David Warner Set for Tollywood Debut in ‘Robinhood’

Australian cricketer David Warner, who is a renowned fan of Tollywood films, is finally going to make his much-hyped Telugu film debut. The 38-year-old batsman, who has a special rapport with Telugu fans due to his successful journey with SunRisers Hyderabad, will be seen in the upcoming movie Robinhood, which features Nithiin and Sreeleela in the lead roles and is directed by Venky Kudumula.

The buzz about Warner's cameo grew stronger after he started following Nithiin and Venky Kudumula on Instagram, indicating that he would be a part of the project. There were reports that the cricketer shot his scene when the film's Australia schedule was on in September 2024. Now, finally silencing the rumors for months, the producer Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers officially announced Warner's cameo during the pre-release event of Kingston in Hyderabad.

David Warner is set to make his acting debut in the Telugu film Robinhood! 🎬🔥

Producer Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movies (Pushpa makers) confirmed the news, stating that Warner has played a small role in the film. Exciting times ahead! 🏏🎥 #DavidWarner #Robinhood #Tollywood pic.twitter.com/DPossLu3mN

— HK Chronicle (@HK_Chronicle_) March 5, 2025

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"David Warner has appeared in a cameo in the film. It'll be thrilling," Shankar divulged, even more heightening the expectations for the movie.

Warner's Affection for Telugu Cinema

Warner has been expressing his fondness for Tollywood consistently through his viral Instagram reels, where he has grooved to Allu Arjun's blockbuster songs from Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo and Pushpa. His spirited interaction with Telugu cinema and its fans has endeared him to the hearts of the people in the region.

In the footsteps of Indian cricketers Shikhar Dhawan (Double XL), Sreesanth (Askar 2), Harbhajan Singh (Mujhse Shaadi Karoge), Irfan Pathan (Cobra), and Ajay Jadeja (Khel), Warner is the newest cricket star to venture into acting. Although nothing has been said about his character in Robinhood, fans await anxiously to know if he carries his energetic and fun-loving personality on the big screen

With Warner's appearance now officially announced, Robinhood is now among the most eagerly anticipated Telugu movies. The fans can hardly wait to witness what surprises this Australian cricketer has for them!