On the Road (2025 Indian film)
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| Directed by | Surya Lakkoju |
| Written by | Surya Lakkoju |
| Produced by | SPL Pictures |
| Starring | Raghav Tiwari Swati Mehra Karn Shastri Ravi Singh Rahul Kumar S. S. Angchok |
| Cinematography | Gifty Mehra |
| Edited by | Mandar Sawant |
| Music by | Surbhit Manocha Naveen Kumar |
Production company | SPL Pictures |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
On the Road is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language road thriller film written and directed by Surya Lakkoju and produced under the banner of SPL Pictures. The film stars Raghav Tiwari and Swati Mehra in the lead roles, with Karn Shastri, Ravi Singh, Rahul Kumar, and S. S. Angchok in supporting roles. It is noted for being the first Indian feature film shot entirely in Ladakh. The project is promoted as a visually striking road-trip thriller set in the challenging terrain of the Himalayas.[1][2][3][4]
Plot
The film follows a seemingly ordinary man who joins a couple on a long road trip through Ladakh. What begins as a peaceful journey gradually turns into a series of dangerous and chaotic events. The story explores suspense, betrayal, and survival against the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas.
Cast
- Raghav Tiwari
- Swati Mehra
- Karn Shastri
- Ravi Singh
- Rahul Kumar
- S. S. Angchok
Production
The film is directed by Surya Lakkoju and produced by SPL Pictures. Principal photography took place across various locations in Ladakh, making it the first Indian film to be shot entirely in the region.[1] The film will be released in multiple Indian languages including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Music
The music is composed by Surbhit Manocha, with cinematography by Gifty Mehra and editing by Mandar Sawant. The soundtrack complements the film's road-thriller theme and scenic Himalayan visuals.
Release
On the Road was released theatrically on 10 October 2025.[4]
Reception
Following its release, On the Road received mixed-to-positive reviews from critics.
Sakshi Post called the film “a romantic crime thriller that shifts gears effectively,” commending its emotional depth and strong visuals while noting that the pacing dips in parts.[5]
OTTplay rated the film 2.5 out of 5, writing that On the Road “boasts great visuals but limited thrills.” The review mentioned that the first half engages emotionally, while the second half delivers better tension and atmosphere.[6]
The Hans India described the film as “a scenic ride of emotions, suspense, and raw human drama,” applauding its visual grandeur and character-driven storytelling.[7]
References
- ^ a b "Ram Gopal Varma unveils trailer for On the Road promising an intriguing narrative". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ "Trailer of Ram Gopal Varma's On the Road unveiled; film to release soon". News18. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ "RGV unveils On the Road trailer". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ a b "Road-trip thriller 'On the Road' set for Oct 10 release". The Hans India. 7 October 2025. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ^ "Road Movie Review: Romantic Crime Thriller Shifts Gears". Sakshi Post. 11 October 2025. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
- ^ "On the Road Review: Surya Lakkoju's road thriller has great visuals but limited thrills". OTTplay. 10 October 2025. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
- ^ "On the Road: A Scenic Ride of Emotions, Suspense & Raw Human Drama". The Hans India. 11 October 2025. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
- "Ram Gopal Varma unveils trailer for On the Road promising an intriguing narrative". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- "Trailer of Ram Gopal Varma's On the Road unveiled; film to release soon". News18. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- "RGV unveils On the Road trailer". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- "Road-trip thriller 'On the Road' set for Oct 10 release". The Hans India. 7 October 2025. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
External links
- On the Road at IMDb