Venu Yeldandi Scouts Mysore for Yellamma Shoot, Reunites with Balagam DOP Acharya Venu

After delivering a powerful debut with Balagam, director Venu Yeldandi gears up for his next film, Yellamma. He has started scouting locations in Mysore, confirming that the pre-production phase is progressing actively. This upcoming period drama dives deep into Telangana culture, with Telugu star Nithiin leading the cast. Venu has teamed up again with Acharya Venu, the acclaimed cinematographer of Balagam, to bring the rural essence of Telangana to life on screen.

Yellamma Showcases Telangana’s Culture and Traditions

Yellamma tells an emotional, socially-driven story rooted in the customs, traditions, and deities of Telangana. The film explores strong themes through a narrative set in small-town Telangana, blending cultural depth with visual realism. Dil Raju produces the film, adding significant strength to its production.

The team initially aimed to begin shooting in early 2025. But unexpected delays shifted the timeline. Now, with location scouting underway in Mysore, the film is finally back on track and ready to start filming between May and June 2025.

Sai Pallavi Exits Yellamma Due to Schedule Clashes

The makers initially cast Sai Pallavi as the female lead. But as the shoot got delayed, she couldn’t adjust her dates and walked out of the project. Her role plays a major part in the film’s plot, so her exit delivered a serious setback. Now, the team is actively searching for a replacement, and sources reveal that they are considering leading South Indian actresses for the part.

Nithiin Believes Yellamma Will Be a Blockbuster

While still wrapping up his other film Thammudu, Nithiin has already begun promoting Yellamma. In recent interviews, he called it “one hell of a project”, confident it will become a box office winner. His excitement shows the strong belief he holds in Venu Yeldandi’s storytelling.

Acharya Venu Returns as DOP for Yellamma

Acharya Venu, who won widespread praise for his visuals in Balagam, returns to handle cinematography for Yellamma. Born in Rajaiah Pally, Warangal, he recently created history by becoming the first Indian cinematographer to win an award at the Shanghai Film Festival for a Garo-language film shot in Meghalaya. His journey, from drawing as a child to studying at JNTU Fine Arts College, shows his deep artistic roots. With him behind the camera, audiences can expect visually rich and emotionally moving storytelling.

With a talented team, a rooted story, and strong cultural relevance, Yellamma stands out as one of the most anticipated Telugu films. Fans are eager to see who steps in as the new female lead and how the filming progresses in the months ahead.

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