Having carved a niche for herself with diverse roles over a decade, Malavika Mohanan continues to be one of the go-to actresses for filmmakers in the South. While she is set for her Telugu debut opposite Prabhas in The Raja Saab, there were reports that the actress would also be part of Chiranjeevi’s next film under director Bobby.

Hi guys
So there are a lot of reports circulating online that I’m a part of Mega 158 helmed by Bobby sir.
While I would love to share the screen with the iconic Chiranjeevi sir at some point in my career, but just wanted to clarify that I’m not a part of this project and the…

— Malavika Mohanan (@MalavikaM_) October 29, 2025

Malavika clears the air

Malavika Mohanan’s inclusion in Chiranjeevi’s next film, Mega 158, (working title) directed by Bobby has spread like wildfire. Sensing the need to clarify, the actress took to her social media handle and elucidated. While expressing her desire to share screen with iconic Megastar and also to work with director Bobby at some point in her career, the actress explained that she is not part of the ambitious project. She termed the ongoing reports about her casting in the film as ‘false.’ “Hi guys So there are a lot of reports circulating online that I’m a part of Mega 158 helmed by Bobby sir. While I would love to share the screen with the iconic Chiranjeevi sir at some point in my career, but just wanted to clarify that I’m not a part of this project and the reports are false,” Malavika posted. Chiru 158 is presently in the scripting stage. Although Bobby has a few names under consideration for the leading lady role, things haven’t progressed that far yet.

Malavika awaits The Raja Saab

Malavika is eagerly waiting for the release of her Telugu debut, The Raja Saab, starring Prabhas. The romantic horror drama has been in the making for over three years. Although the Maruthi directorial had three leading ladies, Malavika featured prominently in the teaser and the trailer. The actress also has a duet number opposite Prabhas that was shot in the picturesque locations in Greece.

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