Kamal Ghorui
The upcoming Telugu action entertainer ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ has started generating strong hype even before its theatrical release. Starring Pawan Kalyan in the lead role, the film is scheduled to hit theatres on March 19, 2026 and it coincides with the festive occasion of Ugadi. With just days left for the premiere, an early review has started circulating on social media.
Early review calls it ‘Paisa vasool’
On March 11, film personality Umair Sandhu shared his first impressions of the film on X. Sharing his reaction, he wrote, “#PawanKalyan Entry Scene is Paisa Vasool ! Watching Overseas Censor Screening #UstaadBhagatSingh !.”
Advance booking buzz crosses Rs 120 crore mark
Even before its release ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ has reportedly generated impressive business through advance bookings. As reported by Money Control, the film has already recorded significant ticket sales across Telugu-speaking regions and also the film has earned nearly Rs 120 crore in advance booking sales in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Ticket price hike approved in Andhra Pradesh
Ahead of the film’s release, the government of Andhra Pradesh has approved a temporary ticket price hike for Ustaad Bhagat Singh as reported by 123 Telugu website. A new Government Order confirming the revised pricing has also surfaced online.According to the order, single-screen theatres can increase ticket prices by Rs 100, including GST. This brings the revised ticket rate to Rs 247.For multiplex theatres, ticket prices can be increased by Rs 125, including GST. The revised multiplex fare will be Rs 302.These enhanced ticket prices will remain in effect for ten days starting from March 19.
Benefit shows planned for early morning screenings
As per the same Government Order, the film will not have premiere shows before its official release. Instead, a special benefit show will be screened on the release day itself. The benefit show will take place on March 19. It will begin early in the morning between 4 AM and 5 AM.The ticket price for this special show has been fixed at Rs 500, including GST. Additionally, theatres have been permitted to screen five shows per day for the first ten days of release.Interestingly, the project was initially scheduled for release on March 26. The makers later decided to advance the release by a week, bringing it to theatres earlier than planned.Directed by Harish Shankar, the film also features Sreeleela, Raashii Khanna, and R. Parthiban in key roles. On the other hand, Pawan Kalyan’s previous film was ‘OG’.
