Akkineni Nageswara Rao shall remain always in the hearts of many, but one role which remains legendary is that of Tenali Ramakrishna. Even if he acted along with the iconic NTR as Sri Krishnadevaraya, ANR’s charismatic and clever performance stole the show, leaving the character as his very own. In fact, no other actor has been able to recreate the magic he brought to this role.
Now, it seems like Naga Chaitanya could be the one to carry forward this legacy!
During the success meet of Thandel, director Chandoo Mondeti made an exciting revelation about his next project—a historical drama. He shared that he is working on a fresh take on Tenali Ramakrishna, aiming to present the classic story in a way that resonates with today’s audience. In a lighthearted moment, he even playfully asked Sobhita Dhulipala to help Chaitanya improve his Telugu, adding fuel to the speculation.
While the film’s production details, including the banner and budget, are yet to be disclosed, the mere hint of this project has already created a buzz among fans. If it materializes, this film could be a milestone in Naga Chaitanya’s career, much like Annamayya, Sri Ramadasu, and Shirdi Sai were for his father, Nagarjuna.
Adding more weight to the speculation, Nagarjuna mentioned at the event that watching Chaitanya reminded him of his father, ANR. This emotional statement has further excited fans, increasing anticipation for the project.
Meanwhile, Thandel is inching closer to the prestigious ₹100 crore club, a milestone expected to be achieved in the coming days. While some fans were initially disappointed that the film skipped a Sankranti release and arrived in February instead, its overwhelming success has silenced any doubts.
With Devi Sri Prasad’s captivating music, Sai Pallavi’s stellar performance, and Naga Chaitanya delivering one of his finest acts, Thandel has already established itself as a super hit. Now, it’s just a matter of time before it officially enters blockbuster territory!