Megaverse: Netflix unveils first poster as Chiranjeevi turns talk show host

Veteran Telugu actor Chiranjeevi is set to make his digital talk show debut with Netflix’s upcoming non-fiction series, Megaverse. The streaming platform officially announced the project on Thursday aling with a poster, marking the actor's first major hosting stint on OTT as he explores the history and prominent figures of Telugu cinema.Produced by Gold Box Entertainments, Atom Media Ventures, and Sol Production LLP, Megaverse is currently under production. Comedy stalwarts Brahmanandam, Sunil, and Satya are slated to feature among the initial set of guests on the show. The poster shared on Netflix's Instagram handle added a caption which read, "Mass ki grammar, style ki definition (Grammar of mass, definition of style). Megastar is here. Watch Chiranjeevi’s Megaverse, coming soon, Only on Netflix (sic)." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)The show will explore the legacy of Telugu cinema through the stars and stories that have shaped its journey. This is not Chiranjeevi’s first venture into non-scripted broadcasting. The actor previously hosted the television game show Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu, the Telugu adaptation of Kaun Banega Crorepati. Further details regarding the episode count and release date are expected from the streamer in the coming weeks.The move aligns with a growing trend among senior Telugu stars expanding into non-fiction digital formats. Industry stalwarts such as Nandamuri Balakrishna, who hosts Unstoppable, and Jagapathi Babu, with Jayammu Nischayammu Raa with Jagapathi, have similarly embraced the talk show format to lead unscripted conversations with fellow actors and prominent personalities.Details about Megaverse, including its release date and the complete guest list, are yet to be announced.Chiranjeevi’s last theatrical release was Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, released on January 12, 2026. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film was produced jointly by Sahu Garapati and Sushmita Konidela under Shine Screens and Gold Box Entertainments.The action-comedy featured an ensemble cast led by Chiranjeevi alongside Venkatesh, Nayanthara, and Catherine Tresa in pivotal roles, supported by Sachin Khedekar, Zarina Wahab, Sharat Saxena, Harsha Vardhan, Abhinav Gomatam, Sudev Nair, and Srinivasa Reddy.

Chiranjeevi is also headlining Vishwambhara, a socio-fantasy action-adventure film directed by Vassishta. His proposed collaboration with director Srikanth Odela, which was expected to go on floors this year, has reportedly been postponed.- EndsRead more | 48 years, countless memories: Chiranjeevi says 'Your love is my eternal identity'