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Hit 2 Director's Emotional Tribute: How Adivi Sesh's Support Helped Him Through Tragedy

Director Sailesh Kolanu marked three years of his film 'Hit 2' with a heartfelt post on social media. He revealed he faced immense personal tragedy, losing his brother just before production started. Despite his grief and with his wife in advanced pregnancy, he found strength in his film's team. He gave special thanks to lead actor Adivi Sesh for his unwavering support during that challenging period.

Key Points: Sailesh Kolanu Thanks Adivi Sesh on Hit 2's 3-Year Anniversary

  • Kolanu lost his brother just ten days before the Hit 2 shoot began
  • His wife was in her ninth month of pregnancy during the filming
  • He found solace and energy working with his film crew on set
  • The birth of his son felt like his brother had returned to him
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'Hit 2' director Sailesh Kolanu tells Adivi Sesh: The kind of support you gave is something I will never forget in my life!

Director Sailesh Kolanu pens an emotional note, revealing personal tragedy during Hit 2's shoot and thanking Adivi Sesh for unforgettable support.

"The kind of support you gave is something I will never forget in my life. - Director Sailesh Kolanu"

Chennai, Dec 3

In an emotional post that he chose to write on the occasion of his superfilm 'Hit 2' completing three years, director Sailesh Kolanu has thanked his entire crew in general and his film's lead actor Adivi Sesh, in particular, saying he would never forget the kind of support Adivi Sesh gave him during the making of that film.

Taking to his X timeline to pen the post, director Sailesh Kolanu wrote, "Can’t believe it’s been three years! #HIT2 taught me so much. Ten days before the start of the shoot, I lost my brother."

He then went on to recall that his wife Swathi was also in an advanced state of pregnancy at that time.

He wrote, "Swathi was in her ninth month of pregnancy carrying Abhay and there was no way I was gonna give her my grieving energy. The only thing that kept me going was being on my set, with my team. Can’t thank them enough for giving me the energy to keep going."

The director further went on to say, "A month into the shoot, my boy was born. Felt like my brother came back to me. Was shooting then and I vividly remember every team member on HIT2 set genuinely feeling happy for me. Indebted to each and every member of the Hit2 team."

He then thanked actor Adivi Sesh, who played the lead in the film, and actor Nani, who presented the film.

Sailesh Kolanu wrote, "@AdiviSesh the kind of support you gave is something I will never forget in my life. @Meenakshiioffl thanks for being my Arya. @NameisNani bro meeku enni sarlu thanks cheppina thakkuve Sarkaar (No matter how many times I thank you, it will not be enough Sarkaar). @walpostercinema thanks for always believing in me."

For the unaware, the second instalment of the superhit franchise 'Hit', was written and directed by Dr Sailesh Kolanu. The film was produced by Prashanti Tipirneni and presented by actor Nani.

- IANS

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Aman W
Adivi Sesh seems like such a solid, supportive co-star. This is why Telugu cinema is producing such quality content - the behind-the-scenes camaraderie. More power to Sailesh Kolanu garu. Can't wait for HIT 3!
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Rohit P
"Felt like my brother came back to me." That line hit hard. As someone who lost a sibling, I understand that feeling completely. Art born from personal pain often resonates the most. Salute to his strength.
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Sarah B
While the sentiment is beautiful, I do wish more directors would share credit with the entire crew—the cinematographers, editors, spot boys—and not just the lead actors and presenters. They are the real backbone.
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Karthik V
Nani's support for good content is well-known. "Sarkaar" indeed! This franchise proves that Indian audiences are ready for smart, gritty thrillers. Hope the third part maintains the same standard. 🤞
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Meera T
Emotional read. It shows how life and art are intertwined. To channel grief into creating something like HIT 2... wow. Also, Swathi must be a rock of support. Behind every successful person is a strong family.

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