Devara: Part 1, which originally hit theatres on September 27, marks a significant milestone for Tollywood superstar Jr NTR, who appears in a dual role for the first time in six years. This action-packed thriller also features Bollywood’s Janhvi Kapoor in her Telugu film debut, alongside Saif Ali Khan in his maiden Tollywood antagonist role. Directed by Koratala Siva, the film boasts a stellar ensemble including Shruti Marathe, Prakash Raj, Srikanth, Shine Tom Chacko, Narain, Kalaiyarasan, and Murali Sharma.
Inspiration from Real Events
The storyline of Devara: Part 1 draws inspiration from the tragic Karamchedu massacre of 1985, highlighting the stark realities of caste-based violence and oppression.
From Announcement to Box Office Success
Originally announced as NTR30 in April 2021, the film was later titled Devara in May 2023. It made waves at the box office, grossing Rs 161 crore domestically within its first three days of release, with significant contributions from Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil audiences.
OTT Release Details
According to reports from the Economic Times, Devara: Part 1 is set to make its digital debut on OTT platforms approximately 50 days after its theatrical release. Netflix has secured the digital rights for the film, reportedly paying a whopping Rs 100 crore for the privilege.
Jr NTR’s Return and Future Projects
This film marks Jr NTR’s return to the solo lead after six years, following the success of his previous ventures like Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava and the blockbuster RRR alongside Ram Charan. Currently, he’s already started shooting for NTR31, directed by Prashanth Neel, promising yet another thrilling chapter in his career.