Fans of Jr NTR, eagerly awaiting his upcoming pan-India film Devara Part 1, directed by Koratala Siva, have a new reason to be excited. The latest buzz surrounding the film involves the Devara’s Female Lead Marathi actress Shruti Marathe, who will be playing Jr NTR’s wife.
Devara’s Female Lead Shruti confirmed her role in an interview with the Star Media Marathi portal, putting an end to earlier speculation about her involvement in the project. With this confirmation, anticipation among Shruti’s fans has reached new heights as they eagerly anticipate her performance in this highly anticipated film.
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Scheduled for release on October 10, Devara has been making waves with its production progress. The team recently wrapped up shooting in Hyderabad and has now shifted to Goa for the next schedule. The Goa leg, which commenced on March 19, included filming a song sequence and was expected to span a week. Reports suggest that an elaborate set was constructed on a beach in Goa for filming a crucial fight scene.
Apart from Jr NTR and Devara’s Female Lead Shruti, the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Jahhvi Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Prakash Raj, and others. Janhvi Kapoor, in particular, is set to make her mark in South Indian cinema with her debut as one of the female leads in Devara.
According to reports by the Deccan Chronicle, Janhvi’s involvement in the project comes with a substantial increase in her fees, with the actress reportedly demanding Rs 10 crore for her role. Despite the financial negotiations, Janhvi faced a linguistic challenge as she had to speak Telugu for her character. Speaking about her struggle, Janhvi admitted to not being fluent in Telugu and expressed regret for not having learned the language earlier. However, she praised the Devara team for their patience and support, acknowledging their willingness to assist her with dialogue delivery whenever needed.
With the film’s release drawing closer, fans eagerly anticipate witnessing the stellar performances of the cast and the cinematic spectacle promised by Devara.