| Rich Kid | |
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| Directed by | Shafi Vullah Anil Derangula |
| Produced by | G. Manjunath Reddy |
| Screenplay by | Shafi Vullah |
| Starring |
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| Music by | Srivenkat Lalith Kiran |
| Cinematography | APM Malli Dharma GG |
Production companies | Sree Manjunatha Cinemas |
Release date |
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Running time | 125 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Rich Kid is a 2026 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by Shafi Vullah and Anil Derangula. The film stars G. Manjunath Reddy, Rajasekhar Aning, Chelly Swapna, Supriya Marla, Suman Setty and others. The film is produced by G. Manjunatha Reddy under Sree Manjunath Cinemas.[1]
The film was released on 23 April 2026.[2]
Plot[edit | edit source]
A devoted father, determined to see his son succeed, is willing to go to any extent to support his ambitions. He fulfills all of his son’s wishes, even going so far as to sell his own house. As the story unfolds, the consequences of his sacrifices come to light. The film explores whether the father’s unwavering dedication ultimately benefits his son, and reveals the choices the son makes and how they shape the outcome of their lives.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- G. Manjunath Reddy as Srinivas
- Supriya as Padmavathi
- Rajasekhar Aning as Venkatesh
- Chelly Swapna as Bhudevi
- Suman Shetty as Puli Gadu
- Ping Pong Surya as Jeevan
- Balagam Sanjay Krishna as Vaddeela Vishwa
- Jabardasth Durga Rao as Kaki
Music[edit | edit source]
The background score and songs were composed by Srivenkat and Lalith Kiran. The audio rights were acquired by Aditya Music.[3][4]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Pachhani Pallelo" | Vishnu Vardhan | Chandrasekhar Azad, Prathyusha | 4:14 |
| 2. | "Sakkanode Sakkaanode" | Lalith Kiran | GV Shri Kerthii | 3:33 |
| 3. | "Ponganala Pooja" | Vishnu Vardhan | Vinayak | 3:06 |
| 4. | "Yetta Penchinaavu Raa" | Vishnu Vardhan | Yogi Suresh | 4:45 |
| 5. | "Kaalabhairavam Bhaje" | Shafi Vullah | Vinayak | 4:41 |
| Total length: | 20:19 | |||
Release[edit | edit source]
Rich Kid was released on 23 April 2026.[5]
Reception[edit | edit source]
Suhas Sistu of The Hans India stated "Rich Kid is a feel-good entertainer with emotional depth and relatable characters, making it an enjoyable watch for family audiences".[6]
Sakshi Post said "Rich Kid is a simple, emotion-driven family drama that relies on its core sentiment, offering a watchable, one-time experience with a few heartfelt moments".[7]
Sunil Boddula from News18 Telugu stated "Rich Kid is an enjoyable family film with a good blend of comedy, emotions, and music, making it a must-watch with a meaningful message".[8]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Rich Kid Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos | eTimes" – via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- ↑ "ఎమోషనల్ కిడ్ | Rich Kid movie is all set to arrive in theatres on April 23 | Sakshi". www.sakshi.com.
- ↑ "Rich Kid Audio Jukebox | Manju, Chelly Swapna | Sri Venkat | Shafi Vullah - Anil Derangula". 7 February 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ "Rich Kid - All Songs - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". 10 December 2025 – via www.jiosaavn.com.
- ↑ "Rich Kid (2026) - Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date". BookMyShow.
- ↑ Sistu, Suhas (24 April 2026). "Rich Kid: A heart-warming family entertainer with strong emotions". www.thehansindia.com.
- ↑ "Rich Kid Movie Review". Sakshi Post. 24 April 2026.
- ↑ "Rich Kid Movie Review". News18 Telugu.