Akhil Akkineni is yet to taste his first success in Telugu cinema. His third film Mr Majnu is in last leg of shoot and is directed by Venky Atluri. With bunch of films gearing up for Christmas and Sankranthi release, the makers are in plans to release the film during the Republic Day weekend. Though initially, Akhil was hesitant and wanted a comfortable, solo release for Mr Majnu.

There have been wide speculations that NTR – Mahanayakudu will not release as announced on January 24th 2019. Now Mr Majnu is eyeing for the same date and if NTR – Mahanayakudu hit the screens on January 24th, Mr Majnu will hit the screens on January 25th 2019. The makers are keen on taking the advantage of the holiday season instead of releasing the film during February.

Nidhhi Agerwal is the heroine and BVSN Prasad is producing Mr Majnu. Krish’s Manikarnika and Suriya’s NGK too are announced for release during the Republic Day weekend.