Hanu Raghavapudi pens note of gratitude as Dulquer Salmaan-starrer 'Sita Ramam' completes 4 years
Chennai, Aug 5
Hanu Raghavapudi, who directed the critically acclaimed romantic superhit film 'Sita Ramam', featuring actors Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur in the lead, on Wednesday penned a note of gratitude to the film's unit and to audiences on the occasion of the film completing four years.
Taking to his Instagram page, Hanu Raghavapudi wrote,"Four years. Forever in our hearts" and shared a hand written page of gratitude.
The letter he shared read, "Four Years of Sita Ramam... A letter that never stopped reaching hearts! Four years ago, we sent a letter into the world. Today, it still finds new hearts."
He further went on to add, "To my wonderful cast... Dulquer Salmaan garu, thank you for carrying Ram's kindness and dignity so beautifully. Mrunal Thakur ji, thank you for giving Sita a timeless soul. To Rashmika Mandanna garu, thank you for bringing Afreen to life with so much heart. To Sumanth garu, thank you for bringing strength, wisdom, and quiet emotion to Brigadier Vishnu Sharma."
The director next thanked his producers, without whose contribution and support the celebration wouldn't have been as memorable.
He wrote, "To my producers Swapna Dutt and Priyanka Dutt...Special thanks to Swapna, Without your contribution and unwavering support, this celebration wouldn't have been as memorable. Thank you for everything."
Hanu Raghavapudi then thanked his favourite music director Vishal Chandrasekhar, saying, "To my dear friend Vishal Chandrasekhar... Your melodies became memories." He went on to thank every person associated with the film saying, "To every department, every technician, every crew member who stood behind this film...This celebration belongs to you as much as it belongs to anyone."
He finally ended the note by thanking the audience. He wrote,"And to every audience member who still smiles, tears up, recommends, revisits, and celebrates Sita Ramam... You turned a film into an everlasting feeling. Your love is the greatest gift this journey could ever receive. With all my love, Hanu Raghavapudi."
— IANS
Reader Comments
Dulquer sir's performance as Ram was just outstanding. The film's emotional depth, the war sequences, the letter narrative - everything was so well executed. Honestly, South Indian cinema is setting new benchmarks for storytelling. Waiting for more films like this!
Such a beautiful note from Hanu sir. The way he acknowledged everyone - from the cast to the technicians to the audience - shows what a gracious filmmaker he is. Sita Ramam wasn't just a movie, it was an emotion that connected people across languages and borders. Truly timeless! 🌹
One of the most clean, beautiful and respectful love stories we've got in recent times. In an era of loud and flashy romance, Sita Ramam reminded us of the beauty of subtle emotions. Happy 4 years to this masterpiece!
I watched this with my Telugu friends in the US and was completely blown away. I love how Indian cinema, especially from the South, is telling such universal human stories. The music, the cinematography, the acting - everything was world class. Congratulations to the team on 4 successful years!
A gem of a film! But I wish Hanu sir would make more such films. He has a rare talent for combining grandeur with intimacy. Also, the way Mrunal Thakur portrayed Sita with such grace deserves all the praise. And that climax... still makes me emotional every single time. 🙏
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