Director Anil Ravipudi spoke to M9 News journalist Nishant after the Sankranthi success of Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu. The film has shown steady collections even on weekdays, keeping the team optimistic about its long-term box office performance.
Anil Ravipudi said the coming weekend will give clarity on whether the film can enter the 500 Crore Club. He stated that Chiranjeevi garu was presented exactly the way fans and family audiences expected. He described the film as a personal tribute to the Megastar.
The director explained the effort that went into Chiranjeevi’s looks and styling. He noted that the performance feels different from the actor’s other second-innings films. According to him, this shift was intentional and designed to offer a fresh yet familiar experience.
Anil Ravipudi also spoke about the songs medley sequence featuring Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh. He explained how the song choices were finalised and discussed the thinking behind the popular Drink dialogue that became a talking point after release.
During the interaction, questions were raised about the film’s second half. These included concerns around the Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh track, reduced comedy compared to Sankranthiki Vasthunnam, the villain arc, and limited emotional depth.
Responding to criticism, Anil Ravipudi addressed the Trollers. He said social media response has been relatively positive this time. However, he added that Trollers never stop and will definitely comeback after every release.
The full interview offers detailed insights into the making of the film and the director’s response to feedback. It gives viewers a clear picture of the creative choices and post-release reactions.
