The makers of director Murali Kishor Abburu’s eagerly awaited film Lenin, featuring actors Akhil Akkineni and Bhagyashri Borse in the lead, on Saturday announced that they have decided to postpone the film`s release to June 26 this year. Originally slated for May 1, the decision comes in light of Ram Charan’s Peddi arriving a day earlier, with the team opting to maintain a healthy box office environment and celebrate cinema together.

Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin release postponed

Taking to its X timeline, Annapurna Studios, the production house producing the film, issued a statement in which it announced its decision to postpone the release of the film. It wrote, “The release of Lenin, which was originally scheduled for May 1st, will now be postponed. With our dearest Mega Power Star Ram Charan`s Peddi arriving on April 30th, we believe it is the right time to celebrate cinema together in a positive and healthy environment. We all know the bond Ram Charan garu shares with Akhil garu and how he has always been a constant well-wisher. This decision comes with utmost respect and regard.”

The production house further said, “Lenin will arrive on 26 June 2026 worldwide. We assure you that Lenin will be a complete celebration of cinema, packed with every emotion and presented in the team`s finest form. We are committed to bringing you the best possible experience on the big screen. Thank you for your continued love and support.”

More about the film

For the unaware, actress Bhagyashri Borse plays the love interest of the titular character, Lenin, in the film. She plays a character called Bharathi in the action entertainer. The film has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs. It may be recalled that actress Sreeleela was to play the female lead opposite actor Akhil Akkineni in the film. However, due to date issues, she opted out, and Bhagyashri Borse replaced her.

The makers had released a glimpse video of the film on the occasion of Akhil Akkineni`s birthday last year. The film’s title glimpse opens with scenes reminding one of the final battle in the epic Mahabharata. We then see Akhil Akkineni’s character appear with an intense look and a clenched fist, as if he is ready for a struggle.