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Venkatesh Maha

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Venkatesh Maha is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and actor who works predominantly in Telugu cinema. He made his directorial debut with the independent drama C/o Kancharapalem (2018), earning nominations for Best Director at the Filmfare Awards South and SIIMA.

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A bold first-look poster for Attahaasam showing two couples in contrasting emotional states — one tense, one laughing — against a muted background.

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Venkatesh Maha’s Attahaasam: A Chaotic Comedy From Kancharapalem, Starring Him Too

After the polarizing Rao Bahadur, Venkatesh Maha is back with Attahaasam, a summer 2027 film described as a real, rooted entertainer. He stars alongside Karthik Rathnam, Pavani Karanam, and Sravanthi Peepakayala. The first-look poster shows two contrasting couples — and a clear shift in tone.

6 Oct 20261 min