Jr NTR and director Prashanth Neel recently joined forces for a high-octane action film slated for release on January 9, 2026. Touted to be an epic action thriller, the film is backed by Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts. Massive sets are being erected in Hyderabad, with the regular shoot scheduled to begin in February.

Set against a period backdrop, the film features Jr NTR as a savior for Telugu people facing challenges in Bangladesh. During a recent interview, Prashanth Neel said, “The film has no mythological touch, but it’s an epic in its own right.” While the title Dragon is speculated, an official confirmation is awaited. The female lead is yet to be finalised, although Rukmini Vasanth is rumored to be in contention.

Jr NTR will join the project after completing War 2. The actor, riding high on the success of Devara: Part 1, will sport a never-seen-before look, with Neel promising to present him in a “new light.”

The film marks Neel’s first venture outside Hombale Films after Salaar: Part 1 – Cease Fire. Reflecting on his recent work, Neel said, “I am not completely happy with Salaar’s theatrical performance. However, Salaar 2: Shouryanga Parvam is unquestionably one of my best works.”

Launched in 2021 with much fanfare, the untitled project recently held a pooja ceremony attended by Jr NTR and Neel. Breaking away from the trend of multi-part films, this standalone actioner is highly anticipated.