Vikram Sahidev has stepped into the spotlight as a lead actor with Anakapalli, an intense rural love drama that has now grabbed attention with its hard-hitting teaser. Known for his strong performances in films such as Rudhramadevi, Race Gurram, Naa Peru Surya Naa Illu India, and Rowdy Boys, Vikram appears to be entering a new phase in his career with a role that demands both emotional depth and fierce screen presence. The makers unveiled the teaser on Sunday, and it has already sparked curiosity for the film ahead of its summer release.
Produced by Thrinadha Rao Nakkina and Kandregula Naidu under the banners of Bhavya Sri Movie Makers and Nakkina Narratives, Anakapalli is directed by Khagesh Tammineni. The film stars Sandhya Vasishta as the female lead, while Tarak Ponnappa plays a powerful supporting role with strong negative shades. The teaser offers a glimpse into a story that appears to combine raw violence, village politics, emotional conflict, and a passionate love story.
The teaser opens with a fierce and aggressive monologue from Vikram Sahidev’s character, immediately setting the tone for the world of Anakapalli. His dialogue establishes a rugged environment where power, fear, and survival seem to define everyday life. That intense beginning quickly gives way to a softer, more emotional side of the film, revealing that Anakapalli is not just an action drama, but also a layered love story set against a rough rural backdrop.
What stands out most in the teaser is the contrast in Vikram Sahidev’s character. In one moment, he looks violent, angry, and dangerous. In another, he appears vulnerable, romantic, and deeply emotional. This duality gives the teaser its strongest edge and suggests that the film may revolve around a man torn between love and rage. For Vikram, who has so far been seen mostly in supporting and character-driven roles, Anakapalli looks like a solid attempt to establish himself as a bankable young lead.
Sandhya Vasishta makes a bright impression in the teaser as the heroine. Her character brings warmth and softness to the otherwise intense tone of the film. At the same time, the chemistry between the lead pair hints at a relationship that may not be simple or smooth. There seems to be emotional strain beneath the romance, and that conflict could become one of the film’s key strengths if explored well on screen.
Tarak Ponnappa, who has often been appreciated for his screen presence and intensity, appears menacing in the teaser. His role seems to carry a violent and dominating streak, and he could emerge as one of the major driving forces of the conflict in the film. The teaser suggests a face-off between strong personalities, which could add weight to the drama and action.
One of the interesting aspects of Anakapalli is the involvement of Thrinadha Rao Nakkina, not only as one of the producers but also as the writer of the story and screenplay. He also appears in the film as the hero’s father, adding another layer of interest to the project. Indrajaa Absar plays the hero’s mother, and the supporting cast includes Mahaboob Basha, Srinivas Vadlamani, Kandregula Naidu, Nandini Rai, and Sangeetha Krish in important roles. The casting suggests that the film is aiming for both emotional grounding and commercial appeal.
Director Khagesh Tammineni appears to have designed the teaser in a way that introduces the mood of the film without giving away too much of the plot. Instead of relying only on action or romance, the teaser balances both, giving the audience enough to stay intrigued. It creates the impression of a film that wants to appeal to mass audiences while also carrying emotional weight.
Technically, the teaser makes a strong impact. Maaya V’s cinematography captures the rustic atmosphere with a gritty visual style that suits the subject well. The village setting looks raw and authentic, helping the world of the film feel grounded and believable. Davzand’s music and background score add power to the visuals, especially in the intense moments, and play a major role in maintaining the teaser’s energy. Uday Bhagavathula’s dialogues also contribute significantly, adding punch and aggression to the character dynamics. The production design by Raghu Kulakarni appears to support the film’s earthy and realistic tone.
From the teaser alone, Anakapalli seems to be positioned as a film that blends rural action with emotional storytelling. It has the familiar ingredients of a commercial Telugu drama — romance, family emotion, conflict, and violence — but the presentation appears sharper and more intense than routine fare. If the film can maintain the emotional honesty and raw energy seen in the teaser, it could strike a chord with younger audiences as well as fans of rooted action dramas.
For Vikram Sahidev, this film could prove to be an important turning point. Launching as a solo lead is always a challenge, but Anakapalli appears to give him a character with enough strength, vulnerability, and intensity to make an impression. The teaser has done its job by generating curiosity without revealing too much, and that is often a good sign for a film trying to build anticipation.
With its striking first glimpse, emotional undercurrent, and rugged action-packed setting, Anakapalli has now positioned itself as one of the interesting upcoming Telugu releases to watch out for this summer. The teaser has successfully created buzz, and all eyes will now be on how the film shapes up in the coming weeks.
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