Superstar Pawan Kalyan is all set to make a grand comeback with his highly awaited gangster drama ‘They Call Him OG’, directed by Sujeeth, who is known for his high-octane hits like Saaho and Run Raja Run. The film promises intense action, emotional drama, and a gripping storyline, generating massive buzz among audiences.
OG Release Date
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on September 25, 2025, in Telugu, with Hindi and Tamil versions also planned. However, due to delays in content delivery, the Tamil release has been postponed in some regions. Overseas screenings in the US and Canada faced last-minute cancellations due to the film prints not being delivered on time, which could impact revenue projections from international markets.
Despite these logistical hurdles, bookings are already strong, particularly in North America, where pre-booked tickets have surpassed US$2.1 million, reflecting Pawan Kalyan’s enduring star power.
Trailer Launch & Reception
The official trailer of They Call Him OG was initially slated to release on 21st September 2025, but it was uploaded a day later, creating anticipation among fans. The trailer showcases Pawan Kalyan as Ojas Gambheera ‘OG’, highlighting his charismatic screen presence and intense action sequences. Fans are also excited to see Emraan Hashmi’s Telugu cinema debut as the antagonist Omi Bhau, promising a compelling clash between hero and villain.
Cast & Characters
Pawan Kalyan as Ojas Gambheera ‘OG’
Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau
Priyanka Mohan as Kanmani, Ojas’s wife
Arjun Das as Arjun
Prakash Raj as Satyanarayana ‘Satya Dada’
Sriya Reddy as Geetha
Subhalekha Sudhakar
Rao Ramesh
Tej Sapru as Mirajkar
Sudev Nair as Jimmy
Harish Uthaman as Dheenanath
Rahul Ravindran as Bhadra
Abhimanyu Singh as Tawde
Saurav Lokesh as Shabra
Upendra Limaye
Ajay Ghosh
Vennela Kishore
Neha Shetty (special appearance)
Crew & Production Details
Director: Sujeeth
Writer: Sujeeth
Producers: D. V. V. Danayya, Kalyan Dasari
Cinematography: Ravi K. Chandran, Manoj Paramahamsa
Editor: Naveen Nooli
Music Composer: Thaman S
Production Company: DVV Entertainment
Distributor: To be announced
Running Time: 154 minutes
Budget: ₹250 crore
Country: India
Language: Telugu
Why ‘They Call Him OG’ is a Major Anticipation
They Call Him OG marks Pawan Kalyan’s comeback after ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’, which received a lukewarm response. The film combines stylish action sequences, gangster drama, and a multi-language strategy to appeal to audiences in India and abroad. Sujeeth’s proven directorial skills, along with Emraan Hashmi’s villain debut in Telugu cinema, add fresh excitement. Analysts believe the strong fan base and impressive trailer reception can offset any pre-release hurdles and make this one of the biggest Telugu hits of 2025.
FAQs
Q1: Budget of ‘They Call Him OG’ ?
As per Wikipedia it’s 250crore.
Q2: Who is directing the film?
Sujeeth, known for Saaho and Run Raja Run.
Q3: Who stars in the movie?
Pawan Kalyan as OG, Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau, with Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, and Prakash Raj in supporting roles.
Q4: What languages will the film release in?
Telugu and Hindi as planned; Tamil postponed due to content delivery delays.
Q5: How are advance bookings?
North America bookings have crossed US$2.1 million, showing strong fan anticipation.
