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。 After having produced music, soundtracks and songs for more than 100 films over 25 years in various languages, composer Devi Sri Prasad is set to debut as a lead actor. The National Award winner would soon headline a rustic drama reportedly titled Yellamma to be directed by Venu Yeldandi and produced by Dil Raju. According to sources, the makers are presently scouting for the leading lady, and they want to cast a top actress for the part. The project is one of the most-talked about after Venu’s directorial debut, Balagam, became a blockbuster.
Keerthy Suresh clarifies…
Yellamma is one of those projects that has been in the spotlight for months. Earlier, there were reports that actor Nithiin would play the lead actor in the film. Later, it was speculated that Nani would step in, but the buzz soon died down. And reports emerge that Devi Sri Prasad would debut as the lead actor. On the flip side, the leading lady in the film has also been a constant source of speculation. Rumour mongers had it saying that Keerthy Suresh is paired opposite Devi Sri Prasad. She was reportedly the first choice for the lead actress role. But while promoting her upcoming film, Revolver Rani, Keerthy clarified that she is not part of the village drama. The development has turned the spotlight back on the film’s leading lady. The makers are considering names like Sai Pallavi but a lot depends on her availability.
Venu’s directorial debut was a blockbuster
Venu Yeldandi played several roles as a comic and supporting actor – mostly hero’s sidekick. After a hiatus of many years, he took on the mantle of yielding the megaphone. His directorial debut, Balagam, was a runaway hit at the box office. The super success brought him back in the reckoning. His upcoming film, Yellamma is constantly hitting the buzz for casting choices.
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