Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna Kick Off Shoot for Mega Period Drama VD14

Vijay Deverakonda has started shooting for his much-awaited film with director Rahul Sankrityan, opening an exciting new chapter in his career. The movie, tentatively titled #VD14, went on floors yesterday in Hyderabad. Fans eagerly await this project as Vijay looks for a strong comeback after his last outing Kingdom disappointed at the box office.

The project grabbed attention right from its announcement. The makers revealed it on May 9, 2024, to mark Vijay’s birthday, and they performed the pooja ceremony earlier this year. With cameras rolling today, the film has officially entered its shooting stage.

A Unique Period Backdrop

Rahul Sankrityan set the story of #VD14 in the 19th century during British colonial rule. The narrative runs between 1854 and 1878 and unfolds in the Rayalaseema region. Vijay Deverakonda takes on a rural character for the first time in his career, and the role demands raw intensity and powerful emotions. Rahul designed the movie as a gripping period action drama packed with emotion, action, and high-stakes conflict.

Rashmika Mandanna Joins as the Heroine

Rashmika Mandanna plays the female lead. This film marks her third collaboration with Vijay after Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade. Rashmika will join the shoot in the upcoming schedules. The pair’s proven chemistry raises expectations and adds to the buzz around the project.

Powerful Team and Big-Scale Production

Mythri Movie Makers and T-Series back the film on a massive scale. The crew adds global appeal and technical strength. Renowned French cinematographer Éric Gautier, known for The Motorcycle Diaries and Into the Wild, handles the visuals. Popular composers Ajay-Atul, who scored Sairat and Agneepath, create the music. Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo, famous as the villain in The Mummy, plays a key role in the story.

Crucial Film for Vijay and Rahul

Vijay Deverakonda views #VD14 as a decisive project to bounce back stronger. Rahul Sankrityan, who earlier delivered Taxiwaala and Shyam Singha Roy, aims to prove himself again with this larger-than-life drama. The team has started its first schedule in Hyderabad, and they will soon shift to Rayalaseema for extensive shoots.

With its period setting, star cast, and international crew, #VD14 already stands out as one of the most awaited Telugu films. The makers plan to release the movie in 2025, and expectations continue to soar.

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