South Africa tour of India 2019
Sankranti Magic Intensifies as Anil Ravipudi and Chiranjeevi Team Up
Sankranti has long been considered a lucrative festival window for Telugu cinema, and director Anil Ravipudi has emerged as one of its most reliable success stories. Over the years, Ravipudi has consistently delivered crowd-pleasing entertainers during the festive season. Films like F2 went on to become massive blockbusters, while Sarileru Neekevvaru achieved non-BB industry hit status. His Sankranti release Sankranthiki Vastunnam further cemented his reputation by emerging as a regional industry hit, proving his strong understanding of festive family audiences.
Megastar Chiranjeevi, meanwhile, has also enjoyed an enviable Sankranti track record following his comeback. Khaidi No. 150 marked a sensational return to form, becoming a non-BB industry hit and reaffirming his box-office supremacy. More recently, Waltair Veerayya turned into a massive blockbuster, showcasing Chiranjeevi’s unmatched appeal among mass and family viewers during festival seasons.
With these two proven forces now joining hands, expectations have soared across the industry. Trade circles firmly believe that when a “block hero” collaborates with a “blockbuster director,” the excitement and commercial potential multiply significantly. This belief is reflected in the growing buzz surrounding their upcoming project Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu (MSG).
Sankranti releases thrive on family-friendly storytelling, repeat viewing value, humour, and festive emotion—areas where both Ravipudi and Chiranjeevi have consistently excelled. Exhibitors and fans are already optimistic, predicting a strong opening and sustained run. As the festive season approaches, all eyes are on whether this high-profile collaboration will once again turn Sankranti into a box-office celebration and set new benchmarks in Telugu cinema.
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