The team behind "Mega157," starring Chiranjeevi, has recently wrapped up a significant shooting schedule in the scenic locales of Mussoorie. The film, directed by Anil Ravipudi, is generating considerable buzz, with the makers promising a "blast on screen" for audiences. The movie is slated for a grand Sankranthi 2026 release, and expectations are soaring high.

The Mussoorie schedule, which lasted for approximately ten days, saw the completion of crucial scenes featuring the lead actors, including Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, along with VTV Ganesh and other supporting cast members. Sources close to the unit have indicated that the footage from the film looks impressive, and Chiranjeevi's comedic timing is expected to remind viewers of his golden era in the 1990s and 2000s.

Nayanthara, who plays the female lead, has joined Chiranjeevi for the third time after their successful collaborations in "Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy" and "Godfather." A special song sequence was also filmed against the backdrop of the hills, adding to the visual appeal of the movie.

"Mega157" is being produced by Sahu Garapati of Shine Screens and Sushmita Konidela of Gold Box Entertainment. Bheems Ceciroleo is composing the music, and Sameer Reddy is the cinematographer. Tammiraju is handling the editing, while AS Prakash is the art director. The story has been co-written by S Krishna and G Adi Narayana, with S Krishna also serving as the executive producer.

Director Anil Ravipudi, known for his commercial comedy entertainers, has described "Mega157" as a full-on entertainer blending humor, emotion, and high-energy action. Chiranjeevi will be seen playing the role of Shankar Varaprasad, which is also his real name. The screenplay is designed to appeal to audiences of all ages, combining dynamic character moments with mass heroism.

The film's first schedule was completed in Hyderabad, and the team is now charged up to begin the next schedule soon. Gold Box Entertainments shared on X, "Making memories and magic together on sets. Team #Mega157 completes the exciting second schedule in Mussoorie filled with high-energy scenes and explosive performance by Megastar @KChiruTweets. It's going to be a blast on the screens."

While details about the film's plot are still under wraps, "Mega157" is expected to be a refreshing family comedy entertainer with a mix of emotions and action, staying true to Anil Ravipudi's signature style. There are also reports of Venkatesh making a special cameo appearance in the film, adding to the excitement.

"Mega157" marks Nayanthara's return to Telugu cinema, and she is said to have been impressed by the story and her character. The makers are aiming to wrap up shooting by October 2025, ensuring that the film is ready for its Sankranthi 2026 release. With a stellar cast and crew, "Mega157" promises to be a major crowd-pleaser.