Thammullu, Irumudi Thega Nacchesthundi: Ravi Teja

Irumudi is shaping up as a film that blends family emotions, suspense and intense drama while presenting Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja in a completely different light. The film’s pre-release event was held today in a grand manner.
 
Director Shiva Nirvana revealed that the idea for Irumudi began with a father-daughter relationship rather than an Ayyappa backdrop. “This story started with a father who gives his daughter complete freedom and tells her to share anything that happens with him. When I began exploring the problems faced by girls through his daughter’s world, I started thinking about how he could control his anger and emotions. That was when I got the idea of him wearing the mala. That was the seed of the story.”
 
The filmmaker also cautioned audiences against expecting a light-hearted entertainer. “There have been many thrillers in Telugu cinema, but we believe this is the first time an intense family drama has been presented with thriller elements in this way. It is not a light-hearted film. It is extremely intense. The final 40 minutes will completely immerse you in a human drama. I would call it one of the most intense and serious family dramas in Telugu cinema.”
 
Shiva is particularly proud of his presentation of Ravi Teja. “I initially thought that I might make a mass entertainer with Ravi Teja. But today, I feel extremely proud that I have shown him in this manner. He even removed his shirt for the mala scenes. Audiences will watch the film again for Ravi Teja and his performance.”
 
The much-awaited Mallepoola Pallaki song is also expected to become an important theatrical moment. “We wanted an Ayyappa song in which the hero could sing with tremendous energy in the right situation. Everyone suggested Mallepoola Pallaki. We initially used it as a small lead, but the song later became a major topic of discussion on social media. We invited the original singer Dappu Srinu to sing it because we wanted to retain the original flavour. In the film, audiences will see Mallepoola Pallaki at the right moment, with the right energy and a powerful sequence featuring around 100 swamis.”
 
Ravi Teja expressed confidence that Irumudi will provide audiences with a powerful emotional experience. “All our technicians have taken complete ownership of the film. Production designer Sahi Suresh, editor Prawin Pudi, music director GV Prakash and everyone else have done a wonderful job.”
 
Ravi Teja also highlighted the importance of the supporting characters. “Every character has importance. Swasika frightens with her performance. Some characters will remain with audiences. Ramesh Indra’s character is wonderful. The audiences will see a different Sai Kumar in the movie. Mark my words, Nakshatra is going to become a big heroine. She has a very bright future. The scenes between us are going to be hard-hitting. Priya looks apt in the role of Kaveri in the film. She has performed very well, especially in two scenes where she is superb.”
 
The star also made a special promise to his fans: “Thammullu, idi maatram balla guddi cheppagalanu, mee andariki thega nacchesthundi. (Brothers, I can confidently say this- the film is going to be loved by all of you.) You are going to experience a good film in theatres and see a different Ravi Teja. I will speak about director Shiva at the success meet.”
 
The event was also graced by successful directors Bobby, Buchi Babu Sana, Rahul Sankrithyan and Sai Rajesh.