Director Anil Ravipudi has solidified his position as one of Tollywood’s most successful filmmakers, and an interesting trend has emerged in his career—his biggest hits have all been Sankranthi releases. Over the years, his films have dominated the festive season, delivering massive box office numbers and becoming crowd-pullers during the holiday period.
Blockbusters like ‘F2: Fun and Frustration’ (2019) starring Venkatesh, ‘Sarileru Neekevvaru’ (2020) featuring Mahesh Babu, and ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunam’ (2024) have all proven to be box office gold. This track record has reinforced his reputation as a go-to director for Sankranthi entertainment, making him a festival favorite.
Anil Ravipudi’s Future Plans: More Sankranthi Releases
Recognizing this pattern, Anil Ravipudi has strategically aligned his future projects with the Sankranthi season. His next film, featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi, is already set for Sankranthi 2026, and in an exciting announcement, the sequel to ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunam’ has been officially confirmed for Sankranthi 2027.
With this plan in place, it looks like Anil Ravipudi is set to continue his Sankranthi dominance, ensuring that his films remain a festive attraction year after year. Given the overwhelming success of his past holiday releases, his decision to target the Sankranthi season is a well-calculated move, catering to audiences who eagerly anticipate his high-energy, family-friendly entertainers.
A Win-Win Formula for Box Office Success
Anil Ravipudi’s films are not just a favorite among audiences but also a highly sought-after investment for buyers. His commercial entertainers combined with the festive Sankranthi window have consistently resulted in record-breaking collections, making them a profitable venture for producers and distributors alike.
With his knack for delivering mass appeal, humor, and entertainment, and his continued Sankranthi release strategy, Anil Ravipudi seems to have cracked the perfect formula for box office domination. His upcoming projects are already creating buzz, and if history repeats itself, his Sankranthi releases will continue to set new benchmarks in Tollywood.
