Tabu Reunites with Nagarjuna After 28 Years for Landmark 100th Film King 100

By Nikhil Bhat Published: Jul 06, Monday, 2026, 19:28 [IST]

The Telugu film industry is excited as Tabu is set to reunite with superstar Nagarjuna Akkineni after nearly two decades in a film. Their new collaboration, tentatively titled King100, is Nagarjuna Akkineni's 100th film and has become one of the most eagerly awaited projects in Tollywood.

Tabu and Nagarjuna were last seen together in the 1998 blockbuster Ninne Pelladatha, which became a major hit in Telugu cinema - and it’s one of the most memorable on-screen duos. Now 28 years later, fans are eager to see them together again, and this time in a completely different light.

What makes this reunion even more interesting is Tabu’s role. Tabu will be seen in a rare antagonist avatar for the first time in her Telugu career. Tabu, who is known for her versatility and powerful performances in Hindi and South Indian cinema, will add depth to the narrative as a strong and complex villain. She will be able to challenge Nagarjuna’s protagonist in a way that audiences have never seen before in this movie, making it a historic moment for both Nagarjuna and Tabu.

The makers have said that official updates are expected to begin in mid-July 2026 for King100. They will likely include the film’s title, cast, and production news. Industry sources say that the film will be mounted on a grand scale, befitting Nagarjuna's 100th movie.

Nagarjuna’s King100 is so much more than just another movie; it’s a celebration of an amazing career spanning over four decades. From romantic dramas to action thrillers, Nagarjuna has always reinvented himself. This landmark project will certainly showcase his enduring charisma and adaptability. The fact that Tabu is there as a formidable opponent will help the movie to have a lot of star power as well as narrative weight.

Fans are already using #King100, #NagarjunaAkkineni, and #Tabu to promote hashtags related to Ninne Pelladatha and fan-made posters imagining their reunion. The buzz is indicative of the emotional bond audiences have with both stars and their eagerness to see them come back together again.

Finally, the reunion of Tabu and Nagarjuna in King100 is clearly a landmark moment in Telugu cinema. Tabu is stepping into a rare antagonist role, and Nagarjuna is celebrating his 100th film, so nostalgia and innovation are welcome in this project. When we get official news and updates in mid-July, we will be keeping an eye on what could become one of the defining movies of 2026.

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