Several B’town celebs from Wamiqa Gabbi to Raghav Juyal are into expansion of their careers by making their appearance in Tollywood projects.
The lines amid B’town and Tollywood continue to blur, as 2026 mends to be a milestone era for
cross-industry collaborations. With compelling stories,
pan-India ambitions, and exciting creative alliances, many B’town actors are all set for Tollywood projects. From Tamil and Telugu to Kannada ventures, many of these actors are into expansion of their cinematic footprint and embracing new languages, industries, and audiences.
As Indian cinema emerges increasingly borderless, these collaborations showcases a future driven by shared stories, diverse talent, and pan-Indian appeal.
*Janhvi Kapoor – Peddi (Telugu)
Janhvi Kapoor stages a comeback to Telugu cinema with Peddi, her second Telugu-language film following Devara: Part 1. With this project, Janhvi continues to strengthen her presence in South Indian cinema, reflecting her growing comfort and ambition across industries.
*Wamiqa Gabbi – G2 (Telugu) & DC (Tamil)
Wamiqa Gabbi continues her remarkable odyssey,
with two major upcoming South Indian projects. She will be seen in the Telugu action thriller G2 and the Tamil film DC, further cementing her status as a truly
pan-Indian performer with a strong screen presence across languages.
*Raghav Juyal – Paradise (Telugu)
gears up to make his Tollywood debut with the Telugu film Paradise. Acknowledged for his distinct screen personality, this move marks a significant transition for Raghav as he explores new cinematic spaces afore Hindi films
*Mrunal Thakur – Dacoit (Telugu) will feature in the Telugu pan-India film Dacoit opposite Adivi Sesh. The project places her firmly in the Tollywood’scinematic space while reaching audiences nationwide, marking a significant step in her pan-Indian journey.
*Kiara Advani – Toxic (Kannada) by Joining the cast of Toxic, Kiara Advani sets her foot in the Kannada cinema, adding another language and industry to her already diverse filmography. The
Pan-India scale of the project and her growing presence across markets make this one of her most exciting ventures yet.
*Gulshan Devaiah – Legacy (Tamil, Netflix) & Maa Inti Bangaram (Telugu)
Gulshan Devaiah continues his run of avant-garde choices
with a strong South Indian presence in 2026 following the massive success of Kantara: Chapter 1 last year. He will feature in the Tamil Netflix web series Legacy and will also be seen in the Telugu project Maa Inti Bangaram, alongside Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Acknowledged for his intensity and versatility, Gulshan’s foray into the South further reinforces his reputation as a fearless performer.
*Abhishek Banerjee – Legacy (Tamil)
After redefining himself beyond comedy, Abhishek Banerjee steps into Tamil storytelling with the Netflix series Legacy. The project marks his expanding presence across industries and showcases his growing demand for layered, performance-driven roles in pan-Indian content.
*Akshay Oberoi – Toxic (Kannada)
Akshay Oberoi makes his South Indian debut with the much-anticipated Kannada film Toxic. Recognised for his sharp choices across films and web series, Akshay’s entry into Kannada cinema signals a bold expansion into new cinematic territories.
*Adarsh Gourav – Happy Birthday Uma (Telugu)
Adarsh Gourav is all set to make his debut in Tollywood with the Telugu film Happy Birthday Uma. Making the move significantly meaningful, Adarsh will be acting in his mother tongue, adding a personal and cultural layer to this landmark in his career. The project marks an exciting new chapter for the globally acclaimed actor.
*Saiee M Manjrekar – The India House (Telugu) gears up to feature in the Telugu film The India House, which has already grabbed attention after the release of its striking first-look poster. Set against the backdrop of
pre-independence London, the film weaves a compelling love story amid the political turbulence surrounding the historic India House movement.
Saiee essays the role of Sati, the female lead, sharing screen space with Nikhil Siddhartha and Anupam Kher. Debutant Ram Vamsi Krishna’s directorial film is currently underway and marks actor Ram Charan’s first venture as a producer.
News Edit KV Raman
