Tollywood’s Mass Ka Das Vishwaksen is stepping into bold new territory with his upcoming film #CULT, a high-concept slasher that aims to bring a never-seen-before genre experience to Indian cinema. Backed by Tarak Cinemas and produced by Sandeep Kakarala, the film is being completely shaped by Vishwaksen, who is handling the story, screenplay, direction, and lead role. The makers unveiled the striking first look poster today, instantly sparking buzz across social media and film circles.
The first look presents Vishwaksen in a sharp suit, walking forward with a cigarette between his lips and a blood-stained axe in hand. The intense, brooding expression and the trail of blood beneath his feet set a dark, gritty tone for the film. The stylised visual hints at a violent and unapologetically raw narrative, suggesting that #CULT will break away from routine commercial templates. The teaser is scheduled to release on February 21, and expectations are high as audiences wait for their first glimpse into the film’s unsettling world.
Positioned as India’s first slasher film, #CULT is also being promoted as one of the most ambitious launch platforms in recent times, introducing around 40 new faces. The cast includes Gayatri Bharadwaj, Tarak Ponnappa, Murali Sharma, Srikanth Iyenger, Karthikeya, Anirudh Bhaskar, EZY, Yagnya Turlapati, Kabeer Bhartiya, Vishak Nair, and Chepuri Vivek in prominent roles. The scale of casting underlines the film’s aim to create a fresh cinematic universe with new talent alongside familiar faces.
The project is powered by a strong technical team that adds weight to Vishwaksen’s vision. Tharun Bhascker has penned the dialogues, promising sharp and impactful writing. The music is composed by Ravi Basrur, whose background score is expected to amplify the film’s dark and intense mood. The visual storytelling is handled by cinematographer Arvind Vishwanathan, while Ravi Teja Girijala takes charge of editing and Arvind Mule leads production design, ensuring a visually rich and technically polished presentation.
With an eye on international reach, #CULT is planned for a multilingual release in Telugu, Hindi, English, Japanese, and Spanish, signalling the makers’ intent to take the film beyond regional boundaries and connect with global audiences. With a daring concept, striking first look, and a teaser launch just around the corner, #CULT is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about upcoming Telugu films, promising a bold and unconventional cinematic experience.
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