‘Singa’: Gopichand film gears up for next schedule in December

Gopichand's upcoming action entertainer 'Singa', directed by V Venkat, has completed 50 per cent of its shooting. The next schedule is set to begin in December, with elaborate sets planned for the film's ambitious action sequences and dramatic narrative

Hyderabad: The unit of director V Venkat’s eagerly awaited action entertainer ‘Singa’, featuring Telugu star T Gopichand in the lead, has wrapped up an extensive shooting schedule, completing 50 per cent of the film’s shooting.

Sources close to the unit said the team had successfully completed an extensive schedule for which elaborate sets resembling a forest environment were erected.

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They added that preparations were underway for the next phase, with even more expansive sets being constructed. The next schedule is slated to commence on a grand scale in December this year.

Sources close to the film’s unit said ‘Singa’ would be a high-profile action entertainer marking the directorial debut of leading action choreographer V Venkat. The film is being produced by Vijay Chilla and Shashi Devireddy under the 70mm Entertainments banner, which has earned a reputation for backing distinctive and impactful stories.

The film, sources said, would be a blend of action, emotion and drama and was being designed to showcase Gopichand in a powerful new role.

V Venkat, they added, had developed a gripping narrative packed with intense moments and strong emotional depth.

Malayalam actress Anarkali Nazar plays the leading lady in the film. ‘Singa’ will mark her Telugu cinema debut.

The project also boasts a formidable technical crew. Renowned cinematographer Shamdat ISC is handling the visuals, while Sam CS is composing the music. National Award-winning editor Sreekar Prasad has been entrusted with the editing. The film’s production design is being overseen by Rama Krishna-Monika, while sound design is being handled by Sachin Sudhakaran-Hariharan.

Sources said 70mm Entertainments was mounting the film on a lavish scale, aiming to ensure high production values and technical standards in an effort to deliver a grand cinematic experience.