DSP Swaps Baton for Screen: 'Yellamma' Set for 2027 Release!
Music maestro Devi Sri Prasad makes his acting debut in Yellamma. Check out the release date and first look of DSP as Parshi.
The powerhouse of South Indian music, Devi Sri Prasad, is preparing to step out from behind the recording console and into the spotlight. The acclaimed composer, widely known as DSP, is making his highly anticipated acting debut in the upcoming film Devi Sri Prasad Yellamma release, which is officially scheduled to hit theaters on March 5, 2027.
A New Avatar: Meet Parshi
The excitement reached a fever pitch on Wednesday as the makers unveiled the film's first look. In a surprising transformation, the first look introduces DSP in a completely new avatar as Parshi, the lead character of the story. While the maestro has spent years crafting the sounds of cinema, he now takes on the challenge of bringing a character to life on screen.
The Visionaries Behind the Project
Adding to the anticipation is the creative team steering the ship. Yellamma is written and directed by Venu Yeldandi, who previously gained critical acclaim for the film Balagam. With Yeldandi's directorial vision and DSP's lead performance, the project is shaping up to be a unique cinematic venture.
The film is presented by the prominent producer Dil Raju and produced by Shirish under the prestigious Sri Venkateswara Creations banner.
Key Details of the Production:
- Release Date: March 5, 2027
- Lead Actor: Devi Sri Prasad (as Parshi)
- Director: Venu Yeldandi
- Production House: Sri Venkateswara Creations
- Languages: The film will be a pan-Indian release in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada.
From National Awards to the Big Screen
Devi Sri Prasad is a household name in the Indian film industry, particularly for his chart-topping compositions. He achieved a career milestone by winning the National Film Award for Best Music Direction for the global hit Pushpa: The Rise, starring Allu Arjun.
What We Know About the Story
While the producers are keeping the plot and the supporting cast under wraps, a previously released glimpse of the film provided a hint of its atmosphere. The footage suggested a rural setting, hinting at a grounded and perhaps emotionally resonant narrative.
The project was first announced in January 2026, and with shooting currently underway, the countdown has officially begun for the world to see DSP not as the man creating the music, but as the man leading the story.