Ugly Story 2026

Ugly Story is a Telugu psychological romantic thriller written and directed by L. Pranava Swaroop. Released on May 22, 2026, the film stars Shree Nandu and Avika Gor in the lead roles, with Ravi Teja Mahadasyam, Sivaji Raja, and Pragya Nayan Sinha in supporting roles. The film follows Neha, a young woman raised by her uncle after losing her parents, and her cousin Karthik, whose possessive love for her turns into a dangerous obsession. As Neha is forced into a relationship she never wanted, the story explores emotional abuse, control, trauma, and the consequences of toxic attachment.

• Release Date: May 22, 2026
• Director: L. Pranava Swaroop
• Genre: Psychological Drama, Romance, Thriller
• Runtime: 123 Minutes
• Studio/Platform: Riya Jiya Productions
• Language: Telugu
• Certification: A

Ugly Story 2026 Storyline

After the death of her parents, Neha grows up under the care of her uncle and cousin Karthik. From childhood, Karthik develops an intense and obsessive attachment to her and refuses to accept her independence or feelings. His possessiveness gradually turns into manipulation and emotional abuse, trapping Neha in a relationship she desperately wants to escape. As his mental state deteriorates and secrets come to light, Neha finds herself fighting for her freedom and survival.

Cast

• Shree Nandu as Karthik
• Avika Gor as Neha
• Ravi Teja Mahadasyam
• Sivaji Raja as Neha’s Uncle
• Pragya Nayan Sinha

Production Details

Ugly Story is written and directed by L. Pranava Swaroop in his directorial debut. The film is produced by J. S. Subhashini and Konda Lakshman under the Riya Jiya Productions banner. Shrie Sai Kumar Daara handled the cinematography, while editing was completed by Mithun Soma and R. Srikanth Patnaik. The music and background score were composed by Shravan Bharadwaj. The film was developed as a psychological relationship drama and deliberately avoids romanticizing toxic behavior, instead focusing on the emotional damage caused by obsession and coercive relationships.

Release Date & Where to Watch

Ugly Story was released theatrically on May 22, 2026, in Telugu. Following its theatrical run, the film premiered digitally on June 5, 2026, and is available for streaming on Aha Video and Amazon Prime Video in supported regions.