Shiva Kandukuri’s upcoming Telugu film Talcum Powder has unveiled its first glimpse, titled The First Sprinkle. Directed by Sainath Ponna, the new-age crime dramedy is set to hit theatres on November 13, 2026. The film stars Drishika Chander as the female lead.Key Highlights• Talcum Powder stars Shiva Kandukuri in the lead role.• The makers released the first glimpse titled The First Sprinkle.• The film is directed by Sainath Ponna.• Drishika Chander plays the female lead.• Talcum Powder will release theatrically on November 13, 2026.• The film combines crime, comedy and drama.Talcum Powder Glimpse Introduces a Chaotic StoryThe newly released glimpse introduces Shiva Kandukuri as Bunty, a drug peddler who lands in trouble after unknowingly making a mistake. He soon finds himself being chased by both the police and a group of criminals.The First Sprinkle keeps the exact reason behind Bunty’s trouble under wraps while offering glimpses of the film’s quirky characters, comedy and fast-moving situations.Shiva Kandukuri Leads the Crime DramedyTalcum Powder is being presented as a contemporary crime dramedy that blends crime, comedy and drama. The glimpse showcases Shiva Kandukuri in different shades and highlights the film’s youthful and unpredictable tone.Sainath Ponna has written and directed the film, while Raj Kandukuri is producing it under the Dharmapatha Creations banner.Cast and CrewAlong with Shiva Kandukuri and Drishika Chander, the film features Venkatesh Maha, A Jeevan Kumar, Krishna Kamal, Rupa Lakshmi, Sanjay Swarup, Yogi Khatri, Naga Mahesh and Shivani Mahi.GV Ajay Kumar is the cinematographer, Osho V has composed the music and Surya Ponnapalli is handling the editing.Talcum Powder Release DateThe makers have confirmed that Talcum Powder will arrive in theatres on November 13, 2026. The release date was announced alongside the first glimpse as the film begins its promotional campaign.With its crime-comedy setting and Shiva Kandukuri in the lead, Talcum Powder is gearing up for its theatrical release later this year.
