Nandamuri Balakrishna’s next film with Devara director Koratala Siva announced
Director Koratala Siva has announced a new film with Nandamuri Balakrishna, the makers have confirmed. The move diverts attention from Siva’s upcoming directorial, Devara: Part 2, starring Balakrishna’s nephew Jr NTR.
Director Koratala Siva has announced his next film after 2024 Devara: Part 1In which Junior NTR is there. Siva’s new film will be directed by Nandamuri Balakrishna, who is Jr NTR’s uncle. This was announced through a poster on Friday.
This development comes even as speculation continues Devara: Part 2Which was earlier expected to be Shiva’s next project.
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Devara: Part 1The film starring Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor received lackluster reviews upon its release in 2024. The film reportedly grossed Rs 428 crore worldwide. While there has been no official confirmation on the status of the sequel, recent statements from Jr NTR and producer Sudhakar Mikkilineni have kept the project in the news while the focus shifts to Siva’s new film with Balakrishna.
Announcement
Production house Yuvasudha Arts announced the project with the line, “The stars align. A festival awaits. #NBKxKoratalaSiva #NBK112.”
The poster reads, “Power meets purpose. Mass becomes a moment. Shooting begins soon.”
This is how fans are reacting to the announcement:
A source close to the unit said Hindustan Times“The director has already locked the script, and regular shooting will begin soon.” Further details about the cast and crew have not been announced yet.
questions around Devara 2
Since the release of Devara: Part 1There have been reports that the sequel is being shelved. The first film ended with storylines that left many viewers hoping for a continuation, but the absence of an official update for over a year further fueled rumors about the future of the project.
However, Jr NTR had said after the release that the sequel would be made on a large scale.
Balakrishna’s line-up
Balakrishna is currently in a strong phase of his career. unbroken began their post-pandemic journey, and they also followed Bhagwant Kesari And Veera Simha Reddy. Her upcoming 111th film is being directed by Gopichand Malineni and stars Nayanthara in the lead role.
Meanwhile, Koratala Siva was earlier expected to be shifted Devara 2 After Jr NTR Dragon. However, with no immediate development on that front, he has now shifted focus to this project.