Cheekatilo OTT Release: Sobhita Dhulipala starrer ‘Cheekatilo’ OTT release: When and where to watch |
Sobhita Dhulipala is all ears for ‘Cheekatilo’. Guess why? The actress is playing the role of a true crime podcaster in the upcoming Telugu movie. On Thursday, the makers unveiled the first look poster and also announced the release date. Here’s everything you need to know about the film.
Sobhita Dhulipala as podcaster Sandhya
‘Cheekatilo’ is touted to be an edge-of-the-seat crime suspense, featuring Sobhita Dhulipala in the lead role. The film is set in Hyderabad, and features Sobhita Dhulipala as a podcaster named Sandhya. She is on a relentless quest for truth that exposes some of the most brutal and darkest secrets of the city.The first look poster features Sobhita Dhulipala sitting in a podcast studio, with headphones and hands clasped. Behind her, one can see an evidence board, with newspaper clippings and photographs of some women, and a red string connecting different points.The actress dropped the poster in a collaborative post with the streamer, and the caption reads, “before the night creeps in, Sandhya arrives, brace for an impact.” The film explores Sandhya’s pursuit of justice after her intern’s mysterious death, which unravels a chilling trail of brutal crimes.
When and where to watch the film
‘Cheekatilo’ is slated for release on January 23. The film will stream on Amazon Prime Video. Directed by Sharan Kopishetty, the film is scripted by Chandra Pemmaraju and Sharan Kopishetty. Sobhita Dhulipala and Viswadev Rachakonda play lead roles in the film. Actors Chaitanya Visalakshmi, Esha Chawla, Jhansi, Aamani, and Vadlamani Srinivas will be seen in pivotal roles. The upcoming film is said to be a layered, emotional suspense drama. Sobhita Dhulipala, who is known for her unique filmography, is stepping into the role of a podcaster for the first time. On the work front, Sobhita Dhulipala was last seen in ‘Love, Sitara’. ‘Cheekatilo’ will mark her first release of 2026.
