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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Director Sampath Nandi offers prayers at Kukke Subrahmanyam temple on birthday
Well known Telugu director chose to celebrate his birthday on Friday by offering prayers along with his family at the well known Kukke Subrahmanyam temple located in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Taking to his X timeline on Friday, the director posted a video of himself along with his family performing rituals at the temple. He wrote, " #kukkesubrahmanyamtemple #birthday #blessings" Meanwhile scores of fans, film celebrities and production houses wished the gifted director and producer a happy birthday on social media. Notable among those who greeted the director was the production house Sri Sathya Sai Arts, which is producing his upcoming film with actor titled 'Bhogi'. Sri Sathya Sai Arts, in its timeline on X, said, "To the charioteer steering the #SharwaSampathBloodFest with vision. Wishing our dynamic director @IamSampathNandi garu a blockbuster birthday. #Bhogi is going to be a celebration of his high-octane star @ImSharwanand @anupamahere." It may be recalled that Nandi, had, in the fag end of April this year, announced that Bhogi's shooting had officially begun. Taking to his timeline on X, director Sampath Nandi had then released a video clip titled 'First Spark' and had said," Every drop of blood has a reason. Every fest carries a purpose. And #SharwaSampathBloodFest has a BLOODY name etched into it - #BHOGI! #Sharwa38 First Spark out now. SHOOT STARTS TODAY." The first spark video clip gave one the impression that the film would be high on violence and action. In the video, there is a clip in which a hand is shown writing the phrase, 'A blood fest'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now There are also visuals of a machete being made. The video, apart from announcing the title of the film, also established the fact that the film's shooting had begun. The film features two heroines -- and Dimple Hayathi. Sources in the know say that while Anupama will play the film's leading lady, Dimple Hayathi will have a pivotal role to play in the film. Deepika Padukone offers prayers at Tirupati temple with family; Ranveer Singh missing in pictures Sharwanand is stepping into uncharted territory with his first-ever pan-India film, which was until now being referred to as #Sharwa38. He is teaming up with director Sampath Nandi, known for having delivered blockbusters before. The film is being produced by KK Radhamohan under the Sri Sathya Sai Arts banner and presented by Lakshmi Radhamohan. Set against the rugged backdrop of the North Telangana-Maharashtra border during the late 1960s, the film plunges viewers into a raw, violent world where power is everything and survival is soaked in blood. The story unfolds in a rural setting recreated with painstaking detail to reflect the texture and tone of that era - bringing to life a brutal time rarely depicted on Indian screens. In preparation for this intense role, Sharwanand has undergone a striking transformation. Bhogi has production design by Kiran Kumar Manne, powerful visuals by ace cinematographer Soundar Rajan S, and a riveting score by Bheems Ceciroleo. The makers have plans to release the film in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi languages.
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Sharwa, Sampath Nandi Unite for ‘Bhogi'
For the first time ever, charismatic star Sharwa and blockbuster maker Sampath Nandi come together for an ambitious pan-India spectacle — '#Sharwa38'. The film is produced by KK Radhamohan under the Sri Sathya Sai Arts banner and presented by Lakshmi Radhamohan. Set against the raw, volatile backdrop of the 1960s, 'Bhogi' promises a cinematic experience brimming with grit, grandeur, and gripping storytelling. The film's title was revealed through a powerful concept video, aptly named First Spark, igniting intrigue and anticipation. The video unveils the film's essence as director Sampath Nandi narrates a tale steeped in destiny, fire, and transformation. As Sharwa immerses himself in the narrative, he envisions a world forged in conflict and courage. A symbolic gesture — a sword exchanged — seals the pact. Thus, 'Bhogi' is born. A title that resonates with tradition yet heralds rebellion; a metaphorical festival where the old is set ablaze and something fierce rises from the ashes. Sharwa, transformed in both physique and spirit, steps into a role sculpted from steel and soul. Principal photography begins today on a grand scale with a colossal set constructed in Hyderabad, portions of which were showcased in the concept video. The production team dedicated six months to bringing this vision to life, transforming nearly 20 acres of land into a breathtaking backdrop. The film features Anupama Parameswaran and Dimple Hayathi as the leading ladies, both playing roles rich in substance and performance potential. With an expansive production canvas and a vintage setting rooted in the 1960s North Telangana–Maharashtra region, 'Bhogi' will boast top-tier technical excellence. Kiran Kumar Manne joins as the art director, while the cinematographer, music director, and editor will be announced shortly. Poised for a wide release in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi, 'Bhogi' is not just a film — it's a fiery celebration of spirit, strength, and storytelling. Would you like a condensed version for social media or a press release format as well?
