Jr NTR is one of the biggest names in the Telugu film industry. He enjoys a strong fan following because of his striking screen presence and intense performances. It was recently rumoured that he would be seen in the eagerly-awaited ‘Kantara Chapter 1’, starring and directed by Rishab Shetty. This created a great deal of buzz among fans. Tarak has now addressed this speculation.
Jr NTR is said to be in talks with Rishab Shetty to essay a key role in Kantara Chapter 1. This buzz intensified when the stars recently met in Udupi and posed for a photo together. The RRR has now addressed the speculation. According to Gulte, he told the media that he would be more than happy to be part of the biggie if Rishab wants.
‘Kantara Chapter 1’, a prequel to Kantara (2022), is an actioner that features Rishab Shetty in a new avatar. It’s touted to be bigger than better than the first film. Rishab has learnt Kalaripayattu to go justice to his role in the film. The film is slated to open in theatres in 2025.
Tarak, meanwhile was last seen in ‘RRR’, which emerged as a blockbuster. It was directed by SS Rajamouli and featured Ram Charan as the parallel lead. Jr NTR is going through a busy phase in his career. His upcoming project is the action drama Devara, directed by Koratala Siva. It features him in a raw and intense avatar. The movie stars Janhvi Kapoor in her South Indian film debut and Saif Ali Khan, who left an impact on the Telugu audience with ‘Adipurush’, as the antagonist.
‘Devara’ is produced by Yuvasudha Arts and NTR Arts, and will be presented by Nandamuri Kalyan Ram. It is scheduled for release on September 27. Additionally, Jr NTR is working on ‘War 2’ alongside Hrithik Roshan and has a project with Prashanth Neel of KGF fame in the kitty.
