With his peers like Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna and Nagarjuna lining up one feature after the other, victory Venkatesh seems to be taking it slow. The actor has Sankranthiki Vasthunam, which marks him teaming up with Anil Ravipudi for the third time, slotted for Sankranti release. Then there is Rana Naidu season 2 as well. But what will be his immediate feature film? Sources tell us that he has evinced interest in writer Nandu Savirigana’s story.
The writer, who has a knack for humour, has worked on the dialogues of films like Samajavaragamana, Daaku Mahaaraj, Mass Jathara and #Sharwa37. He was also involved in the writing of Viswam. He has formed a formidable jodi with Ram Abbaraju, director of Samajavaragamana, and Bhanu Bhogavarapu, who is making his debut as a director with Mass Jathara.
A source close to the development tells us, “The discussions with Venky are ongoing. He is happy with the story. Right now, Nandu is working on the dialogue version. It’s a whacky love story with all the family elements that one associates with Venky’s films. Additionally, Nandu will be discussing a new point. The humour will be completely new-age, while Hyderabad will serve as the backdrop for the story.”
The source adds the project’s confirmation will be mostly made after the Sankranti festival. “Venky is a little wary when it comes to working with debutant directors but this time around, the chances of this project materializing are bright. If he is happy with the dialogue version, the project will go to floors early summer next year. Srinivasaa Chitturi of Srinivasaa Silver Screen is attached to produce,” the source concludes.
