27 May 2023, Mumbai : Rebel Star Prabhas, renowned for his commanding performances and consistent box office success, has earned a reputation for his fearless selection of scripts. Despite his stature as a pan-Indian superstar, he remains unafraid to collaborate with budding and lesser-known directors. Following the monumental triumph of Baahubali 2, Prabhas ventured into projects like Saaho and Radhe Shyam, helmed by relatively unfamiliar filmmakers. Regrettably, these films failed to captivate audiences and showcase Prabhas’s true potential, despite their substantial budgets.
Big Risk Once Again?
According to insider information, Prabhas is now embarking on another significant gamble by joining forces with another non-superstar director. The grapevine suggests that he has recently signed a movie with Hanu Raghavapudi, which is anticipated to boast a massive budget. The burning question on everyone’s mind is whether Hanu can steer Prabhas toward success and whether this audacious endeavor will yield fruitful results. Hanu Raghavapudi has only achieved one major hit in his career so far with the classical blockbuster Sita Ramam, which debuted in August of the previous year. Reports indicate that Prabhas and Hanu Raghavapudi’s collaboration is rumored to be set against the backdrop of World War II. Whether it will be a tale of romance or a high-octane action extravaganza remains to be seen.
It is common knowledge that Prabhas is set to grace the silver screen soon in Adipurush, directed by Om Raut, with a worldwide release merely three weeks away. The first single from the movie, “Jai Shri Ram,” struck a chord with the audience, becoming a resounding hit. The team is now gearing up to unveil the second single, “Ram Siya Ram,” with a grand event scheduled for May 29. Insider sources in the Telugu film industry suggest that Prabhas and Hanu’s collaboration might lean towards a love story. However, there are also swirling speculations within the film circles about the movie’s World War II setting. Precise details regarding the film’s context have yet to be divulged. Renowned production banner Mythri Movie Makers is bankrolling this ambitious project on a grand scale.
Meanwhile, rumors regarding the film’s storyline are circulating, with some claiming that Nani had already heard the script but turned down the opportunity. Consequently, Hanu approached Prabhas, who immediately took interest in the film’s premise and greenlit the project. The producers are expected to make an official announcement about the movie in the forthcoming days. On a parallel note, Adipurush is poised to grace theaters worldwide on June 16. Directed by Om Raut, the film stars Prabhas as Lord Rama, Kriti Sanon as Sita, and Saif Ali Khan as Ravana.
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-by Yashika Desai