Cult Classic Shiva Set for Grand Re-Release on November 14

Fans of Indian cinema are in for a treat as Annapurna Studios announced the grand re-release of the iconic Telugu film Shiva , directed by Ram Gopal Varma, slated for November 14, 2025 . Starring Nagarjuna Akkineni, the 1989 cult classic will return to theaters in a stunning 4K restoration with Dolby Atmos sound, promising a revitalized cinematic experience. The film that shook Indian cinema is coming back to shake the theaters again, Annapurna Studios wrote. https: twitter.com Annapurna Stdios status 1969265266279510432 In an effort to give the film a modern feel, the makers have completely redone the sound, upgrading it from the original mono mix to Dolby Atmos using highly advanced AI engineering. The film stars Nagarjuna in the lead role as Shiva, a college student who challenges a corrupt student union and its criminal ties. Amala Akkineni plays the female lead, Asha, while J.D. Chakravarthy portrays the antagonist, J.D., the head of the student gang. Other notable cast members include Raghuvaran as the gangster Bhavani and Paresh Rawal as the politician Tilakdhari. The film was produced by Akkineni Venkat and Yarlagadda Surendra under the banners of Annapurna Studios and S.S. Creations. The music for Shiva was composed by the legendary Ilaiyaraaja, with cinematography by S. Gopala Reddy. The film is praised for its realistic action sequences and groundbreaking background score. Also Read : Telangana Government Approves Paid Premieres and Ticket Hikes for OG Baagundu Po from Dude is about letting her go and dealing with loneliness