Naga Chaitanya's Mythical Thriller 'NC24' Targets 2026 Summer Release

As of October 2025, Naga Chaitanya is currently working on his next ambitious project, tentatively titled 'NC24'. The actor recently discussed the film in an interview, revealing that it is a mythical thriller where he plays the role of a treasure hunter.

The narrative of 'NC24' is driven by predictions that lead Chaitanya's character on a journey where he confronts forces of destiny and evil along the way. The film also stars Meenakshi Choudhary, Jayaram, Sparsh Srivastava, Satya, and Ravindra Vijay. It is being produced by BVSN Prasad and Sukumar, with music composed by Ajaneesh Loknath.

Chaitanya describes 'NC24' as a unique world-building experience that is heavy on VFX, a first for him as an actor. Approximately 40% of the film's shoot has been completed, and the team is aiming for a 2026 summer release. The actor feels this is an adventurous outing, both in terms of the role he is playing and the scale of the production.

Despite the challenges, Chaitanya remains optimistic about the audience's appetite for spectacular films. He believes that content and concept are the driving factors for the audience's preferences, and they have been celebrating all kinds of films in theaters that they resonate with, regardless of genre or canvas.