Karan Johar's Dharma Productions partners with Jr NTR for 'Devara'
What's the story
In exciting news, Dharma Productions, under the leadership of Karan Johar, has announced a new collaboration with South Indian superstar Jr NTR. The partnership is specifically for the North Indian distribution of the highly-anticipated film, Devara: Part 1, which also stars Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor. The announcement was made on social media by Dharma Productions, promising a "mass hurricane" cinematic experience set to hit cinemas on October 10.
Context
Why does this story matter?
This isn't new territory for Dharma Productions as they have previously distributed South Indian hits like SS Rajamouli's magnum opus Baahubali, Ghazi Attack, and Rajinikanth starrer 2.0 in the north. Meanwhile, the anticipation for Devara is high, especially since Jr NTR hasn't released any films since RRR, which created a buzz by winning Best Original Song at the 95th Academy Awards.
Statement
'A mass hurricane of grandeur entertainment'
Taking to Instagram, Johar posted a photo along with the caption, "A mass hurricane of grandeur entertainment is closer than ever before." "Honoured and extremely grateful to be a part of - Man of Masses Jr NTR's Devara. We are extremely thrilled and proud to announce our partnership for the north theatrical distribution rights for the next big cinematic experience in Indian cinema."
Twitter Post
Meanwhile, Dharma Productions posted this on X
Brace yourself for a mass hurricane!🌊
— Dharma Productions (@DharmaMovies) April 10, 2024
We are proud to announce our partnership for the north theatrical distribution rights for the next big cinematic experience in Indian cinema!🔥
Man of Masses Jr NTR’s #Devara - in cinemas 10th October, 2024. @tarak9999 #KoratalaSiva… pic.twitter.com/1v0q6gFmqG
Star cast
'Devara' to mark Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan's Telugu debut
Directed by Kortala Siva, Devara will mark Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan's debut in Telugu cinema. On Khan's birthday last year, the makers revealed the first look of the antagonist of the film, named Bhaira. He appeared menacingly dark in the poster. Meanwhile, Kapoor's look was disclosed last month on her 27th birthday. In the image, she is adorned in a stunning golden sari with a green border. To note, the film was initially scheduled for release on April 5.
Film Promise
Jr NTR promised a film to 'raise collars in pride'
Jr NTR has assured fans that Devara will be a film that will make them "raise collars in pride." He stated at an event, "Even if Devara is delayed by a few days, I guarantee you that it will be a film that will make all of you raise your collars in pride." The action-packed drama is set in a coastal village in Andhra Pradesh with music by Anirudh Ravichander.