Rao Bahadur is a 2026 Telugu psychological drama film written directed and edited by Venkatesh Maha. The movie stars Satyadev in the lead role as the titular character and it is presented by superstar Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar under GMB Entertainment. It also features Vikas Muppala Deepa Thomas Bala Parasar Anand Bharathi Pranay Vaka and others in supporting roles. The film is set against the backdrop of a fading aristocracy and follows the story of a royal figure stuck in the past who is haunted by memories and driven by a toxic desire. Blending elements of suspense dark comedy and magical realism the narrative explores deep psychological tension and social conditioning with the tagline doubt is a deadly demon. Released on July 3 2026 Rao Bahadur has been praised by critics and audiences for its bold unique storytelling and Satyadev career best performance making it one of the standout films in recent Telugu cinema.
