On January 12, 2026, Prime Video unveiled a riveting trailer of Cheekatilo, an emotionally-charged Telugu crime suspense drama. Against the backdrop of a dynamic, fast-growing Hyderabad, the narrative follows Sandhya, a true crime podcaster portrayed by Sobhita Dhulipala, as she uses her podcast to uncover the two-decade-old secrets of a long-dormant serial killer. Directed by Sharan Kopishetty and produced by D. Suresh Babu under the banner of Suresh Productions Pvt Ltd., the thrilling narrative is written by Chandra Pemmaraju and Sharan Kopishetty. The movie stars Sobhita Dhulipala and Viswadev Rachakonda in lead roles, alongside Chaitanya Visalakshmi, Esha Chawla, Jhansi, Aamani, and Vadlamani Srinivas in pivotal roles. The Telugu movie will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on January 23.

Cheekatilo trailer out Sobhita Dhulipala calls her role seamless and utterly enjoyable, watch!

Cheekatilo trailer out: Sobhita Dhulipala calls her role “seamless and utterly enjoyable,” watch!

The trailer for Cheekatilo offers a gripping glimpse into Hyderabad’s underbelly, where Sandhya—a criminology graduate and true crime podcaster—is drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse. The shocking murder exposes a trail of past crimes, setting off a tense pursuit of truth and justice. Using her podcast as an investigative tool, Sandhya attempts to challenge and draw out a cold-blooded killer. As the tension escalates, the narrative builds toward a chilling revelation. But will the truth come to light, or will Sandhya become the killer’s next victim? Packed with suspense and emotion, the trailer sets the stage for a nerve-racking hunt that begins January 23, only on Prime Video.

Sharan Kopishetty, director and co-writer of Cheekatilo, shared, “Directing Cheekatilo has been a deeply rewarding journey—one that pushed me to explore the darker, more human layers beneath a seemingly straightforward crime story. At its heart, this movie is more than a crime suspense—it is a reflection on resilience, the fight against silence and power, and the courage it takes to bring justice to the front. With the trailer now out, audiences can glimpse the tense, suspenseful world we have created. Partnering with Prime Video has been immensely rewarding, allowing us to bring this vision to a global audience, united by our commitment to bold, authentic, and relatable storytelling. The film’s talented cast, with their exceptional performances, has been central in shaping this vision. I can’t wait for viewers to experience it when it premieres exclusively on Prime Video on January 23.”

Sobhita Dhulipala, who plays the lead character of Sandhya in Cheekatilo, shared, “Playing ‘Sandhya’ has been a superb experience – she’s a front-footed young woman who is an independent thinker, deeply committed to standing by her belief system no matter the resistance. Her choices are shaped by a unique stubbornness that has a history of its own. Playing a character rooted in the by-lanes of Hyderabad and other Telugu localities and coming from a cultural background as my real self, the integration between the character and my own expression was seamless and utterly enjoyable. Grateful for this wonderful experience and our exceptional cast and crew – everyone brought their heart to the set every single day. Being part of a Prime Original project is special in many ways. From Made in Heaven to now Cheekatilo, it has been an intentional and inspiring journey— our shared growth, commitment towards entertaining storytelling as well as the keenness to push the envelope each time is a rare joy. Looking forward for the audiences to see a different side of me as Sandhya when the movie premieres exclusively on Prime Video on January 23.”

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