19 July 2026
Hyderabad

The celebrations for Committee Kurrollu reached another emotional milestone as the entire cast, crew and makers came together to celebrate the film's historic achievement of winning two prestigious National Film Awards. Hosted by Pink Elephant Pictures in association with Radha Damodar Studios, the event turned into an evening of gratitude, memories and heartfelt reflections as every member of the team looked back on the extraordinary journey that transformed a film made with newcomers into one of the country's most celebrated films.

Directed by Yadhu Vamsee and produced by Niharika Konidela under Pink Elephant Pictures in association with Radha Damodar Studios, Committee Kurrollu has continued its remarkable journey long after its theatrical release. Following widespread appreciation from audiences, critical acclaim, honours at various award platforms, and recognition at prestigious film festivals, the film has now added two National Film Awards to its growing legacy, further cementing its place as one of Telugu cinema's most celebrated recent successes.

Present at the celebrations were producer Niharika Konidela, director Yadhu Vamsee, producer Phani Adapaka, Manyam Ramesh, the film's writers, technicians, cast members and media representatives. Almost every member of the team took to the stage to share personal memories, express gratitude and reflect on how Committee Kurrollu changed their lives and careers forever.

Beginning the evening, producer Phani Adapaka expressed his happiness over witnessing the film reach the highest level of recognition and credited every individual who contributed to its success.

Producer Phani Adapaka of Radha Damodar Studios:

"Since yesterday evening, when we all watched the announcement live, my happiness and excitement have only been increasing. This is the first time in my life that I've experienced something like this, and I don't think it will happen again. I am truly very happy. There isn't a single person to thank individually. Whenever success comes, it belongs to everyone who is part of it. Every technician, every artist—everyone's contribution culminated in this achievement. Committee Kurrollu is an example of what can be achieved by making an authentic film. I thank everyone with gratitude for being a part of this project. A special thanks to Niharika for accepting me as a part of this project and taking this journey with me. Thank you very much. At Radha Damodar Studios, we came into this believing that the story is the hero. When the story is strong, the film speaks for itself. Yadhu Vamsee's writing, and the way he crafted the emotions with perfect balance, is beautiful. That is my favourite genre, brother. You nurtured this story for five years and presented it as a beautiful fruit exclusively for me and Niharika garu. Thank you so much. Finally, thanks to the print and electronic media, who have been an incredible support from the very beginning. Thank you."

Reflecting on how Committee Kurrollu became their first step into cinema, writers Kondal Rao and Subhash spoke about the faith that brought them into the project and the gratitude they continue to carry.

Writer Kondal Rao:

"Heartfelt congratulations to my entire team. Five years ago, I didn't even have the intention of entering the film industry. Vamsee anna called me and spoke about this film. At that time, I had written just one book of poetry. Looking at my work, he brought me into this project. Winning a National Award for my very first film is a huge achievement, and I am very proud of it. I wasn't with the team yesterday when the announcement was made. I was watching the celebration videos, and I was in tears. I don't know how long I will be here, but I will always be thankful to Niharika garu, Vamsee anna, and Phani garu."

Writer Subhash:

"I feel this is a gratitude meet. I never had any intention of getting into films. I had only written a few game stories. Then I met Vamsee anna, and we started talking. That's how this journey began. Within no time, we wrote the story and made the film. Every day of that process was exciting. We approached many production houses, but Niharika garu and Phani anna were the ones who believed in his conviction. I want to express my gratitude to both of them. I also want to thank all our technicians, our music director, our DOP, and the actors, who all did a wonderful job. Finally, I would like to thank the media for helping us reach everyone."

Music director Anudeep Dev, whose soundtrack became one of the film's emotional pillars, entertained everyone by singing a song from the film before sharing his thoughts on the journey.

Music Director Anudeep Dev:

"(Anudeep Dev sang a song from the film before speaking.) Over the last two years, this happiness has only kept growing. Even now, I still feel the excitement of the film's release. The film continues to travel everywhere for awards. I sincerely hope it doesn't stop here and continues to grow across international platforms as well. Committee Kurrollu has become the visiting card through which I am getting new opportunities. I am truly happy and grateful to Niharika garu and Phani garu for trusting me."

Continuing the celebrations, cinematographer Raj Edrolu reflected on the unexpected journey that eventually led him to become a part of Committee Kurrollu and the pride of receiving a National Award with his debut feature as a cinematographer.

DOP Raj Edrolu:

"Hello, everyone. This is an honour and a moment of great pride for me. Winning a National Award for my debut film is something I never imagined would happen in my life. Four or five years ago, Vamsee came to my house and narrated the film to me. After that, I moved on to work on my web series, and he continued with his journey. Then, after a long gap, I was at Pink Elephant Productions and was surprised to see him there as well, still carrying the same script. We spoke again, and I'm glad to have become a part of his manifestation. I would also like to thank my producers for giving me this opportunity."

Actress Rishika shared how the National Award has transformed not just the film's journey but also the way people around her perceive her.

Actress Rishika:

"I've been congratulating everyone until now, and today, everyone is congratulating me. I was manifesting success for Committee Kurrollu, but I never expected this. The wishes and congratulations are still pouring in. With this achievement, the perspective of my friends and family has completely changed. Thank you so much, Vamsee sir, Lady Boss Niharika garu, and the audience for celebrating this film. I believe this celebration will continue for the next ten years as well."

Still overwhelmed by the announcement, actress Tejaswini recalled how the team's long-standing dream of winning a National Award had finally come true.

Actress Tejaswini:

"I still can't believe what happened. I was checking every group and social media platform for updates about the National Award for the film. Our group was named 'Target – National Awards,' and we achieved it. I never knew manifestation could work on that scale. I am so happy and proud of this achievement. This is one of the most wonderful moments of my life. Thank you, everyone, for this opportunity, and congratulations to the entire team. Thank you."

Actor Sandeep Saroj emotionally spoke about how the film gave him an identity that he will cherish forever.

Actor Sandeep Saroj:

"Hello, everyone. First of all, congratulations to everyone. I am very happy that our film has reached this height. Thank you, Vamsee anna and Phani sir, for choosing me to play the character of Shiva. And Niharika garu, thank you so much. I've told you this many times, and I'll keep saying it again and again. This film gave me an identity and the strength of knowing that I have such a big family. I am so happy that I don't even mind changing my name to Shiva."

For actor Shyam Kalyan, Committee Kurrollu became the answer to everyone who once doubted his dreams.

Actor Shyam Kalyan:

"Vamsee anna, I came from Bheemavaram to become an actor. Everyone told me it wasn't possible, and Committee Kurrollu is my answer to all of them. From now on, people ask me, 'What's next?' They no longer say, 'You can't do it.' That alone is enough for me. Thank you so much, madam. I only wanted to see myself on the big screen, but I got this film. I am thankful to God for it. I can't ask for anything more."

The emotional celebrations continued as more members of the cast took the stage to reflect on how Committee Kurrollu had transformed their lives and careers.

Calling the film an answer for every aspiring actor who arrives in the industry with hope, Trinadh Varma spoke about the opportunities it created for an entire generation of newcomers.

Actor Trinadh Varma:

"Congratulations to my entire Committee Kurrollu family, and congratulations to Ravi anna as well for winning the Best Makeup Award. For everyone who comes here with the hope of making it, Committee Kurrollu is the answer. This film has helped shape the careers of 11 boys and 4 girls, and it all happened through Pink Elephant and Niharika garu. This is a happiness that cannot be expressed in words. If Committee Kurrollu is the action, the National Award is its reaction. Thank you."

Recalling how the film helped him through one of the lowest phases of his life, Akshay Srinivas expressed gratitude to the entire team.

Actor Akshay Srinivas:

"Congratulations to my entire team, and thank you to the audience. We have won SIIMA, GAMA, Gaddar, Filmfare, and now the National Awards. I can't even remember some of the other awards we've received. I was at a low point in my life, and these victories brought me out of it. I sincerely thank my producer and Vamsee anna for that. And for the talent that Ravi anna possesses, I believe the National Award is a very small recognition. I hope you continue to reach even greater heights. Thank you."

Bringing laughter to the event with his trademark energy, Shiva Kumar Matta reflected on his inspiring journey from being a set boy to standing on a National Award-winning stage.

Actor Shiva Kumar Matta:

"Kinda Meeda Oppu... Committee Kurrollu Thopu! Congratulations to my entire team, and I thank the Central Government for honouring us with this award. From being a set boy to standing here today, I have come a long way. Being here today has been possible only because of Niharika garu. There was a time when I didn't even have enough food to eat, and today I am able to eat whatever I want, thanks to Vamsee anna. I am grateful to both of you for my entire life. I will even name my children after the two of you. Thank you so much."

Looking back at the day the team first entered the Pink Elephant office together, Manikanta Parasu shared how every milestone after the film has felt like another dream fulfilled.

Actor Manikanta Parasu:

"Hi, everyone. I still remember the day Vamsee anna took all of us to the Pink Elephant office. It truly felt like a school for us. After the film, I expressed my desire to become a director, and Manyam Ramesh sir gave me an opportunity by appointing me to the direction team of his project. While I was on that journey, I received a call from Pink Elephant about our IFFI recognition. Then came another call about the Gaddar Awards. With every new honour, we kept coming back together to celebrate. Thank you, Niharika garu and Vamsee anna, for giving me this opportunity. From now on, I can proudly say that I am an actor from the National Award-winning Committee Kurrollu. Thank you."

Actor Prasad Behara credited the film's success to Yadhu Vamsee's conviction and the unwavering support of Pink Elephant Pictures.

Actor Prasad Behara:

"Congratulations to the entire team on winning the National Awards. Yadhu Vamsee worked extremely hard and met many people during this journey, but it was Pink Elephant that stood by him. Vamsee is a wonderful director. He knows how to bring out the best in actors in front of the camera, regardless of where they come from or what their background is. I am also happy that all the actors are immensely talented and hardworking. Because of Committee Kurrollu, I have gone on to act in around 16 films. Thank you, Vamsee, Niharika garu, and Manyam Ramesh garu."

Actor Raghuvaran described Committee Kurrollu not merely as a film, but as a life-changing journey that continues to earn love even today.

Actor Raghuvaran:

"Good evening, everyone. I would like to thank the audience for loving this film so much, and the media for taking it to the audience. It feels like there is no stopping this film. For me, this is not just a film—it is a journey. Thank you so much, Vamsee, Niharika garu, and everyone who supported us throughout this journey. There were many people who discouraged me before, and today, those very same people have called to congratulate me after the National Awards. Thank you."

As the celebrations progressed, more members of the Committee Kurrollu family reflected on how the film had become the foundation for their personal and professional journeys.

Actor Eshwar Rachiraju spoke about coming from a middle-class family in Eluru and how the film changed the course of his life.

Actor Eshwar Rachiraju:

"Hello, everyone. I am from Eluru, from a middle-class family that would save money just to watch films. For someone like me, coming to Hyderabad itself was a big step. Then I started giving auditions, got selected for Committee Kurrollu, and all of us worked extremely hard on this film. Since then, we have been receiving one award after another. It has been almost two years since the film was released, and for someone like me, all of this is truly huge. From now on, every project I take up and every film I make will be because of the foundation that Committee Kurrollu has given me. It all feels like a dream. Thank you all."

Actor Kancharapalem Kishore looked back on how Yadhu Vamsee approached him with the role and gave him another opportunity to prove himself as an actor.

Actor Kancharapalem Kishore:

"After Kancharapalem, I was at a low point. One day, a young man came to me and said that he saw a particular character in me and that we would make a National Award-winning film. That was Vamsee. We met, and then we made Committee Kurrollu. He gave me a character through which I could prove myself once again. Love you, macha, Vamsee. Niharika garu was also very supportive. Whenever there was an important character, she would call me, and out of the respect I have for her, I would agree to do it. Every role has been a great one. Anudeep, you did a fantastic job. And Vamsee, there was one scene where he performed it himself and showed me exactly how to do it. I was shocked—I couldn't tell whether he was an actor or a director. It gave me goosebumps. I even lost weight for this role. Everywhere I go, people talk about Vamsee. They say he introduced so many wonderful actors through this film. He is destined to reach even greater heights. Thank you."

Lyricist Nagarjuna recalled how Vamsee gave him his first opportunity in cinema and how the team's belief ultimately led to the National Awards.

Lyricist Nagarjuna:

"Hello, everyone, and welcome to the media. When you come to Hyderabad, the first question everyone faces is, 'Where do I start?' For me, Vamsee anna was that starting point. We met, he narrated the story, and we believed that we were going to create something special. He heard what I had written, called me, shared the tune, and asked me to write the lyrics. He is the one who made me a lyricist. While I was working on this film, many people asked me why I was working with newcomers who had no identity. Today, we are standing here with National Awards. I am grateful to Vamsee anna, Niharika garu, and Phani anna, who have been a solid support throughout this journey. Anudeep is like my second brother. I am very happy about this. Thank you all."

Manyam Ramesh spoke about the special bond that continues to exist within the Committee Kurrollu team even years after the film's completion.

Manyam Ramesh:

"Hello, everyone. This film began its journey three years ago, and even today, neither the film nor Vamsee has left us. He went away for a year to make another film, but eventually came back to us again. Vamsee strongly believes in the story and the producer. He never compromises until he gets exactly what he wants. He has excellent communication and management skills. That's why we firmly believe he will make films as great as Committee Kurrollu. We are happy that we have started his next film under our production house as well. The team has also never behaved formally with us. I often find them having lunch at our office. When I ask why they're here, they simply say they happened to be in the area for some work and dropped in for lunch. We genuinely feel as though our own relatives have come home. Every film's WhatsApp group eventually becomes inactive, but the Committee Kurrollu group has never stopped. Even during functions for other projects, some people may be absent, but when it comes to Committee Kurrollu, no one misses it. We are truly happy with what our production house has become because of this journey. I would also like to sincerely thank the media for taking our projects so strongly to the people. My special thanks to our PRO Naidu garu for building and maintaining such a strong relationship with the media for all our projects. Thank you."

National Award-winning Makeup Artist Ramesh brought smiles to everyone with his humour before acknowledging the people behind his achievement.

National Award-winning Makeup Artist Ramesh:

"Good evening, everyone. Ever since the announcement, I've been receiving so many calls. One person even asked me about my gothram and nakshatram. I told him, 'My gothram is Pink Elephant, and my nakshatram is Niharika!' I truly believe that anyone who comes to Pink Elephant goes through a film school. If I have to put it this way—Karta is Niharika garu, Karma is Ramesh garu, and Kriya is Vamsee garu. Niharika garu brought together 15 artists and placed them under my responsibility, and Vamsee garu made it all happen through his execution. I am very happy to have received this award. I would also like to invite my entire team onto the stage for a photograph. Thank you."

The evening reached its emotional peak as director Yadhu Vamsee addressed the gathering. Looking back on the years of belief, struggle and unwavering conviction that shaped Committee Kurrollu, he dedicated the National Award to every member of the team, saying that the honour belonged not to one individual but to everyone who made the film possible.

Director Yadhu Vamsee:

"First of all, I would like to welcome everyone here, especially the media. Thank you for being with us. From the very beginning, I kept manifesting this moment. It has been a long journey, and I believed deeply in this film. I kept telling everyone I met that this film would win a National Award. Many people tried to make this film before us, but they weren't gutsy enough to make it with almost 20 newcomers in the cast. I somehow managed the budget discussions with Ramesh garu. He caught me on a few things, but he was always supportive and asked me to go ahead. Then I started searching for my characters, and I found diamonds. With many of them, we went back and forth because of their commitments and schedules. Finally, I locked the cast, took them to the office, and said, 'This is my team.' The production house simply said, 'Okay.' I couldn't understand how they accepted everyone I brought without any hesitation. The same thing happened with the songs. If I liked someone and brought them in, they simply trusted me and said, 'Okay.' Our actors did tremendous work. They lost weight for their roles and are immensely talented. I expected certain awards for this film, but most of the recognition came to me and Niharika garu, not to the actors, and I genuinely felt sad about that. We have won two National Awards, and one of them is for Makeup. At first, I didn't fully understand the significance of the Makeup Award. We even discussed whether we might have overshadowed everyone else. That's why I want to say this today: Best Film means the best actors, the best editor, the best music, the best action, and every single department that came together to make this film what it is. This award does not belong to one person. It belongs to all of us. Every one of you standing here is a National Award winner. Ravi, you are representing a very important craft, and your victory means a lot. I became emotional because of it. Makeup is truly a makeover. It includes everything—from hair to nails. Our film also has time jumps, so every character required countless details and transformations. We all worked extremely hard. Now I am manifesting for 2030. By then, I want to see every one of you at the next level in your careers. Just like a graduation batch, this Committee Kurrollu team will always remain with me. Ramesh garu, after spending a year working elsewhere, I came back to this production house because of you. One has to be fortunate to work with Ramesh garu. He is the kind of guide every new talent needs to move forward successfully. Thank you so much, sir. Without you, Committee Kurrollu would not have been possible. Phani anna, thank you so much. You have been a pillar of support for me, and I will remember that for the rest of my life. Next, my boss—my sister—Niharika garu. However much I say about her, it will always be less. Even today, she asks me, 'Why did you trust me without any experience?' The truth is, we still don't know why we trusted each other so completely. She always had my back. She trusted me with the edit, the songs, and every creative decision. After completing the first half, I even asked her whether we should trim anything because the runtime felt long. She simply said, 'Everything is fine.' I couldn't have asked for more. Before the film's release, we didn't even have an OTT deal. There was a lot of negative talk saying we should cut this or remove that. She refused to change anything. She trusted her instincts and thought only about the people who had invested their money in this project. She carried the responsibility of a ₹9 crore film on her shoulders, and she pulled it off. She is that brave. She carried this entire film with trust, and today, we are standing here with two National Awards. This life has been given to me by Niharika garu. I am happy for everyone here because every single person worked hard for this. My father was extremely happy yesterday, and I received calls from so many people. I also want to thank my younger brother, Shankar. When I said I wanted to get into films, he was the one who fed me and stood by me. Without all of you, I wouldn't be here today. I won't just thank you—I will make you proud. Congratulations, everyone. Thank you."

The celebrations concluded with producer Niharika Konidela, who reflected on the emotional fulfilment Committee Kurrollu has brought into her life. Speaking about the unwavering belief that shaped the film's journey, she shared how what began as Yadhu Vamsee's dream eventually became her own, leading to one of the proudest moments of her career.

Producer Niharika Konidela:

"Should I just say 'thank you' and leave? (Laughs.) I can keep listening to these people's stories and journeys. I think this is probably the tenth time I've heard them. Every one of them has come from villages and distant places with a dream. Listening to them gives me a sense of fulfilment—the kind you feel after doing something truly meaningful. I had never experienced that feeling before. If I have ever felt it, it was the moment I decided to make Committee Kurrollu. I took a couple of days to listen to the story, and once I did, there was no looking back. From that day onwards, this became my film. I decided that I would put my life into it and take it wherever I possibly could. That makes me very happy. Firstly, as I always say, even if you make a great film, if people don't know about it, nobody will come to watch it. That's why we went on promotional tours twice, covering even the smallest villages. At the same time, no matter how great your promotions are, a bad film will never become a hit. That's why I feel Committee Kurrollu has the biggest heart. It carries everyone's blood, sweat, and tears. I met most of the parents of our team members and spent time talking to them. For the first time in my life, I experienced a feeling that I still don't know how to describe. If this is what it feels like after making a good film, then I will never leave the film industry. From the very beginning, Vamsee kept saying that this was a National Award-winning film. That was never my dream initially. But after I began this journey with everyone, I borrowed that dream from him, and eventually it became everyone's dream. For the amount of hard work that went into this film, I wanted it to receive the highest honour possible—the National Award. It was on my vision board, and I am happy that my manifestation worked too. Vamsee, thank you for sharing that dream with me. The makeover work in this film was not easy. Akshay, you handled all of that like a taskmaster. You deserve the biggest round of applause. Ravi Kumar—we all call him Bobby—I am so happy that he received the National Award for this film. Everyone at Pink Elephant knows Bobby's place in our family. We are simply fortunate to find people like him. My father won three National Awards for Rudra Veena 36 years ago. At that time, I wasn't even born. Even when I used to say that Committee Kurrollu should win a National Award, I sometimes felt I was speaking beyond my place. In my family, Chiranjeevi garu and Pawan Kalyan garu have achieved so much. Cinema-wise, I always felt I was simply there as a member of the family. Today, because of Committee Kurrollu, I feel like I have earned my own place. I truly feel I deserve to be a part of the Mega family. I don't know everything about cinema. All I know is that either I will go in search of good cinema, or good cinema should find its way to Pink Elephant. A very special thank you to the jury members for recognising our film and honouring it with two prestigious National Awards. I also congratulate all the other winners. Today, I can proudly say that Committee Kurrollu has won not one, but two National Awards. I haven't met everyone yet, but my father told me that Chiranjeevi garu and Surekha garu are extremely happy. He also told me that Chiranjeevi garu said that after he received this honour 36 years ago, seeing me receive it now is a matter of immense pride for our family. Finally, I am truly grateful to the universe and to God for choosing me to bring such wonderful films to life. Thank you."

As the celebrations came to a close, Committee Kurrollu stood as a testament to the power of conviction, collaboration and authentic storytelling. What began as the dream of a young filmmaker and a first-time producer has now become one of Telugu cinema's most celebrated success stories, creating opportunities for an entire generation of newcomers while earning the highest honour in Indian cinema.

Produced by Pink Elephant Pictures in association with Radha Damodar Studios and directed by Yadhu Vamsee, Committee Kurrollu has now added two National Film Awards to an already remarkable journey that includes critical acclaim, commercial success and recognition across multiple prestigious award platforms. The film is currently streaming on ETV Win, continuing to reach new audiences while inspiring aspiring filmmakers and artists with the story behind its making.

‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ చిత్రానికి జాతీయ అవార్డులు రావడంతో నా మనసు సంతృప్తితో నిండిపోయింది - ప్రెస్ మీట్‌లో మెగా ప్రొడ్యూసర్ నిహారిక కొణిదెల

పింక్ ఎలిఫెంట్ పిక్చర్స్, శ్రీ రాధా దామోదర్ స్టూడియోస్ బ్యానర్ల మీద పద్మజ కొణిదెల, జయలక్ష్మి అడపాక నిర్మాణంలో నిహారిక కొణిదెల రూపొందించిన చిత్రం ‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’. ఈ మూవీతో యదు వంశీ దర్శకుడిగా పరిచయం అయ్యారు. ఈ సినిమా 72వ జాతీయ చలన చిత్ర అవార్డుల్లో సత్తా చాటుకుంది. ఉత్తమ జాతీయ తెలుగు చిత్రం, బెస్ట్ మేకప్ కేటగిరీల్లో రెండు జాతీయ అవార్డులను ‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ కొల్లగొట్టింది. ఈ సందర్భంగా చిత్రయూనిట్ తమ ఆనందాన్ని పంచుకునేందుకు ప్రెస్ మీట్ నిర్వహించారు. ఈ కార్యక్రమంలో..

మెగా ప్రొడ్యూసర్ నిహారిక కొణిదెల మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ చిత్రంలో పని చేసిన ప్రతీ ఒక్కరి జర్నీ నాకు తెలుసు. ‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ చిత్రానికి జాతీయ అవార్డులు రావడంతో నా మనసు సంతృప్తితో నిండిపోయింది. నా 32 ఏళ్ల ఈ జీవితంలో ‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ సినిమాకి ఓకే చెప్పడంతో గొప్ప నిర్ణయం. ఇది నా సినిమా, ప్రాణం పెట్టాలని అప్పుడే ఫిక్స్ అయ్యాను. మంచి సినిమా తీసినా కూడా అది ఆడియెన్స్ వరకు తీసుకు వెళ్లగలగాలి. ‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ చిత్రంలో అందరి కష్టం ఉంది. మంచి సినిమా తీసినప్పుడు ఇలాంటి ఓ గొప్ప ఫీలింగ్ కలుగుతుందంటే.. నా జీవితంలో ఎప్పుడూ ఇండస్ట్రీ నుంచి బయటకు వెళ్లను. యదు వంశీ గారు ఎప్పుడూ నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ వస్తుందని చెబుతూనే ఉండేవారు. కానీ నేను ఒక నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ సినిమా తీయాలని ‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ని నిర్మించలేదు. ఈ జర్నీలో మాత్రం నేను కూడా జాతీయ అవార్డు రావాలని కోరుకున్నాను. 72వ జాతీయ అవార్డుల్లో మేం కూడా ఉండాలని అనుకున్నాను. నా కల నేడు నెరవేరింది. ఆర్టిస్టుల్ని 18 ఏళ్ల నుంచి 30 ఏళ్లుగా మారేందుకు ఎంతో మేకోవర్ జరిగింది. ఈ జర్నీలో రవి, అక్షయ్ మాకు ఎంతో సపోర్ట్ చేశారు. రవికి నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ రావడం ఆనందంగా ఉంది. మా నాన్న తీసిన ‘రుద్రవీణ’కి మూడు జాతీయ అవార్డులు వచ్చాయి. మా పెదనాన్న గారు, బాబాయ్ గారు సినిమాకి సేవ చేశారు. నేను కొణిదెల ఫ్యామిలీ నుంచి వచ్చాను.. ఏదో ఒకటి చేశాను అని ఇప్పుడు అనిపిస్తోంది. నేను మెగా ఫ్యామిలీలో ఉన్నాను.. మెగా ఫ్యామిలీ నుంచి వచ్చాను అని గర్వంగా చెప్పుకుంటున్నాను. ఈ ఫ్యామిలీలో నేను ఉండేందుకు అర్హురాలిని అని ఇప్పుడు గర్వంగా చెప్పుకోగలను. జాతీయ అవార్డులు సాధించిన ప్రతీ ఒక్కరికీ థాంక్స్. సినిమా చూసిన తర్వాత మీడియా, ఆడియెన్స్ ఇలా అందరూ కూడా నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ వస్తుందని అన్నారు. మాకు రెండు జాతీయ అవార్డులు వచ్చాయి. ఈ జర్నీలో సపోర్ట్ చేసిన అందరికీ థాంక్స్. చిరంజీవి గారే అందరికీ గర్వకారణం అని నేను ఫీల్ అవుతుంటాను. ఆయనే నన్ను గర్వకారణం అని అనడంతో ఎంతో ఆనందంగా ఉంది. ’‘రుద్రవీణ’కి మీ నాన్న (నాగబాబు) తీసుకున్నారు.. ఇప్పుడు నువ్వు తీసుకుంటున్నావ్.. మాకెంతో గర్వంగా ఉంది’ అని ఆయన అనడం నాకు మరింత గర్వంగా ఉంది’ అని అన్నారు.

దర్శకుడు యదు వంశీ మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ కొడుతుందని ముందు నుంచీ అందరికీ చెప్తూనే వచ్చాను. చాలా మంది ఈ మూవీని నిర్మించేందుకు ప్రయత్నించారు. కానీ ఎవ్వరి వల్లా కాలేదు. ఓ కొత్త సినిమాకి ఇంత బడ్జెట్ పెట్టేందుకు చాలా మంది సాహసించలేదు. కానీ మన్యం రమేష్ గారు నాకు సపోర్ట్ చేశారు. కొత్త వాళ్లతో అంటే ఎవరు మాత్రం ధైర్యంగా అడుగు ముందుకు వేస్తారు. కానీ నేను చెప్పిన ప్రతీ ఒక్క ఆప్షన్‌కి మన్యం రమేష్ గారు, నిహారిక గారు ఓకే చెప్పారు. ప్రతీ ఒక్క ఆర్టిస్ట్ తమ తమ పాత్రల కోసం బరువులు తగ్గారు, పెరిగారు. మేకప్‌కి అవార్డు రావాలని చాలా కోరుకున్నాను. బెస్ట్ ఫిల్మ్ అంటే.. ప్రతీ ఒక్క ఆర్టిస్ట్, టెక్నిషయన్ బెస్ట్ ఇస్తేనే వస్తుంది. ఎవరెన్ని చెప్పినా కూడా నిహారిక గారు ఒక్క సీన్ కూడా కట్ చేయలేదు. పెట్టిన 9 కోట్ల గురించి నిహారిక గారు ఎప్పుడూ ఆలోచించలేదు. ఒక్క రూపాయి బిజినెస్ కాకపోయినా ధైర్యంతో నిహారిక గారు అడుగు ముందుకు వేశారు. అలా ప్రారంభమైన ప్రయాణాన్ని ఆమె ఇప్పుడు జాతీయస్థాయిలో నిలబెట్టారు. మీడియా ముందు ఇప్పుడు నేను ఏడ్వలేను (నవ్వుతూ). నాకు ఈ రోజు చాలా ఆనందంగా ఉంది. ఈ సినిమాలో పని చేసిన అందరికీ కంగ్రాట్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

ఎగ్జిక్యూటివ్ ప్రొడ్యూసర్ మన్యం రమేష్ మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘మూడేళ్ల క్రితం మా ఈ ప్రయాణం మొదలైంది. వంశీ తన కథను ఎంతో బలంగా నమ్ముతాడు. మాకు వంశీ మీద ఎంతో నమ్మకం ఉంటుంది. మాతో వంశీ చేయబోతోన్న రెండో సినిమా కూడా ఇంతే గొప్పగా ఉంటుందని ఆశిస్తున్నాను. మా బ్యానర్లో తీసిన సినిమాలు, సిరీస్‌లకు పెట్టిన గ్రూపులన్నీ మాయం అయ్యాయి. కానీ ఈ ‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ గ్రూపు ఇంకా కంటిన్యూ అవుతోంది. మాకు మీడియా ఇలానే మున్ముందు సపోర్ట్ చేయాలని కోరుకుంటున్నాను’ అని అన్నారు.

మ్యూజిక్ డైరెక్టర్ అనుదీప్ దేవ్ మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘మా సినిమా ఇప్పుడు రిలీజ్ అయినట్టుగా అనిపిస్తోంది. రెండేళ్ల నుంచి ఈ చిత్రం నన్ను వెంటాడుతూనే ఉంది. మన ఈ కథ ఇంకా ఇంటర్నేషనల్ లెవెల్‌కి వెళ్లాలని కోరుకుంటున్నాను. జాతీయ అవార్డు అనే టార్గెట్‌తో మా వంశీ గ్రూప్ ఫాం చేశారు. ఈ రోజు అది రుజువైంది. నాకు ఈ అవకాశం ఇచ్చిన ప్రతీ ఒక్కరికీ థాంక్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

కెమెరామెన్ రాజు ఎదురోలు మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘వంశీ నాకు ఈ కథ ఎప్పుడో చెప్పారు. మళ్లీ చాలా గ్యాప్ తర్వాత పింక్ ఎలిఫెంట్‌లో వంశీ, నేను కలిసి ఈ మూవీని చేశాం. నిహారిక గారికి, ఫణి గారికి, రమేష్ గారికి ఈ క్రెడిట్ దక్కుతుంది. నాకు ఈ అవకాశం ఇచ్చిన ప్రతీ ఒక్కరికీ థాంక్స్. మాకు ఇంత ప్రేమను చూపించిన తెలుగు ప్రేక్షకులకు థాంక్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

ఎడిటర్ అన్వర్ అలీ మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘వంశీ, నేను కలిసి లాక్డౌన్ తర్వాత క్రికెట్ ఆడే టైంలో కలిశాం. కథ చెప్పిన వెంటనే జాతీయ అవార్డు వస్తుందని వంశీతో అన్నాను. ఇది మాకు చాలా పెద్ద విషయం. మాకు అవకాశం ఇచ్చిన నిహారిక గారికి, ఫణి గారికి, రమేష్ గారికి థాంక్స్. నాకు సపోర్ట్ చేసిన మా టీంకు థాంక్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

నిర్మాత ఫణి అడపాక మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘అందరం కలిసి నేషనల్ అవార్డ్స్ ఈవెంట్‌ను లైవ్‌లో చూశాం. ఆ క్షణంలో మేం ఎంతో ఆనందంగా ఫీల్ అయ్యాం. నాకు ఇంత మంచి సినిమాని నిర్మించే అవకాశం ఇచ్చిన నిహారిక గారికి థాంక్స్. మా కోసం యదు వంశీ గొప్ప కథను తీసుకు వచ్చారు. ఇది మా నిజమైన విజయం. ఈ ప్రయాణంలో మాకు సపోర్ట్ చేసిన తెలుగు మీడియాకి, తెలుగు ప్రేక్షకులకు థాంక్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

డైలాగ్ రైటర్ కొండల్ రావు మాట్లాడుతూ ..‘ఐదేళ్ల క్రితం నేను రాసిన కవితల పుస్తకం చూసి యదు వంశీ అన్న నాకు ఈ అవకాశం ఇచ్చారు. కొత్త వాళ్లం ఇలా నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ సాధించడం ఆనందంగా ఉంది. నిహారిక గారికి, వంశీ అన్నకి, ఫణి అన్నకి ఎప్పుడూ రుణపడి ఉంటాం’ అని అన్నారు.

డైలాగ్ రైటర్ వెంకట్ సుబాష్ మాట్లాడుతూ ..‘వంశీ అన్న వల్లే సినిమాల్లోకి వచ్చాను. మా ఐదేళ్ల జర్నీ అద్భుతంగా సాగింది. మేం ఎంత రాసినా, ఊహించుకున్నా దానికి ప్రాణం తీసుకు వచ్చింది మాత్రం ఆర్టిస్టులు, టెక్నీషియన్లు, నిర్మాతలు. ఈ మూవీని మీడియానే జనాల వరకు రీచ్ అయ్యేలా చేసింది. మా ఈ జర్నీలో సపోర్ట్ చేసిన అందరికీ థాంక్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

మేకప్ మెన్ రవి కుమార్ మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ బ్యానర్లో ఎవరు పని చేసినా పీహెచ్‌డీ చేసినట్టు అవుతుంది. కర్త నిహారిక గారు, కర్మ రమేష్ గారు, క్రియ వంశీ గారు. నాకు ఈ అవకాశం ఇచ్చిన ప్రతీ ఒక్కరికీ థాంక్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

సందీప్ సరోజ్ మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ విడుదలై రెండేళ్లు అవుతున్నా ప్రేమ మాత్రం ఇంకా తగ్గలేదు. కథ విన్న రోజే జాతీయ అవార్డు వస్తుందని ఊహించాం. ఈ సినిమాతో నాకు ఓ పెద్ద ఫ్యామిలీ దొరికింది’ అని అన్నారు.

నటుడు ప్రసాద్ బెహరా మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ సినిమాలో మాకు ఇంత మంచి పాత్రలు ఇచ్చిన వంశీ గారికి, నిహారిక గారికి, ఫణి గారికి థాంక్స్. ఈ చిత్రంలో ప్రతీ ఒక్కరి కష్టం ఉంది’ అని అన్నారు.

విషిక మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘‘కమిటీ కుర్రోళ్లు’ చిత్రానికి జాతీయ అవార్డులు రావడంతో అందరూ ఫోన్స్ చేసి విష్ చేస్తున్నారు. నాకెంతో సంతోషంగా అనిపించింది. ఈ అవార్డులు రావడంతో మా బంధువులు, స్నేహితులు నన్ను చూసే విధానం కూడా మారింది. నాకు ఇంత మంచి అవకాశం ఇచ్చిన వంశీ గారికి, నిహారిక గారికి, ఫణి గారికి థాంక్స్’ అని అన్నారు.

తేజస్వి మాట్లాడుతూ .. ‘విషిక, నేను కలిసి ఉన్నప్పుడు మాకు ఈ నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ న్యూస్ తెలిసింది. మాకు టార్గెట్ నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ అనే గ్రూపు ఉంది. చివరకు మేం నేషనల్ అవార్డ్ సాధించాం. నేను నటించిన ఫస్ట్ సినిమాకి జాతీయ అవార్డు రావడం ఆనందంగా ఉంది’ అని అన్నారు.

ఈ కార్యక్రమంలో యస్వంత్ పెండ్యాల, ఈశ్వర్ రాచిరాజు, త్రినాధ్ వర్మ, ప్రసాద్ బెహరా, మణికంఠ పరసు, లోకేష్ కుమార్ పరిమి, శ్యామ్ కళ్యాణ్, రఘువరన్, శివ కుమార్ మట్టా తదితరులు పాల్గొని సంతోషాన్ని వ్యక్తం చేశారు.

తారాగణం: సందీప్ సరోజ్, యస్వంత్ పెండ్యాల, ఈశ్వర్ రాచిరాజు, త్రినాధ్ వర్మ, ప్రసాద్ బెహరా, మణికంఠ పరసు, లోకేష్ కుమార్ పరిమి, శ్యామ్ కళ్యాణ్, రఘువరన్, శివ కుమార్ మట్టా, అక్షయ్ శ్రీనివాస్, తేజస్వీ రావు, టీనా శ్రావ్య, విషిక, షణ్ముఖి నాగుమంత్రి తదితరులు

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