"Daaku Maharaaj" is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed and co-written by Bobby Kolli. The film features an ensemble cast led by Nandamuri Balakrishna, alongside Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, and Shraddha Srinath.
The narrative centers on Sitaram, also known as Daaku Maharaaj, a former engineer turned dacoit leader who combats exploitation in the Chambal region. The plot intertwines his past struggles against oppressive forces with his present efforts to protect his family from emerging threats.
The film was officially announced in June 2023 under the working title "NBK 109," marking Balakrishna's 109th film as a lead actor. Principal photography commenced in November 2023, with shooting locations including Hyderabad and Jaipur. The production wrapped up in December 2024.
Upon its release on 12 January 2025, coinciding with the Sankranti festival, "Daaku Maharaaj" received mixed reviews. Critics praised Balakrishna's commanding performance and the film's technical aspects but noted the predictability of the storyline. Paul Nicodemus of The Times of India rated it 3.5 out of 5 stars, highlighting it as a high-octane entertainer.
The soundtrack and background score were composed by Thaman S, contributing to the film's engaging cinematic experience.
"Daaku Maharaaj" was released theatrically on 12 January 2025, during the Sankranti holidays. The film began streaming on Netflix from 21 February 2025 in Telugu and dubbed versions of Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi language.
Daaku Maharaaj 2025 Officials Trailer
