Uncertainty Around Ambitious Animated Telugu Film Vayuputra?
Given the current uncertain theatrical market conditions, Naga Vamsi is said to be cautious about taking such a big financial risk. As a result, the project has seemingly been paused for now.
Close on the heels of the success of Mahavatar Narasimha, producer Naga Vamsi had announced ‘Vayuputra’, an ambitious animated film to be directed by Chandoo Mondeti. However, the latest buzz suggests that the project has now been put on hold.
The film reportedly had an exciting script, and pre-production work had already begun. The makers were planning to mount the project on a grand scale, incorporating advanced technologies like animatronics and motion capture to bring the story to life with global standards.
But the financial side seems to have become a major hurdle. Sources indicate that the technology alone would cost around ₹32 crore. When additional expenses such as cast remunerations, music, and production are included, the total budget could exceed ₹45 crore.
While Sithara Entertainments enjoys a strong track record with Netflix—with several of their films performing well digitally—the OTT giant was reportedly willing to offer only ₹15–20 crore for the project. This created a significant gap, leaving the makers heavily dependent on theatrical revenue.
Given the current uncertain theatrical market conditions, Naga Vamsi is said to be cautious about taking such a big financial risk. As a result, the project has seemingly been paused for now.
That said, there is no official confirmation yet from either Naga Vamsi or Chandoo Mondeti about the film being shelved. For the moment, ‘Vayuputra’ remains in limbo, and clarity is expected in the coming days.
Interestingly, the film was envisioned as a devotional animated spectacle centered on Lord Hanuman, with Chandoo Mondeti keen on expressing his admiration for Hindu mythology after the success of films like Karthikeya 2 and Thandel.
