They Call Him OG Telugu Movie

They Call Him OG is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language action crime film written and directed by Sujeeth. They Call Him OG (2025), Action Drama released in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi language in theatre near you in Malaysia. Know about Film reviews, lead cast & crew

Synopsis

After vanishing from Mumbai`s underworld for a decade, mob boss Ojas Gambheera resurfaces-feared, unstoppable, and with a single goal: to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. As loyalties fracture and alliances shift, OG reignites a brutal criminal war, confronting both external threats and haunting buried betrayals.

Cast & Key Crew

• Pawan Kalyan as the lead: playing Ojas Gambhira, a mob boss who disappears from Mumbai underworld and returns after a decade.
• Emraan Hashmi in a negative role Omi Bhau. This is his debut in a major Telugu film in antagonistic part.
• Priyanka Arul Mohan as the female lead (heroine)
• Other key actors include Prakash Raj, Arjun Das, Shriya Reddy, Shubhalekha Sudhakar, among others
• Music by S. Thaman
• Cinematography and other technical crew are noted in press (e.g. Ravi K. Chandran etc.) in some sources.

What is the meaning of OG in Pawan Kalyan?

Ojas, meaning a master or fight master, and Gambheera, another significant name for the character, combine to form ‘Ojas Gambheera. ‘ Additionally, ‘OG’ also stands for ‘Original Gangster,’

OG revolves around a gangster named Ojas Gambheera who returns to Mumbai following his ten year disappearance, to kill another crime boss, Omi Bhau.

Story / Premise (What we know)

From the promotional material and synopsis:

• Ojas Gambheera (Pawan Kalyan) is a powerful underworld figure who has been missing for about a decade.
• He resurfaces with vengeance in mind, aiming to reclaim his empire and settle scores with adversaries like Omi Bhau (Emraan Hashmi). Loyalties shift, alliances are tested.
• The film promises high-voltage action, gritty gangster thrills, bloodshed, violent clashes, betrayals and power struggles. The tone is intense and adult.

Production / Marketing

• Start / Delays: The film was originally scheduled for a 27 September 2024 release. However, delays in production and Pawan Kalyan’s political commitments pushed it forward.
• Certification: The film obtained an A (Adults Only) certificate from the Indian Censor Board, owing to explicit violence, strong language and bloodshed.
• Promos, glimpses and trailer: Multiple promotional glimpses were released over time. There was a “Hungry Cheetah” glimpse on 2 September 2023 (Pawan’s birthday), also teasers tied to other dates.
• Pre-release business / hype: Very heavy pre-release buzz.

Premiere Show Ticket Price

Tickets for premiere shows are in high demand, even priced at ₹1000 in Andhra Pradesh, ₹800 in Telangana) for some high demand shows for “They Call him OG“.

Distribution Rights

Release Details

• Theatrical Release Date: Worldwide release on 25 September 2025.
• Languages: Original in Telugu, dubbed versions in Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada.
• Running Time: Around 2 hrs 43 – 2 hrs 45 mins (some sources vary) depending on version.

Expectations & What to Look Out For

• Pawan Kalyan’s comeback factor: After some lesser hits, this film is being seen as a major personal and career moment. High fan expectations.
• Emraan Hashmi’s role as villain: his performance is being heavily anticipated; early reviews / previews mention he is a showstopper.
• Box office potential: Strong pre-sales, high advance bookings, premium ticket pricing in some regions, plus Pan-Indian release give it the makings of a major commercial hit.
• Action, visuals & scale: The film is advertised/promoted heavily with power-packed action scenes, great technical values (cinematography, choreography) etc. For fans of the gangster / crime thriller genre, this is a big draw.

Verdict Preview (What We Think)

On the basis of all available info:

• Strong potential: with Pawan Kalyan’s star power, strong technical backing, intense genre, and high promotional investment, the film is poised to do very well among fans and likely earn good box office returns—especially in Telugu markets.
• Risk factors: delays in content delivery could affect overseas grosses; the A-certificate means some audiences (younger, family viewers) may be excluded or have limited interest; the story has to hold up under heavy expectations.
• Fan reaction & hype seem already very positive; the film seems to be delivering what the target audience wants (action, style, gangster drama).

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