Tollywood actor Ram Pothineni has announced his directorial debut with the upcoming film tentatively titled 'RAPO23'. He shared the first look poster, revealing the genre and his character's name. The actor took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to unveil the first glimpse of his character named 'Veera' in the film.
Ram Pothineni's Look in 'RAPO23'
The makers also released a powerful birthday poster along with the announcement. The poster introduces Ram's character Veera in a dark and intense look. He is seen wearing a leather jacket with a stylish V-shaped fade hairstyle, with a bold red 'V' in the background. In his post, he revealed that the film is a psychological action thriller, written and directed by him. He wrote, 'An exciting journey begins with all your love & blessings. Introducing ??? in #RAPO23. -The story of a Lone Wolf. Genre: Psychological Action Thriller. Written & Directed by ????. Produced by Krishna Pothineni. A @RAPO_Cinematics Production.'
Release Plans of 'RAPO23'
In the post, he also announced that the film is set for a December 2026 release. The city backdrop in the poster looks cold and filled with crime. The tagline 'The Story of a Lone Wolf' hints that Veera is a lonely man with deep emotional struggles and a complicated psychological journey. Fans are already discussing the new look on social media, with many calling it one of Ram's most striking appearances yet. Regular shooting for 'RAPO23' is expected to begin in June. The supporting cast and technical team have not been announced yet.
Ram Pothineni's Work Front
Speaking of his work front, Ram recently received appreciation for showing his talent as a lyricist and singer for 'Andhra King Taluka.' Now, he is venturing into direction with a stylish psychological action thriller. This genre is not seen often in Telugu cinema, which makes the project even more interesting. Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026, and Telugu movies.
