From Beaches to Stages: Vizag Emerges as Entertainment Destination

Visakhapatnam: The coastal city of Visakhapatnam is witnessing an unprecedented surge in entertainment events and film shoots. Its serene locations, a beautiful coast with beaches and recent infrastructure developments have made it an attractive location for event managers and filmmakers alike.

In the past month alone, the city has hosted half a dozen major events, including pre-release functions of prominent actors Ram Pothineni and Surya. Sunday witnessed two significant events. The Matka pre-release function on Beach Road drew large crowds and Jam Junxion musical night added to the city's growing reputation as an entertainment destination.

Beach road is the preferred venue. Musical concerts by renowned artists Karthik and Armaan Malik have drawn substantial crowds.

The port city has attracted major film productions too during 2024. Several top actors have chosen Visakhapatnam as their shooting location. Notable among them include superstar Rajinikanth, Ram Charan, Varun Tej, Anand Devarakonda, Shruti Haasan, Sandeep Kishan and Raj Tharun. All of them have filmed significant portions of their upcoming projects in the city.

Vizag’s entertainment calendar shows no signs of slowing. Upcoming months promise excitement. Music lovers can look forward to concerts by popular singers Sunitha and Ram Miriyala. The comedy scene is equally vibrant. There are several shows scheduled, including Tuesday Comedy Open Mic, Almost Maybe and Improv Comedy Jam.

Shreya, a private arts event manager, provided insights into the planning that goes into organising these events. "The planning cycle typically begins 9–10 months in advance. Ticket sales usually commence 2–3 months before the show date, followed by collaborations with digital marketing partners and influencers to ensure widespread publicity," she explained.

Shreya added: “Visakhapatnam is trending in the entertainment industry."