Chiranjeevi gifted a Range Rover Sport to director Anil Ravipudi following the massive success of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, which grossed Rs 300 crore worldwide. The megastar also shared an emotional message thanking fans and the film’s team.
A retired Assistant Sub-Inspector died after collapsing during a movie screening at a theatre in Kukatpally on Monday. Doctors suspect a cardiac arrest. Police have launched an investigation, with the exact cause of death to be confirmed after medical examination.
Director Anil Ravipudi revealed that an emotional connection and genuine approach convinced Nayanthara to participate in promotions for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, which marks her third collaboration with Chiranjeevi and the first-ever on-screen pairing of Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh.
Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy has distanced himself from recent government orders approving movie ticket price hikes in Telangana, claiming they were issued without his knowledge or consent. His remarks come amid controversy over the approval of higher ticket rates for Chiranjeevi’s upcoming film ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu’.
The Telangana High Court has granted relief to producers of The Raja Saab and Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu in the matter of ticket price enhancement. A Division Bench clarified that a previous order restraining ticket price hikes applied only to certain big-budget films like Pushpa 2 and Game Changer.
The trailer of Anil Ravipudi’s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, has been released, promising a mix of action, comedy, and family drama. The film also features Venkatesh in a special role, marking his first collaboration with Chiranjeevi.
Megastar Chiranjeevi extended a heartfelt birthday greeting to Venkatesh, recalling moments from their upcoming film Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. The Anil Ravipudi directorial marks their first on-screen collaboration and is slated for Sankranti 2026 release.
The lyrical video of Sasirekha, a romantic track from Anil Ravipudi’s upcoming family entertainer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, was released on Sunday. Featuring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, the song blends soulful vocals by Bheems Ceciroleo and Madhu Priya with Bhanu Master’s choreography and exotic visuals.
Chiranjeevi expressed gratitude after meeting Kirti Chakra awardee Major Malla Ramgopal Naidu, calling it humbling that the brave officer is his fan. The actor is now filming Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, set for Sankranti 2026.
The unit of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, starring Megastar Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, will begin shooting a song sequence in Hyderabad from Monday. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film is slated for Sankranti 2026 release with music by Bheems Ceciroleo.
