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She also penned a post, thanking audiences, her units and her family for the support they have been lending her.
She said, ” Ever since I started thinking what I wanted to be in life, how would I like to spend my days after education, what does job mean to me, universe conspired.
“Started filming for my first while I was studying in 2015 and that’s when my will to be an actor got stronger. A choice which changed my life and the way I see life.”
Expressing gratitude to all those who had stood by her in her film journey, the actress wrote, ” Thank you to all my directors and producers for casting me. My family for being my biggest cheerleaders. My co actors for the experience. My friends for pushing and keeping me on track. And specially to the audience who took time to watch my movies and write to me. You are the validation I looked out for. Here’s to learning and growing. Excited to see how life unfolds. Love.”
It may be recalled that actress Roshini, during the release of her critically acclaimed film ‘Vanangaan’ that had been directed by Bala earlier this year, had said she would always consider this film her lucky project..
Roshini had then said, “Many didn’t know me before I signed this project. But once I did, all that changed. I will always consider this a lucky project.”
Asked how she had become a part of Vanangaan, the actress had said,“I got an opportunity for the audition of ‘Vanangaan’ after the team came across my profile. I was asked to perform few scenes, and immediately was selected to play the role.”
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Chennai, Feb 22 (IANS) The unit of director Abhishek Nama’s eagerly awaited pan Indian film ‘Nagabandham’, featuring actors Virat Karn, Nabha Natesh and Iswarya Menon in the lead, is currently filming a grand song that has been choreographed by Ganesh Acharya, who is best known for his work in Pushpa 2.
Produced by Kishore Annapureddy under NIK Studios in association with Abhishek Pictures, shooting is currently taking place at Nanakramguda Ramanaidu Studios. Sources close to the unit say that a large set, for which no expense has been spared, has been erected for the purpose of shooting the song. The song is to be filmed on Virat Karn, Nabha Natesh, and Iswarya Menon.
Music director Abhe has composed a foottapping number. For the song which features energetic vocals by Kaala Bhairava, Anurag Kulkarni, and Mangli, with lyrics by Kasarla Shyam.
Master Ganesh Acharya’s dance movements are set to be a special attraction in the song, which promises mesmerizing dance sequences.
‘Nagabandham’, which is fast taking shape as an epic adventure, has the tagline “The Secret Treasure.”
Abhishek Nama has penned both the story and screenplay of this film, which has been produced by Kishore Annapureddy under NIK Studios. Lakshmi Aira and Devansh Nama are proudly presenting it.
Apart from Virat Karn, Nabha Natesh and Iswarya Menon, the film will also feature a number of actors including Jagapathi Babu, Rishabh Sahani, Jayaprakash, John Vijay, Murali Sharma, Anasuya, Sharanya, Eshwar Rao, John Kokkin, Ankit Koyya, Sonia Singh, Mathew Vargas, Jason Shah, B.S. Avinash, and Baby Kiara.
‘Nagabandham’ blends a narrative inspired by ancient mythologies with themes of spiritual adventure, drawing inspiration from the recently discovered hidden treasures at the Padmanabhaswamy and Puri Jagannath temples.
The film focuses on preserving these sacred sites while beautifully presenting the mysteries surrounding the Vishnu temples of India.
The film promises extraordinary production values and cutting-edge VFX, making it a high-octane adventure. Soundar Rajan S serves as the director of photography for this film, while Abhe is the music director. Kalyan Chakravarthy has penned the dialogues and R.C. Pranav has taken care of editing. ‘Nagabandham’ is set to release in 2025 simultaneously in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages at a pan-India level.
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Chennai, Mar 15 (IANS) Actor Adivi Sesh, who played the role of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan in the biopic ‘Major’, has on the occasion of Sandeep Unnikrishnan’s birth anniversary, penned a heartfelt tribute to him.
Taking to X to pay tribute to the late Major, who laid down his life fighting terrorists during the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Adivi Sesh wrote, “Your Life…Changed mine… …it Changed India. We remember you and honour you today on your birthday sir. Jai Hind #MajorSandeepUnnikrishnan”
It may be recalled that director Sashi Kiran Tikka’s film, ‘Major’, featuring Adivi Sesh in the lead, was based on the life of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan.
Apart from Adivi Sesh, the film also featured Prakash Raj, Revathi, Sobhita Dhulipala, Saiee Manjrekar, Murali Sharma and Anish Kuruvilla among others.
The film, which emerged a superhit, came in for much critical acclaim, garnering praise not just from the public but also from stars.
Among those who praised the film when it released were actors Vijay Deverakonda, Allu Arjun and Rana Daggubatti.
Vijay Deverakonda had praised the film, saying, “‘Major The Film’ — a film filled with passion, love & sincerity. A man to look upto. A man we can all learn from. A true Idol. Definitely watch this one to know about our hero. Congratulations to the entire team! And my warmest respect and love to the parents of Major Sandeep!”
Allu Arjun had tweeted, “Big congratulations to the entire team of ‘Major The Film’. A very heart touching film. Man of the show Adivi Sesh does his magic once again. Impactful support by Prakash Raj ji , Revathi , Saieem Manjrekar, Sobhita Dhulipala & all artistes. Mind blowing BSM by Sricharan Pakala.”
Actor Rana Daggubatti too had tweeted about the film, saying it had been “very well done.”
While Adivi Sesh was overwhelmed with the humbling words coming his way for his performance in ‘Major’, the most special words that came the star’s way were those from Major Sandeep’s parents who watched the film in Bangalore with Adivi.
In a touching gesture, the Major’s mother, Dhanalakshmi Unnikrishnan, wore the same saree she wore 23 years ago during her son’s pipping ceremony to the screening of the film on her son. She also wore the watch he gifted her for the screening.
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