Jr. NTR Showcases Muscular Back for Upcoming Film 'Dragon' with Prashanth Neel

Jr. NTR shared a gym photo showcasing his muscular back as he prepares for his upcoming film "Dragon," directed by Prashanth Neel. The film is described as an action saga set in 1969 near the borders of China, Bhutan, and India's Golden Triangle, also featuring actors Anil Kapoor and Biju Menon. The actor is simultaneously involved in other major projects, including the Hindi film "War 2" with Hrithik Roshan and the Telugu film "Devara: Part 1." The shoot schedule for "Dragon" is expected to begin soon, while production for the second part of "Devara" is also on the horizon.

Key Points: Jr. NTR's Muscular Prep for 'Dragon' with Prashanth Neel

  • Flaunts physique for 'Dragon'
  • Film features Anil Kapoor, Biju Menon
  • Action saga set in 1969 border region
  • Also prepping for 'War 2' and 'Devara: Part 2'
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Jr. NTR flaunts his muscular back as he preps for his next 'Dragon'

Jr. NTR flaunts his chiselled physique for 'Dragon'. The film also stars Anil Kapoor. Get details on his upcoming projects 'War 2' and 'Devara'.

"Built. Not bought. - Jr. NTR"

Mumbai, April 13

Superstar Jr. NTR has upped his ante for his next film, tentatively titled "Dragon," as he showcased his muscular back while prepping for the Prashanth Neel movie.

Jr. NTR took to Instagram, where he shared a picture of himself. In the image, the actor's back is towards the camera. He is shown flaunting his chiselled back and beefed up biceps as he posed for a picture at the gym.

For the caption, he simply wrote: "Built. Not bought. #NTRNeel @kumarmannava @ntrneelfilm."

The film reportedly also features Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor and Biju Menon. As per a synopsis, the film is an "action saga" with "emotionally charged incidents that take place over a periodic timeline people's lives were all connected. In 1969, in the area where the borders of China, Bhutan, and India's Golden Triangle meet."

As per reports, the next shoot schedule for Dragon is expected to begin soon. Other details about the film are still underwraps.

It was last year, when Jr. NTR made his debut in Hindi cinema with Ayan Mukerji's War 2, which also stars Hrithik Roshan. The film is a sequel to the 2019 film War. It also featured names such as Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor in key roles.

As per a synopsis, the film follows Kabir Dhaliwal, a former RAW agent, who, after going rogue, becomes a major threat to national security, and a special units officer, Vikram Chelapathi, is assigned to neutralise him.

Made on an estimated budget of Rs. 300-400 crore, it is one of the most expensive Indian films ever made.

In Telugu cinema, he was seen in "Devara: Part 1", which also stars Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Prakash Raj, Srikanth and Shine Tom Chacko.

The film follows Devara, chieftain of a coastal village, who feuds with his counterpart Bhaira over arms smuggling through the Red Sea. As per reports, the shoot for the second part of the duology will start soon.

- IANS

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Arjun K
Interesting setting near the India-China-Bhutan border. Hope the story does justice to the complex history of that region and isn't just a backdrop for action. NTR's commitment to the physical prep is commendable though.
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Sarah B
Wow, that's some serious transformation! It's amazing to see Indian actors putting in this level of work, matching global standards. The budget for War 2 is insane! Hope the story is as strong as the muscles.
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Rohit P
Man, he's managing Devara Part 2, War 2, and now Dragon? This is next-level stardom. Telugu cinema is truly leading the pan-India charge. But honestly, I just want Devara Part 1 to release soon! The wait is killing me.
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Karthik V
Respect for the hard work, but I hope the focus remains on good storytelling. Lately, many big-budget films feel like spectacle over substance. With Neel directing, I have faith, but the synopsis sounds a bit convoluted.
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Anjali F
The man is a machine! From a fantastic dancer to this ripped action hero. His versatility is his biggest strength. Also, Anil Kapoor in a Prashanth Neel film? That's casting I didn't know I needed! 🤩

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