‘Guruthunda’ sets the tone for ‘Chennai Love Story’ with nostalgic romance

The makers of Chennai Love Story unveiled their first single “Guruthunda,” generating early excitement for the upcoming Telugu romantic drama slated for a summer 2026 release. The track, composed by Mani Sharma with lyrics by Anantha Sriram, features vocals by Haricharan and Shruthika Samudhrala.

Launched at a grand event at Allu Cinemas Dolby Cinema in Hyderabad, the song has quickly gained traction among listeners for its vintage melody and evocative visuals set against rain-drenched beach backdrops. The track’s nostalgic tone and soothing composition have resonated widely, with audiences describing it as a refreshing throwback to classic love ballads.

The film stars Kiran Abbavaram in the lead , marking another romantic outing for the actor known for his youthful screen presence and relatable performances. He is paired opposite a promising female lead Shri Gouri Priya, who adds freshness and charm to the narrative, with their on-screen chemistry already drawing attention following the song’s release.

Directed by Ravi Namburi, the project is positioned as an emotionally driven love story set in the backdrop of Chennai. Speaking at the launch, Abbavaram expressed strong confidence in the film, describing it as one of the most heartfelt romantic stories to emerge from Indian cinema in recent times.

With its first musical offering striking a chord, Chennai Love Story appears poised to build momentum in the run-up to its theatrical release.