Hey Balwanth

Hey Balwanth'' (internationally released asHey Bhagawan'') is a 2026 Indian Telugu-language comedy drama film co-written and directed by Gopi Atchara, in his directorial debut. The film stars Suhas, Shivani Nagaram, and Naresh. Produced by B. Narendra Reddy under the banner of Trishul Visionary Studios, the film was released theatrically on 20 February 2026.

Plot

Krishna is a young man in Guntur who is eager to inherit the business legacy of his father, Rao Balwanth, though he is unaware of the actual nature of the business. Krishna falls in love with Mithra, an idealistic woman who runs an NGO. His life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers that his father's "business" is actually a lodge involved in illegal activities. The story explores the father-son emotional dynamic as Krishna struggles to hide the truth from Mithra while navigating the ethical dilemma of his family's livelihood.

Cast

• Suhas as Krishna Balwanth
• Shivani Nagaram as Mithra
• Naresh as Rao Balwanth, Krishna's father
• Vennela Kishore
• Ajay Ghosh
• Sudharshan
• Harsha Vardhan
• Annapurna

Production

The film was initially titled Hey Bhagawan, but just four days prior to its release, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) requested a title change due to concerns over religious sentiments.

Critical reception

Hey Balwanth received mixed to positive reviews from critics. A reviewer from Telugu Vaadi TV rated the film 3/5 stars and wrote, "Hey Balwanth banks heavily on Suhas’ emotional timing and comic presence. Though the narrative follows a familiar path, the film succeeds in delivering heartfelt moments and situational humour that keep the audience engaged."