Annapurna Studios has officially teased the 4K remastered return of the 1989 Telugu cult classic Shiva, sharing a poster with the caption: “#SHIVA IS COMING BACK IN 10 DAYS #SHIVA4K Trailer out today Evening, Experience the cult classic that began a new era of Indian cinema now in Atmos sound #50YearsOfAnnapurna #ANRLivesOn.” The evening trailer launch is scheduled for today, building excitement for the film’s theatrical return on November 14, 2025.
Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, Shiva stars Nagarjuna as a passionate student activist and is remembered for its gritty portrayal of college politics and anti-establishment themes. The 4K remaster features Dolby Atmos sound, offering audiences a modernized cinematic experience while retaining the raw intensity that made the film a milestone in Telugu cinema.
The re-release coincides with Annapurna Studios’ 50th anniversary, celebrating the legacy of its founder, Akkineni Nageswara Rao. The studio emphasizes how Shiva pioneered a new wave of low-budget realism, blending mass appeal with socially relevant narratives, influencing generations of filmmakers and viewers alike.
With key contributors such as cinematographer S. Gopal Reddy, music by Ilaiyaraaja, and editing by Aditya Music, the 4K restoration aims to honor the original’s groundbreaking storytelling while inviting a new generation of moviegoers to experience the film on the big screen.