Jr NTR and director Trivikram Srinivas are coming together for a project tentatively titled God of War. Fans are expecting an official announcement on May 20 to coincide with the actor’s birthday. The film is being mounted on an unprecedented scale and is expected to become the most expensive venture in Jr NTR’s career. Its budget is likely to surpass even that of Dragon. This massive investment is reportedly required for the film’s unique genre. Trivikram is said to be developing the project as a high-concept mythological drama backed by top-tier visual effects aimed at delivering an extraordinary cinematic experience.
Will it happen or not?
While the odds appear to favour an announcement video arriving on May 20, there is still a major question mark. Trivikram is currently working closely with his technical team on the announcement video and is reportedly keen on ensuring that the visuals and sound match his ambitious vision. The high-voltage promo will reportedly be released only if it meets his standards.
How the project changed hands
God of War has had a long and interesting development journey. The project was originally conceptualised for Allu Arjun. Director Trivikram and the actor had reportedly held extensive discussions about the script. However, the collaboration did not materialise after the Pushpa star moved ahead with Lokesh Kanagaraj’s project following Raaka. He is also expected to collaborate with Mollywood filmmaker Basil Joseph, effectively ruling out a Trivikram-Allu Arjun reunion for now. Eventually, the script made its way to Jr NTR. Both the actor and director reportedly felt this was the right time to reunite for a massive cinematic venture.
Dragon teaser on the anvil?
While God of War is likely to dominate headlines, May 20 may have more surprises in store for Jr NTR fans. A grand teaser for Prashanth Neel’s Dragon is also expected to be unveiled. The film forms a key part of Jr NTR’s ambitious pan-Indian lineup, and the teaser is expected to offer a glimpse into the gritty world envisioned by the director.
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