The South Indian film industry is abuzz with rumors of a potential collaboration between star director Atlee and megastar Allu Arjun. Whispers of this exciting project have been swirling for weeks, and anticipation is reaching a fever pitch.
Sources claim that Allu Arjun was impressed with Atlee’s narrated storyline, and the scriptwriting process is underway.
An official announcement regarding the film is expected on Allu Arjun’s birthday, April 8th, if things progress as planned.
Atlee is known for fostering long-term collaborations with actors. He helmed a trilogy of films starring Vijay and has repeatedly worked with actress Nayanthara.
Sources suggest that composer Anirudh Ravichander, who recently collaborated with Atlee on Shah Rukh Khan’s “Jawan,” might return for this project.
Reports on social media hint at Samantha Ruth Prabhu being approached for the female lead role. This would mark her third collaboration with Atlee after “Theri” and “Mersal.” She also previously shared screen space with Allu Arjun in “S/o Satyamurthy” and performed a special song in his blockbuster “Pushpa: The Rise.”
Pooja Hegde’s potential involvement has also been a topic of discussion, but confirmation is awaited.
Filming is expected to commence in October 2024, following the release of Allu Arjun’s “Pushpa: The Rule” in August.
Despite offers from Bollywood after the success of “Jawan,” Atlee appears poised to join forces with Allu Arjun, a pan-Indian star.
The project is most likely to be bankrolled by Allu Aravind under his production banner.
With all these pieces in motion, the potential collaboration between Atlee and Allu Arjun has captivated audiences. While official confirmation is awaited, the coming weeks promise to be filled with anticipation for what could be a landmark project in South Indian cinema.