Star Heroine Rejects Nithiin

In the film industry, It has become a safe bet game to remake hit movies. In Bollywood, the movie ‘Andhadun’ starring Ayushman Khurana alongside Radhika Apte as the lead pair became a super hit, while Tabu essaying a key role in this film. The changes in the life of blind hero unexpectedly get involved in a dispute, murder mystery as he becomes the witness.

Earlier this year, arrangements were underway to remake the hit Bollywood film ‘Andhadun’ in Telugu and Nithiin playing the lead role. Official announcement has been made with a formal Muhartam ceremony among special guests and celebrities for #Nithiin31. Merlapaka Gandhi who previously helmed Krishna Arjuna Yuddham is directing the film.

As per the close sources, it was revealed that Pooja Hegde, who is on the edge of a series of successes, has refused for the female lead role in the movie. Previously, Nabha Natesh was approached but things didn’t work out well. Now reports are on rife that the female lead role in the film is not so crucial and hence Pooja Hegde was rejected, while many say that she rejected because of her payment problem. On the other hand, makers are also planning to rope in Shilpa Shetty for Tabu’s role.

The untitled movie is bankrolled by N Sudhakar Reddy and Nikitha Reddy under Sreshth Movies banner while Tagore Madhu would present the film.