Kiran Abbavaram calls 'Indraputra' emotionally and physically demanding
Mumbai, Aug 10
Actor Kiran Abbavaram, who predominantly works in Telugu cinema, has shared that his role in the upcoming film 'Indraputra' is both emotionally and physically demanding.
The title of the pan-Indian mythological action-fantasy was unveiled on Monday. The film is deeply rooted in Indian mythology and designed on a grand cinematic scale, and is touted as the first chapter of a larger-than-life mythological universe.
Talking about the film, Kiran Abbavaram shared, "Indraputra' is very different and unconventional from anything I have done before. The moment I heard the story, I realized it was a film that would stimulate me further as an actor and it very well aligns with my cinematic vision. The role requires both emotional depth and physical changes, and I am excited to bring this character to life. I am thankful to Zee Studios and Srikanth garu for believing in me. I can't wait to start this amazing journey".
Kiran Abbavaram leads the project in a never-seen-before, powerful avatar, while Srikanth Puppala brings to life, a grand vision that blends contemporary storytelling with India's rich, unmatched, mythological heritage.
Director Srikanth Puppala said, "'Indraputra' is a dream that has been close to my heart for a very long time. Our mythology is filled with timeless stories, and with this film, we aim to present one such epic on a scale that is both visually spectacular and emotionally relevant to the audiences across the country. Having Kiran Abbavaram lead this journey is truly exciting, as he brings sincerity, intensity, and conviction to the character. I thank Zee Studios for placing their faith in this vision, and I am really looking forward to taking Indraputra on floors this October".
The film blends mythology, fantasy and action, and promises a stunning cinematic experience while drawing inspiration from timeless legends.
Prerna Arora, producer, said, "Indraputra is the beginning of a world we have been passionately building. Inspired by the richness of Indian mythology, infused with a contemporary vision, the film marks the first chapter of a very expansive mythological universe. With Kiran Abbavaram leading the cast and Srikanth Puppala at the helm, we are delighted to bring this story to audiences and begin filming this October".
Produced by Zee Studios, Prerna Arora and co-produced by Keerthan, the film is currently in pre-production and will go on floors this October.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Kiran Abbavaram is an underrated talent. His dedication to physically transform for a role shows real commitment. As someone who grew up listening to stories from our epics, I'm genuinely excited to see this on the big screen. Just hope they don't mess up the mythological elements with unnecessary commercial compromises.
Zee Studios backing this gives me confidence. They've been producing quality content lately. A mythological action-fantasy from Telugu cinema with pan-Indian appeal - this could be a game changer if executed well. The October shoot means we might see it in theaters next year. Count me in! 🎬
Hopefully, they will do justice to our ancient stories. We have such rich mythology that Hollywood has been borrowing ideas from, and it's time Indian cinema invested in these narratives properly. Kiran is talented, but the director's vision will be the key here. Let's see what Srikanth Puppala brings to the table.
The concept of a "mythological universe" sounds interesting, but I hope they don't just follow the Western cinematic universe trend blindly. Our epics have their own soul. Would love to see a film that respects the source material while being visually spectacular. Also, nice to see fresh faces leading big projects!
As an Indian-American, I'm thrilled to see stories from our heritage getting a global production scale. This is how we take Indian cinema to the world - by telling our own stories authentically, not imitating others. Excited to see Kiran's transformation and the world-building they're promising.
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