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Mythri movie makers & People Media Factory secure ‘Spirit’ rights, strengthen strategic partnership

Mythri movie makers & People Media Factory secure ‘Spirit’ rights, strengthen strategic partnership

Nannapuraju Nirnitha
April 13, 2026

In a major development in Tollywood’s distribution landscape, leading production houses Mythri Movie Makers and People Media Factory have jointly acquired the theatrical rights for the Telugu states of Spirit , the highly anticipated film starring Prabhas and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The deal, reportedly sealed for a record-breaking price, marks a significant collaboration between two of the industry’s most influential banners.

Spirit , which brings together pan-India star Prabhas and the intense storytelling style of Sandeep Reddy Vanga, has already generated immense buzz across markets . The film is expected to be a high-octane action drama, and the acquisition reflects the distributors’ strong confidence in its box office potential. Industry insiders suggest that this agreement is among the biggest ever for Telugu theatrical rights, underlining the scale and expectations surrounding the project.

What makes this deal even more noteworthy is that it signals the beginning of a strategic partnership between Mythri Movie Makers and People Media Factory in the distribution space. Both banners have individually backed several blockbuster films in recent years, and their coming together is being seen as a power move aimed at dominating the theatrical market in the Telugu states.

Adding further weight to this collaboration, the two production houses are also reportedly joining forces for another ambitious project titled Dhurandhar . While details about the film are still under wraps, the announcement has already sparked curiosity among fans and trade circles. The partnership on Dhurandhar suggests that this alliance is not a one-off arrangement but the start of a long-term association between the two banners.

Trade analysts believe that this collaboration could reshape distribution dynamics in Tollywood, especially at a time when big-ticket films are demanding wider releases and stronger networks. By pooling their resources and market reach, Mythri Movie Makers and People Media Factory are positioning themselves as a formidable force capable of handling large-scale releases.

With Spirit set to be one of the most awaited films in Prabhas’ lineup and Dhurandhar adding to the momentum, this partnership is likely to play a crucial role in shaping upcoming box office trends. All eyes are now on how this collaboration translates onto the big screen and in the business it generates across the Telugu states.

Mythri movie makers & People Media Factory secure ‘Spirit’ rights, strengthen strategic partnership - The Morning Voice