EntertainmentPosted at: Oct 14 2026 4:42PM


Aafiya Sayed to make Telugu debut with 'Alias Rukmini'

Hyderabad, Oct 14 (UNI) After making her Hindi film debut with "Prem Keetanu", opposite Veer Pahariya, actress Aafiya Sayed is now stepping into Telugu cinema with "Alias Rukmini, which stars Nithiin" and is produced by actor Nani.
Speaking about her first Telugu project, she said the experience had been exciting, particularly because of the opportunity to work with director Murali Kanth Devasoth and a team committed to bringing the story to the screen. Devasoth made his directorial debut with "Dhandoraa" in 2025, as per Variety India.
She also quips about working with Nithiin, who is known for films like “Robinhood,” “Thammudu,” “Extra Ordinary Man” and more.
Sayed reflects, "It feels surreal to be making my Telugu debut with “Alias Rukmini.” Murali sir is an incredible visionary.
The team at Unanimous Productions (helmed by Nani) is really committed to making something incredibly special. Working alongside Nithiin, Nani sir as a producer, is all really a huge privilege. We are making this film with a lot of heart and can’t wait to share it with the world."
Bankrolled by Nani and Deepthi Ganta and directed by Murali Kanth Devasoth, the film is said to be in the space of a romantic drama. It is scheduled to release on December 4.
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