Nagarjuna Turns ‘King’ in KING100 Glimpse, Fans Praise His Vintage Look

Nagarjuna Akkineni’s much-awaited 100th film, KING100, has created a strong buzz following the release of its first glimpse on Saturday, August 29, coinciding with the actor’s 67th birthday. Directed by Ra Karthik and backed by Annapurna Studios, the film is set to arrive in theatres on December 24, 2026.

The glimpse introduces Nagarjuna in a stylish, larger-than-life avatar while offering brief clues about the film’s central conflict. His character reflects on how society treats people differently based on their wealth, recalling how he was considered a “loser” when he had no money and later hailed as a “King” after becoming rich.

The footage appears to trace a rags-to-riches journey, while also hinting at crime, deception and a massive financial scandal reportedly involving around ₹50,000 crore. However, the makers have kept several details of the storyline under wraps, leaving audiences to speculate about Nagarjuna’s character and his motivations.

One of the most intriguing moments comes when Nagarjuna is seen discovering a baby following a house fire. The emotional sequence has added another layer of mystery to the film and has prompted questions about the child’s connection to the larger story.

Nagarjuna’s vintage-inspired appearance, screen presence and dialogue delivery have been among the most discussed elements of the glimpse. Music composer Devi Sri Prasad’s background score has also drawn praise from fans, adding to the film’s mass appeal.

The project features Tabu in a pivotal role, marking another collaboration between the two actors. The cast also includes Ravindra Vijay, Sushmitha Bhat and veteran actor Sai Kumar.

The film marks a major milestone in Nagarjuna’s career as his 100th movie, increasing expectations among his fans. Adding to the anticipation is its Christmas release, with KING100 scheduled to hit screens on the same date as Shah Rukh Khan’s King, potentially setting up an unusual clash between two films carrying the same title.

With its combination of mystery, action, drama and Nagarjuna’s star power, KING100 has already generated considerable online interest, with early reactions largely praising the actor’s look, the background score and the intriguing premise.