What’s the First Look of Siddhu Jonnalagadda's 'Badass' About?

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Key Takeaways
- Siddhu Jonnalagadda stars in the action film 'Badass'.
- Directed by Ravikanth Perepu.
- The film's release date is set for 2026.
- Production by Sithara Entertainments, known for successful projects.
- Tagline: 'If a middle finger was a man.'
Chennai, July 9 (NationPress) The creative team behind director Ravikanth Perepu's highly anticipated action film 'Badass', starring Telugu sensation Siddhu Jonnalagadda, unveiled the first look poster of the actor on Wednesday.
Via their X account, Sithara Entertainments, one of the film's production companies, stated, "You’ve seen heroes and villains alike. But this character doesn’t conform to your stereotypes! Prepare for STARBOY #Siddu as #Badass. This time, there will be no mercy. He’s set to ignite the screens. Directed by @ravikanthperepu and produced by @vamsi84 alongside #SaiSoujanya."
Producer Naga Vamsi added, "The ultimate #BADASS is ready to make a bold STATEMENT. Our Starboy #Siddu will appear in a completely new avatar, hitting theaters in 2026. Directed by @ravikanthperepu with #SaiSoujanya @SitharaEnts @Fortune4Cinemas #SrikaraStudios."
The new poster, which showcases Siddhu Jonnalagadda lighting a cigarette beside what looks like a television news camera, has generated buzz ahead of its 2026 release.
Fans and movie enthusiasts were already intrigued by the film's tagline, which reads, "If a middle finger were a man." While the official storyline for Badass remains under wraps, insiders indicate that Siddhu portrays an actor, with the plot highlighting challenges within the film industry.
Given that Sithara Entertainments produced the immensely popular Tillu franchise, expectations are sky-high for this project. For Siddhu Jonnalagadda, the success of Badass and his upcoming film with director Neeraja Kona, Telusu Kada, is crucial, especially after his last film, Jack, did not perform well at the box office.