Updated On: 04 November, 2025 08:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Adivi Sesh reveals why Dacoit was delayed and why he’s unfazed by its box-office clash with other major releases. The actor, who prides himself on being an “underdog,” says the festival weekend makes it the perfect release window

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The much-awaited bilingual action drama Dacoit, starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, has been creating quite a buzz nationwide. Originally slated for a December release, the film faced a delay after Sesh sustained an injury during filming. It will now hit theatres on March 19, 2026, coinciding with Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Eid. Interestingly, this new date aligns with the release of other major films, sparking talk of a box-office clash.
In an interview with Hindustan Times, Adivi Sesh opened up about Dacoit’s delay, the decision behind its new release date, and why the ‘clash’ doesn’t stress him.