Daijiworld Media Network - Mumbai

Mumbai, Oct 13: Actress Aafiya Sayed, who recently made her Bollywood debut with the romantic entertainer ‘Prem Keetanu’, is set to enter Telugu cinema with ‘Alias Rukmini’, in which she will share screen space with actor Nithiin.

Expressing her excitement about stepping into Tollywood, Aafiya said it felt surreal to make her Telugu debut with the film and praised director Muralikanth Devasoth and the team behind the project.

“It feels surreal to be making my Telugu debut with ‘Alias Rukmini’. Murali Sir is an incredible visionary, and he and the team at Unanimous Productions are really committed to making something incredibly special,” she said.

The Telugu drama is backed by actor Nani under his production banner, Unanimous Productions.

“Working alongside Nithiin, Nani Sir as a producer, it’s all really a huge privilege. We’re really making this film with a lot of heart and can’t wait to share it with the world on the 4th of December,” Aafiya added.

Produced by Nani and Deepthi Ganta and directed by Muralikanth Devasoth, ‘Alias Rukmini’ is scheduled to hit theatres on December 4, 2026.

Recently, actress Raveena Tandon also congratulated Aafiya on her entry into the film industry with ‘Prem Keetanu’, describing herself as the “proudest Maasi”.

Praising Aafiya’s dedication and determination, Raveena wrote on her official social media handle: “Congratulations @aafiyasayed\_. Love blessings and everything that your heart desires should be fulfilled. I have seen you work hard dedicatedly towards your goal. Obstacles in your way, but never losing focus. Alone, standing strong.”

“Braving it all for that one opportunity towards the winning post. Today seeing you in your full glory on the screen has made me the proudest Maasi of all. Love you beta and may Eeshwar bestow upon you all the blessings and more. With all our love, Welcome to the movies, you are here to conquer,” she added, while encouraging audiences to watch ‘Prem Keetanu’ in theatres.