Prime Video is continuously bringing such content, which not only entertains, but also forces the viewers to think. In this series, the platform is bringing its new Telugu film ‘Chikatilo’, which tells the story of truth, courage and justice hidden in darkness. This film is not only a suspense thriller, but also brings to the fore those aspects of society which are often ignored.
Prime Video has announced the release date of the Telugu original film ‘Chikatilo’. The story revolves around a true crime podcaster Sandhya, played by actress Shobhita Dhulipala. While sharing the poster of Shobhita Dhulipala starrer Ye Mystery-Thriller film, Prime Video wrote – Evening comes even before the night falls. Get ready for a powerful impact.
Release date of ‘Chikatilo’
The worldwide premiere of ‘Chikatilo’ will be on Prime Video on 23 January 2026. The film will be streamed simultaneously on Prime Video in India as well as in more than 240 countries and territories. The film is directed by Sharan Kopishetty and produced by D. Suresh Babu under the banner of veteran production house Suresh Productions Pvt. Ltd. The story has been co-written by Chandra Pemmaraju and Sharan Kopishetty. Vishwadev Rachakonda will be seen in the lead role with Shobhita Dhulipala in the film. Apart from this, experienced actors like Chaitanya Vishwalakshmi, Isha Chawla, Jhansi, Amani and Vadlamani Srinivas will also be seen playing important roles.
What is the story of the film?
‘Chikatilo’ is based on the backdrop of Hyderabad city, where many dark secrets are hidden behind the external glamour. Sandhya’s job is to deliver stories based on true events, but her life changes when her intern dies mysteriously. After this incident she sets out in search of the truth. During this time, the city’s most terrifying and brutal crimes begin to unravel.
The story of ‘Chikatilo’ shows how a common man, who just wants to bring out the truth, gradually gets trapped in a big and dangerous web. When Sandhya starts investigating her intern’s death, she realizes that it is not just an accident, but a long series of crimes. In the film, modern medium like podcast has been made an important part of the story, which connects it with today’s times and especially connects with the youth.
