Telugu buddy comedy Mithra Mandali opened in theaters on October 16, 2025, led by Priyadarshi Pulikonda alongside Niharika NM, Vennela Kishore, Satya, and VTV Ganesh, and directed by Vijayender S. Listings show same-day theatrical runs across Indian cities, confirming a wide release, while metadata notes a 2h 18m runtime and credits RR Dhruvan (music) and Siddharth SJ (cinematography). The film positions a misfit friends’ caper as its core premise, continuing Priyadarshi’s run of comedic leads and marking a new directorial outing for Vijayender S.
Early reactions are mixed. Times of India rates it 2.5/5, calling it a “madcap” comedy that entertains in parts but suffers from uneven finesse, with sporadic laughs driven by the ensemble. Cinema Express similarly finds Vijayender’s debut “over-eager” and only mildly amusing, likening its pace and gags to an extended meme reel; both reviews note committed turns from Priyadarshi and the comic supporting cast but flag writing and tonal balance as weak spots. Showtimes and bookings remain active as the film begins its opening weekend run.
