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Riteish Deshmukh Debuts in Telugu Cinema with Ram Pothineni’s ‘RAPO23’
✍️ Bollywood Hungama
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 02:47 AM
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Actor Riteish Deshmukh has entered the Telugu film industry with his first appearance in the action drama 'RAPO23', directed by Ram Pothineni.
Riteish Deshmukh has made his Telugu debut in the action‑drama film ‘RAPO23’, directed by veteran filmmaker Ram Pothineni. The film, which is set to release in theatres this year, features Pothineni in the lead role alongside a supporting cast of seasoned Telugu actors.
The project, produced by a prominent production house, marks a significant expansion for Deshmukh, who has previously worked mainly in Hindi cinema and Marathi films. His involvement is expected to bring a pan‑Indian appeal to the film.
Industry insiders say that Deshmukh’s entry into Telugu cinema is a strategic move to tap into the region’s large audience base. The film’s promotional campaign has already begun, with teasers highlighting Deshmukh’s action sequences.
Fans of both Deshmukh and Pothineni are eagerly anticipating the release, hoping the collaboration will blend Deshmukh’s comedic flair with Pothineni’s action‑star charisma.
The project, produced by a prominent production house, marks a significant expansion for Deshmukh, who has previously worked mainly in Hindi cinema and Marathi films. His involvement is expected to bring a pan‑Indian appeal to the film.
Industry insiders say that Deshmukh’s entry into Telugu cinema is a strategic move to tap into the region’s large audience base. The film’s promotional campaign has already begun, with teasers highlighting Deshmukh’s action sequences.
Fans of both Deshmukh and Pothineni are eagerly anticipating the release, hoping the collaboration will blend Deshmukh’s comedic flair with Pothineni’s action‑star charisma.