Jr NTR, widely associated with intense, mass-oriented roles, is teaming up with Anil Ravipudi, a filmmaker known for his successful run of hilarious entertainers. The project is being described as a full-fledged entertainer and is expected to go on floors in 2027.
NTR Arts is producing the yet-untitled film. The banner is headed by Nandamuri Kalyan Ram, the actor’s brother. Announcing the project, the production house promised a “laugh riot like never before”. Ravipudi, regarded as a “Hit Machine” in Telugu cinema, owes his directorial debut, Pataas, to Kalyan Ram’s faith in his then-untested talent.
The collaboration with the War 2 actor has reportedly been in the works for a long time. Ravipudi acknowledged the wait, writing that their combination was “long overdue”. He also quipped about the film rolling soon, adding that it was actually “ROFL-ing very soon”.
Anil Ravipudi’s track record says it all
Working with superstars is familiar territory for Ravipudi. He has previously directed Chiranjeevi in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu and Nandamuri Balakrishna in Bhagavanth Kesari. His three-film association with Venkatesh Daggubati is also well known, culminating in the success of Sanskruthi Vasthunam.
A surprise move amid spectacle
The announcement comes as a surprise, with Jr NTR also awaiting the release of the Dragon film series, directed by KGF filmmaker Prashanth Neel. Speculation is already rife about the actor’s upcoming projects. Ravipudi is known for completing his films at a brisk pace. Going by that track record, his collaboration with Jr NTR could reach theatres before Dragon 2.
Jr NTR is no stranger to comedy. He has explored the genre in films such as Adhurs and Baadshah, among others. However, comedy has rarely been the centrepiece of his more recent work.
The project therefore promises a refreshing change for the actor, who has lately been headlining large-scale spectacle films. Trivikram’s God of War is expected to follow, keeping his calendar packed.
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