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Yellamma first look revealed as Rockstar DSP takes centre stage

The first look of Yellamma has set social media alight, heralding a thrilling new chapter in Devi Sri Prasad’s career. Fans are eager to witness the beloved composer, known as Rockstar DSP, take his first steps as an actor on the big screen.

January 15, 2026 / 18:09 IST
Yellamma first look out now
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  • Devi Sri Prasad makes his acting debut in Yellamma, directed by Venu Yeldandi
  • First look shows DSP as Parshi, meditating by a river amid a storm
  • DSP composes music for Yellamma, releasing PAN-India in five languages.

The first look of Yellamma has sparked genuine excitement around a bold new phase in Devi Sri Prasad’s journey.

Widely celebrated as Rockstar DSP, the composer who has soundtracked countless memories across generations is now stepping in front of the camera for the very first time.

When news of his PAN-India acting debut first surfaced, fans were curious. With the release of the first glimpse, that curiosity has turned into palpable anticipation.

For years, Devi Sri Prasad has been more than a composer. His music has shaped moods, defined eras and united audiences across languages.

From the raw energy of Pushpa: The Rise to the earthy emotions of Rangasthalam, his songs have lived far beyond cinema halls. With Yellamma, audiences are preparing to see the man behind those anthems in an entirely new light — not as the voice of the film, but as its soul on screen.

Directed by Venu Yeldandi, whose Balagam struck an emotional chord nationwide, and produced by Dil Raju under the Sri Venkateswara Creations banner, Yellamma promises a grounded, culturally rich narrative.

The first look offers a striking image of Devi Sri Prasad as Parshi, seated in quiet meditation by a river while a storm gathers around him. The visual feels symbolic — calm against chaos — and hints at a layered, emotionally driven character rather than a flashy debut.

What makes this transition even more personal is that Devi Sri Prasad is also composing the film’s music. Having delivered songs like Oo Antava, Srivalli, Dhinka Chika and Daddy Mummy, which became nationwide sensations, expectations around the soundtrack are naturally high. Yet this time, the music carries a different weight — it is tied directly to his own performance and storytelling.

The response online has been immediate and heartfelt, with fans poring over every frame of the first look.

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Yellamma is not just about an artist trying something new; it feels like a natural extension of Devi Sri Prasad’s creative spirit.

As the film gears up for a PAN-India release in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada, the excitement lies in watching a cultural icon take a leap — and trusting that, once again, he will make it his own.

Entertainment desk Entertainment Desk at Moneycontrol reports on the celebrities, movies that shape India’s entertainment industry. With a sharp focus on cinema, OTT, web series, and latest trends, the entertainment desk delivers verified news, and analytical stories that place entertainment within a wider economic and cultural context. Our coverage goes beyond celebrity to examine how storytelling, audiences and business decisions influence one of the country’s most influential creative industries.
first published: Jan 15, 2026 06:09 pm

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