It's official now: Sarileru Neekevvaru on Jan 11

As we have reported earlier, the direct clash between Mahesh Babu and Allu Arjun’s films has been averted. Mahesh Babu starrer ‘Sarileru Neekevvaru’ and Allu Arjun’s ‘Ala Vaikunthapuramlo’ will not be hitting on the same day. Sarileru Neekevvaru has confirmed its release date as January 11 and Ala Vaikunthapuramlo will release on Jan 12.

Here is the official press statement from Active Producer’s Guild that made the two producers change their dates amicably.

"Yet another time, the Producers Guild of Telugu cinema has diligently exercised their responsibility of maintaining harmony within the film industry.

After last averting the clash between Gang Leader and Gaddalakonda Ganesh, they have now successfully managed to do the same for the upcoming major releases Sarileru Neekevvaru and Ala Vaikunthapuramlo.

Both the films were scheduled for release on January 12. The members of the guild intervened to ensure both the films get good revenues. After speaking to producers of both the films, Anil Sunkara and Chinna Babu, the Guild convinced the duo to release Sarileru Nekavvaru on January 11th and Ala Vaikunthapuramlo on January 12th.

The Producers Guild appreciates the producers for their cooperation having the best interests of the film industry at heart.