Young hero Teja Sajja has quickly become one of the most discussed names in Telugu cinema. After scoring a blockbuster with Hanu-Man during Sankranti 2024, many wondered if he could replicate the success. He silenced all doubts with Mirai, which opened strongly and impressed both critics and audiences. Now, all eyes are on his next move.
Teja is all set to headline the sequel to his 2021 hit Zombie Reddy, which marked Telugu cinema’s first zombie film. Directed by Prashant Varma, the original started small but went on to become a surprise box-office success and found further love on OTT and TV.
While producer Naga Vamsi was initially expected to bankroll the sequel, the project is now being mounted on a bigger scale by TG Vishwa Prasad under the People Media Factory banner. Prashant Varma will serve as the scriptwriter and showrunner, while the direction is likely to be handled by Bollywood filmmaker Suparn Verma, known for The Family Man and Rana Naidu. An official confirmation is awaited.
Interestingly, Zombie Reddy 2 is expected to go on floors before the sequel to Mirai, titled Mirai – Jaithraya. The official announcement about the sequel will be made very soon.
Teja Sajja’s filmography is taking an exciting turn as three of his projects – Zombie Reddy, Hanu-Man, and Mirai – are now spawning sequels. Although he won’t be the lead in Jai Hanuman, his rise as a bankable star with franchise potential is undeniable.
