Pooja Hegde-Dulquer Salmaan to Deepika Padukone-Allu Arjun: The upcoming pan-India on-screen pairs and what to expect

The audience is in for a mega treat as South cinema is geared up to display some of the most anticipated pairs in releases spanning genres. With actors carrying strong individual energies and storylines that promise excitement, South cinema is ready with interesting lineups. Take a look:

Pooja Hegde - Dulquer Salmaan

Pooja Hegde and Dulquer Salmaan have come together for a Telugu film, DQ41, a romantic entertainer. The intriguing romantic spectacle promises to showcase the new pair in a story that possibly intertwines love with elements of mystery and destiny. Directed by Ravi Babu Nelakuditi, the film is expected to explore themes of identity, memory, and emotional conflict, set in a romantic plot.

Rashmika Mandanna - Vijay Deverakonda

Ranabaali marks a much-awaited reunion of Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda. The film’s first look was unveiled shortly after their dreamy wedding, elevating the buzz surrounding the film. The film is set against a turbulent historic backdrop, and it promises intense conflict, rebellion and larger-than-life storytelling.

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Deepika Padukone - Allu Arjun

Deepika Padukone and Allu Arjun have teamed up for the first time for Atlee’s AA22xA6, an ambitious pan-India film. As per reports, the film is based on the ‘parallel universe’ concept and is being mounted on a grand scale. Though the film’s official release date has not been announced yet, the team is expected to reveal the teaser on April 8, 2026, coinciding with Atlee’s 44th birthday.

Sai Pallavi - Vijay Sethupathi

Ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam recently announced his next film with Sai Pallavi and Vijay Sethupathi, tentatively titled Madras Talkies Production No.23. AR Rahman will compose music for the movie whereas A Subaskaran from Lyca Productions will present the project.