Harish Shankar, at the pre-release of ‘Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi,’ admitted that ‘Mr. Bachchan’ underperformed but called Ravi Teja a guiding force in his career. He pledged a blockbuster this time, signaling a major comeback for the duo. The Sankranthi release is set for January 13, 2026, with high expectations from fans.