Mrunal Thakur and Adivi Sesh’s much-anticipated action-thriller has finally hit cinemas today, April 10, 2026.

The film marks the directorial debut of Shaneil Deo, who also co-wrote the story and screenplay alongside Adivi Sesh and Yash Eshawari.

After the film’s release, audiences quickly shared mixed reactions online, highlighting both its technical strengths and storytelling flaws. Here’s what netizens are saying:

One netizen wrote, “#Dacoit An average action love story that is technically strong, but the screenplay only works in parts.

The film is technically sound. and that is its biggest strength. However, the screenplay and writing are where it falters in places. There are twists and turns to keep things moving, but they aren’t as effective as they should be.

A few sequences work well but a lot of portions also remind you of Kshanam/Goodachari, which makes the screenplay feel redundant and predictable. Climax twist is way too over the top.

Adivi Sesh performs aptly in his role, but his Rayalaseema dialect should have been better. Mrunal is decent.

About Dacoit: A Love Story

Dacoit: A Love Story (2026) is a Telugu action-thriller starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, weaving an intense romance that spirals into betrayal, revenge, and crime.

Directed by Shaneil Deo, the film follows Hari (Adivi Sesh), whose life is shattered after a deeply personal betrayal by Saraswati (Mrunal Thakur), complicated by social and caste tensions. Forced into a darker path, Hari transforms into a fugitive driven by vengeance.

Adivi Sesh portrays a rugged, emotionally charged character, while Mrunal Thakur anchors the story’s emotional core. Anurag Kashyap appears as a relentless inspector, intensifying the film’s high-stakes narrative.