February is shaping up to be an exciting month, with several highly anticipated movie releases. One of the major highlights is Ajith’s Vidamuyarchi, titled Pattudala in Telugu, which will be released on February 6, 2025, in both Tamil and Telugu.
The theatrical trailer for the movie was released yesterday and has already caught the attention of many. Meanwhile, Naga Chaitanya’s Thandel is scheduled to release on February 7, 2025, in Tamil and Hindi, along with its original Telugu version. However, both movies will clash at the box office, and Thandel might face challenges in Tamil Nadu. This is because Vidamuyarchi, one of the most awaited Kollywood releases after Kanguva, is expected to dominate the market. This creates a tough situation for Thandel in Tamil Nadu, and the makers of the movie will need to strategize carefully.
Interestingly, Telugu audiences are often enthusiastic about dubbed versions, regardless of the original stars. There have been instances where dubbed versions outperformed their originals. With Pattudala releasing in Telugu, it will be interesting to see how theatres in the Telugu states allocate screens for both movies.
Thandel was initially planned for release in December 2024 but was postponed for various reasons. Now, with its final release date set for February 7, 2025, it remains to be seen whether the movie can meet expectations and hold its ground against the competition.