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3 days ago
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Mayasabha OTT Release Date: When And Where To Watch Aadhi Pinisetty's Political Drama Online
Mayasabha, a Telugu political web series starring Aadhi Pinisetty and Chaitanya Rao, streams on SonyLIV from August 7. Here's all you need to know. The stage is set for a powerful new political saga as Mayasabha, a Telugu-language web series headlined by Aadhi Pinisetty and Chaitanya Rao, gears up for its OTT debut on SonyLIV. The show will begin streaming from August 7, 2025, and is already generating buzz for its intense premise, compelling cast, and bold political parallels. Set in the politically charged landscape of Andhra Pradesh in the 1990s, Mayasabha traces the rise and fallout of two dynamic political figures—Kakarla Krishnama Naidu and MS Rami Reddy—whose friendship gives way to a fierce rivalry that ultimately defines the political direction of the state. The teaser, unveiled by SonyLIV, sets the tone for a gripping tale of power, ideology, and ambition. 'A Story of Two Great Friends, Turned into Political Rivals, that became Story of the State," read the post that announced the show's release date. Speculation is rife that the series draws inspiration from the real-life political rivalry between former Andhra Pradesh Chief Ministers N. Chandrababu Naidu and the late Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhar Reddy. Although the makers haven't officially confirmed this, the storyline and character dynamics strongly reflect their political trajectories. Reports also hinted at Naga Chaitanya being part of the project at one point, though the final cast features Aadhi Pinisetty and Chaitanya Rao in the leads. Mayasabha boasts a robust ensemble cast that includes Divya Dutta, Sai Kumar, Srikanth Iyengar, Nassar, Tanya Ravichandran, Ravindra Vijay, and Shatru, among others. The show is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Deva Katta, who makes his OTT debut with this series. Known for films like Prasthanam and Autonagar Surya, Katta brings his signature storytelling flair to the small screen, promising a gripping political thriller layered with emotion and realism. For Aadhi Pinisetty, this marks an important turn in his career after the critical success of Sabdham. He is also set to appear as the antagonist in the upcoming Akhanda 2 alongside Nandamuri Balakrishna. With its sharp political commentary and human drama, Mayasabha is expected to be a standout addition to the growing library of regional content on OTT platforms. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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4 days ago
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Mayasabha OTT Release: When and where to watch Aadhi Pinisetty, Chaitanya Rao starrer political web series
Aadhi Pinisetty and Chaitanya Rao starrer Telugu-language political web series Mayasabha is gearing up to release on OTT. The upcoming show is said to be a period venture, and here are more details about it. When and where to watch Mayasabha Mayasabha is set to begin streaming on the OTT platform SonyLIV from August 7, 2025. The official announcement about the show was made by the streaming platform's social media handle. Unveiling the teaser, the makers penned, 'A Story of Two Great Friends, Turned into Political Rivals, that became Story of the State…Mayasabha Streaming on SonyLIV from 7th Aug.' Here's the official update for Mayasabha: Official teaser and plot of Mayasabha Mayasabha narrates the tale of a political rivalry shared by Kakarla Krishnama Naidu and MS Rami Reddy. Taking place in the 1990s political setup of Andhra Pradesh, the series showcases two great leaders from diversely opposite ends of the political spectrum. According to a report by Times Now, the series is said to be based on the political lives of the incumbent Andhra Pradesh CM Chandra Babu Naidu and his late rival and former CM YS Rajasekhar Reddy. Interestingly, the report also suggests that Naga Chaitanya was rumoured to be a part of the show. Cast and crew of Mayasabha Mayasabha features Aadhi Pinisetty and Chaitanya Rao in the leading roles. Aside from them, the series features actors like Divya Dutta, Sai Kumar, Srikanth Iyengar, Nassar, Ravindra Vijay, Shatru, Tanya Ravichandran, and many more in key roles. The show is directed by Deva Katta, marking his debut in OTT. Earlier, the director helmed films like Vennela, Prasthanam, Autonagar Surya, and more. Moreover, the filmmaker is also said to be involved in the dialogue writing for Mahesh Babu starrer SSMB29, directed by SS Rajamouli. Talking about Aadhi Pinisetty's work front, the actor was last seen in a lead role in the movie Sabdham. The horror thriller flick was directed by Arivazhagan Venkatachalam, becoming a critical and commercial hit. Akhanda 2.
