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Koratala Siva announces new film with Jr NTR’s uncle Nandamuri Balakrishna, fans wonder if Devara 2 is shelved

Koratala Siva announces new film with Jr NTR’s uncle Nandamuri Balakrishna, fans wonder if Devara 2 is shelved

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Director Koratala Siva has announced his next film after 2024’s Devara: Part 1, starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles. He will now be teaming up with Tarak’s uncle, Nandamuri Balakrishna, for his next. Fans, however, are confused if this means that Devara: Part 2 has been shelved. After Jr NTR’s Devara, Koratala Siva has announced a new film with Balakrishna. Koratala Siva’s upcoming film with Balakrishna On Friday, production house Yuvasudha Arts announced that Siva’s next film will be with Balakrishna. They wrote, “The Stars Align. A Festival Awaits. #NBKxKoratalaSiva #NBK112.” The text on the poster they released reads: “Power meets purpose. Mass becomes a moment. Shoot begins soon.” A source close to the unit says, “The director has already locked the script, and regular shooting will commence soon.” Further details regarding the cast and crew have yet to be announced. Internet wonders about Jr NTR’s Devara 2 When Devara was released in 2024, the film received lukewarm reviews and grossed ₹428 crore worldwide. Since then, there have been …

Devara Part 2: Koratala Siva to follow Sukumar’s approach, revising Jr NTR starrer’s script based on fan expectations?

Devara Part 2: Koratala Siva to follow Sukumar’s approach, revising Jr NTR starrer’s script based on fan expectations?

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Jr NTR’s last release, Devara, made for a decent run at the box office. The Koratala Siva directorial was announced as a two-parter movie, and there has now been considerable buzz about the next part as well. Based on the latest reports, the filmmaker might have undertaken a massive revision for the script of Devara Part 2. As per Times Now, who quoted a source close to the development of the upcoming film, Koratala Siva has allegedly taken keen note of the criticism from fans that they have made over Devara Part 1.  From the climax lacking in momentum to the abrupt ending of the movie, the director has gauged what the audiences have disliked and, as a result, has now corrected the script of the second installment accordingly. The report has suggested that Koratala Siva is likely to have taken reference from fellow filmmaker Sukumar, who has precisely delivered what the audiences have actually wanted from the Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 on the screens. The source mentioned, “Since Koratala has enough time at …

Koratala Siva’s Decision To Bring A Sequel For The Jr NTR Starrer Is Doing More Harm Than Good? Here’s All You Need To Know!

Koratala Siva’s Decision To Bring A Sequel For The Jr NTR Starrer Is Doing More Harm Than Good? Here’s All You Need To Know!

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Jr NTR’s Devara 2 Is Doing More Harm Than Good? (Photo Credit – Facebook) It is not a hidden fact that director Koratala Siva’s action flick Devara starrin Jr NTR in the lead role received a mixed response from the audience. The movie also failed to do meet the expectations at the box office despite Jr NTR’s stupendous star power. Amid this, Siva has also announced the sequel to the film. Even before the release of the movie, it was revealed that it will be a two-part franchise. Now, it seems that this decision might do the filmmaker more harm than good. Devara’s Lukewarm Box Office Response Made on a budget of around 300 crores, Devara wrapped up with an India net collection of 292.36 crore. Though it did well at the Hindi box office minting around 62.12 crore, the film was an overall a disappointment. It gained the losing verdict which means that it not only did not recover its budget but it lost less than 50% of it. The mixed response to the …

Koratala Siva is ‘on cloud nine’ over Devara Part 1 box office success: The audiences embraced our vision

Koratala Siva is ‘on cloud nine’ over Devara Part 1 box office success: The audiences embraced our vision

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Oct 21, 2024 12:25 PM IST Talking about picking “the right actors to tell good stories”, Koratala Siva opines, “It’s not Tamil, Telugu or Hindi film industry now; it’s Indian cinema.” Director Koratala Siva is “on cloud nine” following the box office success of NTR Jr-starrer Devara: Part 1. “The audiences embraced our vision and idea, and showered us with so much love and appreciation,” he gushes. A still from Devara: Part 1 The filmmaker reveals that the script was crafted with NTR Jr in mind: “We share a very special bond, and I’d keep pitching ideas to him.” Talking about Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor, who portray Bhairava and Thangam, respectively, Siva adds, “I needed someone as strong and intense as NTR Jr, and Saif was always the first choice. He’s unpolluted… he comes like a layman to the sets… (And) the way Janhvi got into the skin of the character, we never felt that she’s new to South.” Talking about picking “the right actors to tell good stories”, the 49-year-old opines, “It’s …

Devara director Koratala Siva wishes to see Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh in sequel

Devara director Koratala Siva wishes to see Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh in sequel

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Devara director Koratala Siva isn’t done with the North-South crossover in the franchise. While the first part of Jr NTR’s action epic starred Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor, Koratala has bigger plans for the sequel, as per an interview he gave to Zoom. (Also Read – Jr NTR breaks silence on mixed response for Devara: ‘We as an audience have become very negative these days’) Devara director wishes Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor are a part of the sequel starring Jr NTR What Koratala Siva said “Actually, I have my own wish list. I don’t know whether that can happen or not. To be very honest, I would love to see Ranveer Singh or Ranbir Kapoor in the world of Devara. I won’t take too many names from the Telugu or Tamil industries. If I reveal some names there will be too much of assumptions and speculations,” said Koratala. He added that unlike the trend these days, he wouldn’t like to rope in these Bollywood biggies for mere cameos, but in key, significant parts. …

Nani sends best wishes to Jr NTR and Koratala Siva ahead of Devara Part 1 release

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Sep 15, 2024 05:53 PM IST Koratala Siva’s Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan-starrer will be released in theatres on September 27 in multiple languages. Koratala Siva’s Devara: Part 1, starring Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan is one of the most anticipated films of the year. Now Jr NTR’s friend, actor Nani took to his X (Previously Twitter) to wish him huge success for the film ahead its release later this month. (Also read: Devara Part 1 trailer: Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor film tells a tale of power and fear) Nani hopes that Jr NTR’s Devara Part 1 is a huge success at the box office. What Nani said Nani took to his X account on Sunday and wrote, “Post Saripodhaa seeing our audience shower love on #35Movie last week and making #MathuVadalara2 a big success this week it’s clear that they were always ready. Congratulations to these wonderful teams and Counting on my dear @tarak9999 and koratala shiva gaaru to take this excitement to a new high …

Check out what Koratala Siva has to say about Janhvi Kapoor and Jr NTR

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Janhvi Kapoor has been in the news for her upcoming film Devara: Part 1. In this highly anticipated project, the actress will share the screen with Jr NTR, taking on the role of Thangam, who is set to be NTR’s love interest in the film. This fresh pairing is generating a significant buzz among the audience. Director Koratala Siva drew enthusiastic applause from the crowd with his praise for Janhvi Kapoor and Jr NTR’s on-screen chemistry. Comparing their dynamic to that of the legendary pairing of Sridevi and Sr NTR, who have collaborated on several notable projects, he said, “It comes out as, after NTR sir and Sridevi mam’s chemistry, it is now Jr NTR and Janhvi. Much like her mother, Janhvi looks elegant on & off screen with her unique blend of grace and charisma, echoing the timeless appeal that made Sridevi a beloved figure in Indian cinema.” Devara is scheduled to hit the theaters on September 27. Source link

Fear song from Devara: Jr NTR wrecks havoc at Red Sea in pulsating track from Koratala Siva’s action-thriller. Watch

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Jr NTR is all set to set the bar high post SS Rajamouli’s epic action-saga RRR. The actor featured in new visuals from the film as the first music video from Devara: Part 1 is has been released. Jr NTR is shown in high-octane action mode in the track by Leo fame Anirudh Ravichander. (Also read: Karan Johar acquires North India theatrical distribution rights for Jr NTR’s Devara) Jr NTR looks fierce in the song Fear from Devara: Part 1. Fear song shows Jr NTR’s fierce avatar The song starts with Jr NTR aka Devara sitting near the sea shore as he looks at the water drenched in blood. It then cuts to the him slaughtering a mob with sword as they try to kill him. There are some sequences of wirework action as well where Devara jumps on top of a ship unarmed and fights the goons. The music video hints at crime and smuggling racket near the Red Sea which forms the narrative of the film. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news …

Jr NTR shoots for Koratala Siva’s Devara: Part 1 in Goa; video leaks online

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Koratala Siva’s Devara: Part 1, starring Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor in the lead roles, is currently in production. The film’s team is shooting in Goa, and a video from the sets taken by a fan from a distance was leaked online on X. (Also Read: Janhvi Kapoor looks pretty in her first look from Telugu debut Devara: Part 1) Jr NTR could be seen dressed in black as she shot at the beach Devara clip leaked A fan shared a video of Jr NTR taken outdoors in Goa on X, writing ‘all hail the tiger,’ referring to his moniker. In the video, the actor can be seen wading through the water and shooting for a scene for the film, while dressed in all-black. The video has been taken from a distance, with the fan zooming in to show the actor. While the leaked video doesn’t reveal anything much, it does confirm that most of the film will take place near the sea, as the promotional posters and glimpse have hinted. Hindustan Times – your …

Sarath Chandra wants Koratala Siva, Mahesh Babu punished for plagiarism

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Koratala Siva’s Srimanthudu, starring Mahesh Babu and Shruti Haasan, was released in 2015 but almost a decade later, the film remains in the news for the wrong reasons. Writer Sarath Chandra filed a copyright infringement case against Koratala, apart from producer Naveen and Mahesh, for allegedly copying his story for the film. Here’s an update on the case. (Also Read: Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor’s Devara to release in 2 parts, director Koratala Siva reveals) Writer Sarath Chandra accused Koratala Siva of plagiarising his story for Mahesh Babu, Shruti Haasan-starrer Srimanthudu Supreme Court turns down Koratala Novelist RD Wilson, known as Sarath Chandra, alleged that the film copied his 2012 story Chachenta Prema, published in Swathi magazine monthly. A case was filed in Nampally Criminal Court and City Civil Court in 2017. While the Telangana High Court rejected the cases against Naveen and Mahesh later on, it retained the case against Koratala. The director, currently helming Jr NTR’s Devara, approached the Supreme Court to strike down the case. But on Tuesday, the SC upheld the HC’s …