Prime Video has unveiled the trailer of Cheekatilo, their upcoming Telugu Original starring Sobhita Dhulipala. The feature, slated for premiere on Jan. 23, has the Made in Heaven and Goodachari actress playing Sandhya, a true crime podcaster with a criminology degree, who is working to get to the bottom of a series of shocking crimes that follows a certain pattern. The trailer also suggests the possibility that her investigation could make her the killer's next target, raising the stakes.
"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," Sobhita shared in an official statement. "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."
Sharan Kopishetty, director and co-writer of Cheekatilo, said, “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.”