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Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Maa Inti Bangaram Shifts Release to June 19 to Avoid IPL

The move seeks to steer clear of the cricket tournament’s peak TV draw to protect the film’s opening.

Overview

  • Tralala Moving Pictures, which announced the change Thursday, moved the worldwide release from May 15 to June 19, 2026.
  • The team said the shift avoids the Indian Premier League season and lets Telugu fans back Sunrisers Hyderabad without splitting attention.
  • Promotions continue with the teaser, trailer, and the song Thassadiya, which has drawn strong engagement on social media.
  • The film is a female-led family action drama by director Nandini Reddy, produced by Samantha with Raj Nidimoru and Himank Duvvuru, and features Gulshan Devaiah and Diganth.
  • Producers often dodge IPL because its massive TV audience can sap theater turnout, and this new date lands after the May 31 final to give the film a clearer run.