Venkatesh Daggubati has labored in several genres through the years. Perhaps that is the key of his success and longevity. While the Covid-19 induced lockdown restrictions had been in place, he managed to complete capturing for 2 movies – Narappa and Drishyam 2, and apparently, each the initiatives are remakes. His Naarappa is the newest Telugu A-lister-led movie to launch instantly on the OTT platform. The movie starring Priyamani, Rao Ramesh, Nassar, Kartik Ratnam, Ammu Abhirami and Rajeev Kanakala will premiere on July 20 on Amazon Prime Video.
Venkatesh interacted with the media earlier than Narappa’s launch. Here are excerpts from the dialog:
Film exhibitors have been asking producers to keep away from the OTT route and await theaters to reopen. But, all of a sudden Narappa is popping out on an OTT platform?
Sometimes, we’ve got to take what comes our approach. We want to maneuver with the occasions as a substitute of asking ‘why’. As an actor, I’ve put my greatest effort in Narappa. Besides, it is not my calling. Whether this name is correct or flawed, solely time will inform.
Are a few of your followers upset with Narappa’s OTT launch?
People will likely be disenchanted now, however will recuperate with time. Some of my followers are completely satisfied, and a few aren’t. I wish to apologize to him with all my coronary heart. We will all come collectively to observe one other movie of mine within the theatre, however security comes first. Fans and nicely wishers have been very good to me all through my profession and I’ve returned their love.
Why did you flag off the remake of Asuran in Telugu?
I need to thank Vetri Maran, Dhanush and Thanu for Asuran. This is a basic. No such movie has come earlier than me. I favored it instantly, and my intestine advised me to remake it. Earlier, I’ve acted in remakes like Chanti, Sunderkanda and Guru prior to now, which stored entertaining the viewers.
Narappa is without doubt one of the most difficult characters I’ve performed. It absorbed me utterly. During the Madurai schedule, I used to be in a lodge room in the identical outfit for 50 days. I’m glad that the movie is shaping up nicely.
Since Narappa is a remake, comparability is inevitable.
Comparison is all the time within the case of remakes. However, in case of Narappa, the fabric is extraordinarily robust and we’ve got good actors. Even I’ve not acted in this type of movie in my profession. There are many the reason why I consider folks will respect this movie.
You have three movies one after the opposite in several genres. How laborious was it to change between motion pictures?
I’m fortunate that I acquired these movies. I’m utterly immersed within the challenge when I’m doing it however as soon as it is accomplished I can shortly shut it. Luckily, Narappa was accomplished in a single stretch. In Drishyam 2, Mohanlal was at his greatest so I’ve to do justice to its Telugu remake. F3 is my type of film and what to anticipate.
How was it working with Priyamani?
It was a beautiful expertise. He has accomplished a very good job within the movie.
How did the capturing go along with the Covid-19 protocol?
Unfortunately, all of us need to undergo this model of working in the course of the pandemic. Despite following strict covid protocols, the concern of virus an infection is all the time there.
Tell us concerning the motion half in Narappa.
It was very difficult to work on feelings day by day. I’m glad these scenes turned out nicely. The motion sequences had been very demanding and used to tire me out. After one shot was accomplished, I discovered it tough to stand up for the subsequent shot. It was a difficult job.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
