Cinema VinesTrivikram Srinivas is set to return to Telugu cinema with his next project, Adarsha Kutumbam, slated for release on October 2. The film stars Venkatesh and Srinidhi Shetty in the lead roles, following the director’s two‑year break after the underperforming Guntur Kaaram. The story revolves around a modern family, with the title translating to “Ideal Family.”
Venkatesh’s first look as the character Chittibabu, described as the “man of the house,” has sparked confusion among fans. A one‑minute teaser dropped on Monday showed the actor’s character, along with his wife Swarna, played by Srinidhi Shetty, moving into a new home. The clip highlights domestic conveniences such as an air‑conditioned kitchen and a washing machine, and Chittibabu’s insistence that he prefers to handle household chores himself. The dialogue, “Yes, I am the man of the house. No need to turn your head every time, you will hurt your neck. I like taking care of everything myself, understand? I don’t like others doing it,” was meant to underline his role as the head of the family.
However, the teaser also featured a scene where Venkatesh, Srinidhi, and children are seen looking out of a train with blood smeared on them, hinting at a darker or more complex side to the family’s story. Fans were left puzzled by Srinidhi’s use of the term “nanna” (which can mean both “father” and a term of endearment) when addressing Chittibabu. A tweet from a user asked whether the relationship implied a father‑daughter dynamic, while others speculated whether the nickname was a couple’s affectionate term. The confusion was compounded by comments suggesting the film’s tone resembled Anil Ravipudi’s comedy style rather than Trivikram’s usual approach.
The first look also generated a debate over the film’s genre. Some viewers felt the dialogue and visual cues were reminiscent of Ravipudi’s work, prompting jokes and questions on X, such as “Anil Ravipudi ki neeku entanna difference?” and “Is this ghost directed by Anil Ravipudi?” The director’s team has yet to clarify the creative direction, but the teaser’s release has already set the conversation in motion.
Fans can expect to see Srinidhi Shetty’s first look as Swarna on Tuesday, followed by the full film on October 2. The project promises to blend family drama with unexpected twists, and the early reactions suggest it will be a talking point among Telugu cinema audiences.
