The much awaited pan India project ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ is a crazy combination of mass maharaja Ravi Teja, director Vamsi and Abhishek Agarwal Arts. Presented by Tej Narayan Aggarwal and produced by Mayank Singhania, Nupur Sanon and Gayatri Bharadwaj are the heroines in this film. With gripping teaser, massive trailer and chartbuster songs, Tiger already creates huge buzz nationwide. Gayatri Bharadwaj, who played the heroine in the film, shared the features of ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ in a press conference in the background of the film’s grand release worldwide on October 20.
How did ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’ come into the project?
I won the Miss United Continents title in 2018. Later I signed a project. Delayed due to covid. Later I did two more web series along with Dindora. One day I got a call from Vamsi. Said about ‘Tiger Nageswara Rao’. About three hours of narration was given regarding my portion. Everything is explained in detail. Tears came to my eyes when I told about my role. There is also a very emotional portion. There are many ups and downs in the story. Anyway, I felt like doing this film. About sixty people auditioned for this role. Vamsi thought that I would be apt for this role. It was a pleasure to be a part of Ravi Teja’s project.
How did you prepare for your role in this?
My character’s name is Mani. Tom looks like a boy in the village character. My character is very raw, rustic and energetic. After going to the sets.. Director Vamsi said to watch one or two Hindi movies directed by Vishal Bharadwaj. After watching those movies, I got an understanding to what level I should take my character. This is a story that takes place in 70-80. I forgot about my experience in this. I just focused on the character. I have strong faith in director Vamsi in this matter. Ravi Teja is very helpful on the sets. Supported in many ways.
What are the differences between your role as Mani and your real life role?
Both are completely different characters. In real I am not tom boyish. I am also a bit reserved.
How was working with Ravi Teja?
Ravi Teja is the maharaja of mass. He is very hilarious and energetic on the sets. At the same time they are very supportive. Ravi Teja’s comic timing is amazing. I feel lucky to act with a biggest star like Ravi Teja. He is very down to earth. He calls me Bharadwaj. All his thoughts are very young and positive.
What challenges did you face in understanding Telugu?
Vamsi speaks good Hindi. I also have a Telugu coach. The emotion and meaning behind each dialogue is said in such a way that it makes perfect sense. I understand most of Telugu. Also, Vamsi said to focus more on emotion while acting. Also, everyone was very supportive on the sets. I overcame the language barrier easily with everyone’s support.
About your family background?
Ours is Delhi. My father is a pilot and my mother is a psychologist. I come from a family with no film background. But at home, they were encouraged in everything from childhood. I learned Bharatanatyam and classical singing. He supported everything related to the arts. I wanted to be famous in the fashion world since childhood.
Have you ever heard about the real story of Stuart Puram Nageswara Rao before this movie?
I don’t know until Vamsi says. After telling Vamsi, I realized how special his story is. No one talks much about thieves. But the whole country talks about Nageswara Rao. He committed thefts in many cities besides Delhi. It also has an episode of Indira Gandhi. You will know what it is when you watch the movie. The director researched for almost three years for this story.
What was it like working on Abhishek Agarwal Arts production?
Abhishek Agarwal is Daring Producer. This movie was made very heavily without any compromise. Also top class VFX work done. After Kashmir Files, Karthikeya 2, now Tiger Nageswara Rao is confident of another pan India hit film.
In one word about Tiger Nageswara Rao?
Tiger Nageswara Rao is unpredictable, strong, and dynamic. There are high energy and action sequences that no one expected. It has never seen action sequences.
How did the Telugu industry feel?
Telugu industry is amazing. Telugu audience loves and respects the movie so much. Art has a lot of importance and respect. I was very proud when Rajamouli’s RRR team won the Oscar. It is a pleasure to be a part of such a great industry.
Your favorite hero in Telugu?
Ram Charan. I enjoyed RRR movie a lot.
New projects in Telugu?
Doing a project. Makers will announce soon.
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