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‘Siva’ to Return in 4K and Dolby Atmos for Annapurna Studios’ 50th Anniversary

A teaser debuting on August 14 will kick off a staggered rollout that begins with the Telugu version and extends to Hindi and Tamil editions

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Siva starred Nagarjuna and Raghuvaran in the lead roles.
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Overview

  • Filmmakers Nagarjuna and Ram Gopal Varma have overseen a full 4K restoration and used advanced AI to reimagine the original mono soundtrack as Dolby Atmos
  • The re-release serves as the centerpiece of Annapurna Studios’ half-century celebration, honoring the house that launched Varma’s career
  • Audiences will see the first glimpse of the restored film when its teaser accompanies Rajinikanth’s Coolie on August 14
  • The restored Siva will premiere in Telugu before opening in Hindi and Tamil in the weeks that follow
  • Since its 1989 debut, Siva has maintained cult status after earning box office success, selection in the Indian Panorama at IFFI 1990 and three Nandi Awards