HIT 3: Nani leads the next thrilling chapter of the HIT Universe as an SP in Visakhapatnam, chasing a ruthless gang of serial killers across Jammu and Kashmir.
The HIT Universe is expanding, and the stakes are deadlier than ever this time. HIT: The Third Case, the much-anticipated Telugu-language action thriller, will be released worldwide on May 1, 2025. Written and directed by Sailesh Kolanu and produced by Prashanti Tipirneni and Nani under Wall Poster Cinema and Unanimous Productions, the film promises a gripping continuation of the acclaimed HIT franchise.
Following the massive success of HIT: The First Case and HIT: The Second Case (2022), the third instalment introduces a new lead- Nani, stepping into the role of SP Arjun Sarkaar IPS of HIT Visakhapatnam. Alongside him, Srinidhi Shetty stars as Mrudula, marking a powerful new addition to the HIT world.
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Storyline:
When a series of gruesome murders shocks Jammu and Kashmir, SP Arjun Sarkaar is assigned the high-priority investigation. As part of HIT’s elite force, he must track down and stop a dangerous group of serial killers operating in one of India’s most volatile regions. With political pressure mounting and the body count rising, Arjun faces his toughest battle yet — both on the ground and within himself.
Cast:
- Nani as SP Arjun Sarkaar, IPS, HIT Visakhapatnam
- Srinidhi Shetty as Mrudula
- Surya Srinivas as ASP Ravi IPS, HIT Jammu and Kashmir
- Adil Pala as SI Zubair Ahmed Khan, HIT Jammu and Kashmir
- Rao Ramesh as DGP Nageswara Rao
- Brahmaji as R. Shinde
- Maganti Srinath as Abhilash IPS, SP of HIT Hyderabad
The ensemble cast brings together familiar faces and dynamic new characters to weave a complex, high-stakes investigation.
Production and Distribution:
Building on the growing popularity of the HIT Universe, the film was shot extensively across challenging terrains to authentically portray the Jammu and Kashmir backdrop.
The digital streaming rights have already been snapped up by Netflix, ensuring that after its theatrical run, HIT: The Third Case will reach a global audience.
What to Expect:
Fans can look forward to:
- Intense action sequences
- Emotional depth and layered characters
- Darker, more psychological storytelling
- Breathtaking visuals of North India’s rugged landscapes
Director Sailesh Kolanu has hinted that HIT 3 will not only continue the franchise’s signature investigation thriller format but also pave the way for future crossovers within the HIT Universe.
With a powerful new hero, chilling villains, and edge-of-the-seat action, HIT: The Third Case is shaping up to be a blockbuster thriller that could redefine the HIT franchise’s future.