A girl from a remote village who wants to go to space. A rocket launch in the opening seconds of the teaser. And Dulquer Salmaan as a mysterious man named Krishna. Aakasam Lo Oka Tara, “a star in the sky”, is shaping up to be one of the most heartfelt big releases of November.
The teaser has crossed millions of views, and the release is just nine days away. Here’s everything we know.
| Movie | Aakasam Lo Oka Tara (AOT) |
| Release date | November 20, 2026 (theatres) |
| Languages | Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi |
| Director and writer | Pavan Sadineni |
| Cast | Dulquer Salmaan, Satvika Veeravalli, Shruti Haasan |
| Music | G.V. Prakash Kumar |
| Producers | Sandeep and Ramya Gunnam (Lightbox Media) |
| Presented by | Geetha Arts and Swapna Cinema |
What Is Aakasam Lo Oka Tara About?
At its heart is a spirited young woman from a remote village who dreams of becoming an astronaut, and of breaking free from everything her circumstances say she can’t do. An introduction video shows a child asking how to reach space, before cutting to Satvika Veeravalli’s character being told the same dream isn’t for her.
Dulquer Salmaan as Krishna
Dulquer plays Krishna, and the makers are keeping his character a mystery. The latest poster shows him smiling in a red patterned shirt, holding a small sack, with a tailor’s shop behind him. Dulquer’s message to fans: “This one has been a lovely journey so far,” signed “Yours, Krishna.”
Aakasam Lo Oka Tara Cast
Debutant Satvika Veeravalli plays the female lead, and Shruti Haasan plays a bold science teacher. The ensemble includes Antony Varghese Pepe, Mysskin, Kayadu Lohar, Samyuktha Viswanathan, Kathir and Vinay Forrt.
Music and Crew
Two-time National Award winner G.V. Prakash Kumar composes the music. The song “San San Hawa Pe” is already out. Sujith Sarang handles the cinematography, and National Award-winning editor K.L. Praveen edits. Director Pavan Sadineni is known for Prema Ishq Kaadhal and Savitri.
Aakasam Lo Oka Tara Box Office Clash
It opens on a crowded Friday, alongside Sunny Deol’s Suryaa, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping and more. See our full guide to movies releasing on November 20.
Watch the official teaser on YouTube.
FAQs
When is Aakasam Lo Oka Tara releasing?
November 20, 2026, in cinemas worldwide.
Who plays the lead in Aakasam Lo Oka Tara?
Dulquer Salmaan as Krishna, with debutant Satvika Veeravalli as the female lead.
Is Shruti Haasan in Aakasam Lo Oka Tara?
Yes. She plays a bold science teacher.
Who composed the music for Aakasam Lo Oka Tara?
G.V. Prakash Kumar.
In which languages is Aakasam Lo Oka Tara releasing?
Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi.
