In a recent press meet, Sapthagiri shared insights about the film.
How did 'Pelli Kani Prasad' begin?
"I've done commercially successful films like Sapthagiri Express, Sapthagiri LLB, and Vajra Makuta Dara Govinda. I wanted to do a role with strong comedy potential, and that’s when Pelli Kani Prasad came my way. The script was so engaging that I immediately liked it.
Director Abhilash narrated the story in an extremely funny way. I knew right then that the film would work. We even discussed the script with director Maruthi, and he was impressed. We screened the first copy for him at his home theater, and he appreciated our work. His positive feedback gave us even more confidence to move forward."
Who chose the title?
"It was the director’s idea. Pelli Kani Prasad is an iconic character played by Venkatesh Garu. This title perfectly suits our story, and we have ensured that the weight of the title is maintained throughout the film. The entertainment will definitely work well with the audience."
How did SVC come on board for the release?
"We are grateful to Anil Anna and the team at SVC. Shirish Garu watched the film and appreciated our efforts. Having SVC release our film is a big moment for us. My career started with Dil Raju Garu’s banner as an assistant director and actor, so this is extra special. They only back films they truly believe in, so we are happy that they are supporting ours."
About the support from industry big names
"I sincerely thank Prabhas Garu, Venkatesh Garu, Dil Raju Garu, Shirish Garu, Maruthi Anna, and Anil Ravipudi Anna for their encouragement. Their support means a lot."
How was it working with director Abhilash?
"Abhilash is a director with a clear vision. When he first narrated the story, he already had 70% of the dialogues in place. Making a comedian laugh is no easy task, but I thoroughly enjoyed his narration. That humor has translated well on screen, and audiences will love it."
What’s the significance of the 'Shasanala Grandham' shown in the trailer?
"It's a fun concept! The book contains traditional marriage customs and rules about dowry, passed down for generations. In our story, the fatherson conflict revolves around these customs, making it an interesting and humorous element."
Tell us about the heroine’s character.
"The heroine’s role is equally significant. While my character is dominating, there’s a lot of humor that comes from her family side, making it a balanced and entertaining equation."
Does the film carry a message?
"No, this is purely a comedy film made for entertainment. The screenplay and situational comedy are spoton. It’s a fullfledged fun ride!"
How’s the response to prebookings?
"We opened paid premieres on the 20th, and 70% of the tickets were sold immediately. That was a great moment for us!"
How is the music?
"Shekar Chandra composed the music, and both the songs and background score are fantastic. Audiences will thoroughly enjoy them in theaters."
Are people calling you 'Junior Pelli Kani Prasad'?
"Some have already started calling me that! If the audience connects with the title, I’ll be very happy. Venkatesh Garu also saw some scenes and gave his blessings, saying the content is strong."
What are your upcoming projects?
"I have a few exciting scripts lined up. I’ll share more details after this release!"
Wishing you all the best!
"Thank you!"
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