Nagarjuna locks June 26 for Akhil Akkineni’s ‘Lenin’; shares first reaction on film as 'You're about to witness a new AKHIL'

Nagarjuna Akkineni has officially ended all rumours surrounding the release of Lenin. The film, which stars Akhil Akkineni, was recently under threat of a possible postponement. Nevertheless, Nagarjuna has now assured that the film will hit screens on June 26 of 2026. His announcement brought relief to fans worried about a postponement due to clashes with other big releases.




Nagarjuna’s first review after watching the first cut of ’Lenin’




Nagarjuna also shared his first reaction after watching the film’s first cut, creating strong excitement online. He wrote: “Watched the first cut of our film LENIN last night. I say this with confidence and pride… You are about to witness a new AKHIL on June 26 2026. Mark the date!!! See you in the theatres��” This statement went viral on social media, with fans praising his confidence and eagerly waiting to see Akhil in a new avatar.





Akhil Akkineni’s mass entertainer raises expectations




Directed by Murali Kishor Abburu, the film is said to be a mass action entertainer with strong emotional elements. Actress Bhagyashri Borse plays the female lead. The film is expected to showcase Akhil in a completely different style, with a new look and body language. Many believe this film could be a turning point in his career, as he has been waiting for a solid hit.




Strong technical team and growing buzz around the film




The film’s music is composed by S. Thaman, whose background score and songs are expected to be major highlights. Nagarjuna, along with Suryadevara Naga Vamsi, is producing the project under a reputed banner. With a strong team and Nagarjuna’s positive review, ‘Lenin’ is now one of the most talked-about upcoming Telugu films. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if the film delivers a big box office success for Akhil.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”