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News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Nagarjuna Akkineni's Kuberaa Was Edited By A 25-Year-Old Alumnus From His College
Last Updated: According to Nagarjuna Akkineni, he was content after learning that someone from his own college edited the teaser of Kuberaa. The teaser of Kuberaa created waves across the Internet soon after its release two weeks ago. Titled Trance of Kuberaa, the first glimpse of the film featured both the leading stars Nagarjuna Akkineni and Dhanush, with an impressive music score in the background. The highlight – It was cut by a 25-year-old Sushruth Chilakapati. That's not all. Nagarjuna has revealed that Sushruth is an alumnus of the Akkineni family's Annapurna College of Film and Media. During a media interaction, Nagarjuna shared, 'When I first watched the teaser, I was blown away. I remember asking, 'Who cut this? What a fantastic cut!' It had such finesse, such storytelling rhythm – it was difficult to pull off something like that, especially a teaser that builds entirely on a song and still conveys a whole story. I later found out that the person behind it was a young man named Sushruth, an alumnus of Annapurna College of Film & Media. I was genuinely thrilled!" Nagarjuna then asked his wife, Amala Akkineni, the Director of the institute, about Sushruth. The actor continued, 'I was so proud. We had met before, but I hadn't realised he'd go on to do something so impactful." Further in the conversation, Nagarjuna admitted that Sekhar Kammula did a brilliant job with the concept for the teaser. According to the actor, he was content after learning that someone from his own college edited the first cut which soon became a talking point after release. 'It was a full-circle moment for me as both an actor and the founder of the college," added Nagarjuna. Starring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna and Jim Sarbh, Kuberaa is all set for a theatrical release on June 20. Up next, Nagarjuna will also be seen playing a negative role in Rajinikanth starrer Coolie. The upcoming action entertainer, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, also features Upendra Rao in a key role. Aamir Khan is also expected to make a cameo in the much-awaited film. Among other actors in the film are Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir and Sathyaraj. The movie is slated to release on August 14, 2025. Reports also suggest that Nagarjuna will be seen in Rajinikanth's Jailer 2. However, an official confirmation is still awaited. First Published: June 18, 2025, 11:18 IST
Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Nagarjuna's 25-year-old college alumnus edited Kuberaa's teaser, shocked actor questions ‘Who cut this?'
Nagarjuna Akkineni and Dhanush starrer Kuberaa is slated to hit the big screens on June 20, 2025. Ahead of its release, the makers released a teaser and trailer with an interesting detail, leaving the superstar astounded. The teaser for the Sekhar Kammula directorial titled Trance of Kuberaa was edited by a 25-year-old Sushruth Chilakapati. What makes it even more special is that the student is an alumnus of the Akkineni family's Annapurna College of Film and Media. In reaction to the teaser, the veteran actor said, 'When I first watched the teaser, I was blown away. I remember asking, 'Who cut this? It had such finesse, it was difficult to pull off something like that, especially a teaser that builds entirely on a song and still conveys a whole story.' 'I later found out that the person behind it was a young man named Sushruth, an alumnus of Annapurna College of Film & Media. I was genuinely thrilled! I was so proud. We had met before, but I hadn't realised he'd go on to do something so impactful,' the actor added. Nagarjuna Akkineni admitted that it was brilliant of Sekhar Kammula to make a teaser with this concept. Moreover, the actor felt fulfilled knowing that someone from his own college edited it. A look at the Trance of Kuberaa teaser Talking about the film, Kuberaa is a social thriller film featuring a twisted tale of a beggar and a chartered accountant who delve into the world of money scam, swindling from a business tycoon. With the Shiva actor and Dhanush in leading roles, the film also boasts an ensemble cast of actors like Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh, Dilip Tahil, and more in key roles. Moving ahead, Nagarjuna is next set to appear in a key role for Rajinikanth starrer Coolie. The upcoming action entertainer directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj features the veteran star in a negative shade, with Upendra Rao also playing a pivotal part. With Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan in a cameo role, the film features Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Pooja Hegde in a dance number, and more. The much-awaited movie is slated to release on August 14, 2025.
Hans India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Trance of Kuberaa' teaser sets the tone for a high-stakes power drama
The second glimpse of Kuberaa, titled Trance of Kuberaa, has stormed the internet, plunging viewers into a morally complex world driven by greed, ambition, and unrelenting power. With National Award-winning actors Dhanush and Nagarjuna at the forefront, and Sekhar Kammula in the director's chair, this pan-Indian thriller is shaping up to be one of the most intense cinematic experiences of the year. The teaser showcases a hypnotic, gritty universe where each character is layered with ambition and secrets. Nagarjuna stands out with a powerful, emotionally rich performance, portraying a man of values yet wrapped in mystery. Dhanush, known for his raw intensity, commands attention throughout the video. Rashmika Mandanna and Jim Sarbh also make brief but impactful appearances, teasing their pivotal roles in the narrative. What sets Trance of Kuberaa apart is its unconventional approach to marketing — not just a teaser, but a stylised mood piece that immerses audiences in the film's dark universe. At the core of the teaser is Devi Sri Prasad's pulsating track 'Naadi Naadi Naadi Naade Yee Lokamantha', a stirring Telugu anthem voiced by Dhanush, Hemachandra, and others, perfectly echoing the film's themes. Produced by Suniel Narang and Puskur Ram Mohan Rao under Sri Venkateswara Cinemas LLP and Amigos Creations Pvt Ltd, Kuberaa is slated for a grand release in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. With conscience and chaos colliding, Kuberaa is poised to redefine the action-drama genre.
Hindustan Times
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kuberaa teaser: Dhanush and Nagarjuna promise an intense ride in Sekhar Kammula directorial. Watch
Kuberaa teaser: Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna and Nagarjuna's next finally has a teaser. Fans have been eagerly waiting for an update on the film ever since it was announced that the film will release in June. Now the makers have released a two minute-long teaser of the film on Sunday, titled 'Trance of Kuberaa.' Fans enthusiastically reacted to the teaser, with particular praise for the intense act of Dhanush. (Also read: Kuberaa first song Poyiraa Mama: Dhanush dances his heart out, lends his vocals to massy number. Watch) The teaser of Kuberaa was a two minute-long montage that gave viewers a dive into the dark and intense world of the film. Aided with Devi Sri Prasad's striking background score, the near wordless teaser saw Nagarjuna in the complex yet pivotal role of a man caught in the middle of a crisis. Dhanush impressed with his look, dressed in torn clothing and looking shabby. He seems to plot revenge against some wrongdoing, while Rashmika's character is seen as someone who longs for more from her middle-class life. Jim Sarbh also popped up in the teaser, looking promising as a successful businessman. Sharing the teaser on her Instagram account, Rashmika said, "Can't wait for you all to experience this journey we've poured so much love into! Welcome to the world of Kuberaa." Reacting to the teaser, a fan wrote: 'Dhanush in every frame omg (fire emoticon)." A second fan commented, 'Looks like another top performance loading from Dhanush!' A comment read, 'Dhanush seems to have fully surrendered himself to a visionary director who knows his true potential.' A comment read, ' The teaser really looks promising. Can't wait to see what's in store.' Earlier, the first song from the music album of the film titled Poyiraa Mama was released. Dhanush lends his voice to the Tamil and Telugu versions titled Poyivaa Nanba and Poyiraa Mama. The lyrical video showed Dhanush dancing his heart out. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Sekhar Kammula, the music for the film is composed by Devi Sri Prasad. The movie is set to hit theatres on June 20 later this year.
News18
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Trance Of Kuberaa: Nagarjuna, Dhanush, Rashmika Stun in Gritty, Intriguing Teaser
Last Updated: Directed by Sekhar Kammula, Kuberaa stars Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh. The video asset from the upcoming multi-starrer film 'Kuberaa' was unveiled on Sunday. The video teaser promises a solid soundscape composed by the National Award-winning music composer Devi Sri Prasad (DSP). The video, titled 'Trance of Kuberaa', hooks the viewers, sending them in a hypnotic descent into a world where ambition knows no limits, and power comes at a price. It also paints the morally grey universe of the film in broad strokes, the finer details waiting to be unraveled on the silver screen. The film marks the coming together of three National Award-winning artists, Dhanush, director Sekhar Kammula, and music composer Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) along with the Telugu superstar Nagarjuna. Speaking about the world of 'Kuberaa', director Sekhar Kammula shared, 'There's a voice within that whispers, even if you're alone and powerless, you must stand against the whole world. That's the spirit of 'Kuberaa'". Dhanush appears in a rugged look in the special video. At the heart of this teaser is DSP's track 'Meri Meri Meri Ye Duniya Saari', penned by Raqueeb Alam and sung by Hemachandra Vedala, with dynamic vocal layers from S.P. Abhishek, Shenbagaraj, Saisharan, Shridhar Ramesh, and Bharath K Rajesh. It perfectly mirrors the film's high-stakes, morally ambiguous world. The film also stars Rashmika Mandanna, and Jim Sarbh, hinting at their crucial roles in this intricate power play. With Dhanush delivering unfiltered intensity, Sekhar Kammula helming a story where ambition collides with conscience, and DSP setting a searing musical tone, this pan-Indian thriller is poised to redefine the action-drama genre. Produced by Suniel Narang and Puskur Ram Mohan Rao under the banners of Sri Venkateswara Cinemas LLP and Amigos Creations Pvt Ltd, 'Kuberaa' is mounted on an epic scale and will release in five languages, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. First Published:
