Director Surender Reddy in a Dilemma ?
Ace filmmaker Surender Reddy is currently facing a tough decision regarding his next directorial venture. The director, known for his stylish filmmaking and precision-driven projects, is reportedly caught between two exciting options, a film with Power Star Pawan Kalyan and another with Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja.
The project with Pawan Kalyan was initially supposed to materialize under Ram Talluri’s SRT Entertainments banner. Plans were set in motion a few years ago, with Vakkantham Vamsi penning the story. However, due to several reasons, including Pawan Kalyan’s political engagements and other film commitments, the project didn’t take off. Meanwhile, Surender Reddy moved on to direct Agent, which unfortunately failed to make an impact at the box office.
After taking a brief hiatus, Surender Reddy is back in action, narrating scripts to leading stars. Recent reports suggest that while he is considering reviving the long-delayed Pawan Kalyan project, he is also in advanced discussions with Ravi Teja for a new film. This puts him in a professional dilemma, as both films hold significant importance.
For Ram Talluri, producing a film with Pawan Kalyan has been a long-cherished dream, and he has already paid an advance for the project. On the other hand, Surender Reddy shares a strong rapport with Ravi Teja, who has reportedly agreed to do a film based on their mutual respect and past collaborations.
Adding an interesting twist, sources indicate that Pawan Kalyan, now serving as the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, has shown interest in giving continuous dates for a film, provided the producer and director present a well-planned schedule. This renewed willingness has reignited hopes of the long-pending collaboration finally taking shape.
As things stand, all eyes are on Surender Reddy’s next move — whether he chooses to fulfill Ram Talluri’s dream by teaming up with Pawan Kalyan or moves ahead with Ravi Teja for a high-octane entertainer. Either way, the filmmaker’s decision is sure to create waves in Tollywood.