Venky Atluri, one of Telugu cinema’s most versatile directors, is set to make his web series debut on Netflix. Coming off the back of his ongoing theatrical film Vishwanath and Sons starring Suriya, Atluri is now gearing up to helm an ambitious new original series for the streaming giant, with shoot set to begin soon. The project will be produced by Sithara Entertainments, the production house behind some of Tollywood’s biggest recent hits.
Who Stars in Venky Atluri’s Netflix Web Series?
Siddhu Jonnalagadda, best known for the blockbuster DJ Tillu franchise, is set to headline the series in what will be his web series debut. This is a significant creative pivot for Siddhu, who built his stardom on comedy-driven, high-energy characters. The Netflix series is described as a gritty action drama — dark, intense, and a deliberate departure from everything fans associate with him. Siddhu is also expected to contribute to the script, bringing his creative instincts to what promises to be a radically different canvas for him.
The project was originally conceived as a theatrical film. After developing the story further, the team decided that its scope and narrative depth were better suited for a long-form series format. Netflix reportedly granted the creators significant creative freedom, and the result is one of the most ambitiously mounted Telugu web originals in the pipeline.
What Is Venky Atluri Doing with Vishwanath and Sons?
Vishwanath and Sons, the Tamil-Telugu bilingual starring Suriya and Mamitha Baiju, is currently in post-production and is targeting a July 2026 theatrical release. The film follows an ageing pistol shooter who pursues his dreams while navigating romance and family, and will stream on Netflix following its theatrical run. The teaser, which dropped on March 16, 2026, received a strong response and confirmed Atluri’s continuing command over emotional, character-driven storytelling.
Why Is This Netflix Series a Big Deal for Telugu OTT?
Venky Atluri’s last Netflix release, Lucky Baskhar starring Dulquer Salmaan, was one of 2024’s most celebrated Telugu OTT originals — a period crime drama set in 1980s Bombay that won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Film (Telugu) and earned widespread critical acclaim. His move into the web series format, paired with Siddhu Jonnalagadda’s hunger to break his own mould, gives this Netflix project a compelling creative foundation.
With the script locked, Sithara Entertainments and Netflix India backing it at scale, and shoot beginning soon, this is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Telugu originals of 2026 and 2027. An official announcement from the makers is expected shortly.