Saripodhaa Sanivaaram has pan-India appeal, says DVV Danayya

Leading Telugu producer DVV Danayya, whose last release ‘RRR’ rocked the world and bagged Oscar awards, is now confident about his upcoming film ‘Saripodhaa Sanivaaram’ featuring Nani and Priyanka Mohan. “We are extensively promoting and releasing our action film all over south and other places since it has enough potential’ says Dannayya who is also betting big on his other film ‘OG’ with superstar Pawan Kalyan and hails Pawan Kalyan as a dedicated actor in a chit chat with Deccan Chronicle.

Q: You seem to be going all out to promote and release your film with Nani in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and other centres in India? Are you so confident about ‘Saripodhaa Sanivaaram’.

A: Of course, we are confident since he would do well in other states since it has a universal story. We know that audiences in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Bangalore and other states patronize path-breaking movies and our film has enough potential. It is an action film with Nani donning a fiery role who takes on the might of evil doers with ease and fights for a social cause, so it has a big span and is meant for viewers world over. We are hopeful that it would strike a chord with non-Telugu viewers too.

Q: You are also making another Rs 200 crore film ‘OG”. Are you fascinated with lavish entertainers?

A: Honestly, I am a bit fascinated with larger-than-life movies. With new generation audiences also loving to watch grandeur in movies, it has served my purpose. I can’t disclose the figures of "OG" but I don't mind spending big sums if the script demands it. Actually, big Telugu star movies loaded with slam-bang action, richly-mounted songs and heroic acts have taken Telugu cinema to the world stage. It is time for Telugus to feel proud about our makers who have breached regional and language barriers to rock the world.

Q: How was it working with superstar Pawan Kalyan?

A: We intended to deliver a ‘never-before-seen’ action saga and the huge response for our glimpse has boosted our confidence. Director Sujeeth has designed a unique action adventure revolving around dreaded gangsters set in the 1980s. Working with Pawan Kalyan is always special because he is a dedicated actor who can slip into all kinds of roles. We have erected massive sets and shooting at various locales to get the periodic look right and just 40% of the shooting remains with plans to release next year.

Q: You have only worked with big stars like Mahesh Babu(Bharat Ane Nenu), Ram Charan (Vinaya Videya..)’ and Allu Arjun (Desamuduru)?

A: Working with superstars gives me a new high. I had a great time working with Mahesh Babu, Allu Arjun, Ram Charan and Jr NTR, who are all professional actors. They have to cater to their respective fan following, so finding the right script is the key. After an action-centric script, a capable director is needed to stitch up the right combination. If everything falls in place, it is going to shatter the box office, but one or two films failed to live up to high expectations. On the whole, it has been a wonderful journey. I also tasted success with the soft love story ‘Ninnu Kori’, so I like to strike a balance.