The Telugu film industry is no stranger to speculation, and the latest buzz surrounding a potential collaboration between Allu Arjun and acclaimed director Trivikram Srinivas has fans on edge. For months, rumors have swirled about the duo reuniting for a highly anticipated project following their successful ventures like Julayi (2012), S/o Satyamurthy (2015), and Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020). However, recent whispers suggest that this collaboration might not be happening after all, with the project possibly shifting to another Tollywood star, NTR, while speculation about Ram Charan taking it on appears to be unfounded.
The Allu Arjun-Trivikram Buzz: What’s the Story?
Allu Arjun and Trivikram share a remarkable track record, with their films blending commercial appeal, sharp dialogues, and emotional depth. Fans have eagerly awaited news of their next collaboration, with early reports hinting at a grand project in the works. The duo’s ability to deliver blockbusters made the prospect of another film together a tantalizing one. However, recent developments suggest that the project may have hit a roadblock. With Allu Arjun committed to AA22 with Atlee, Trivikram is left with no option but to stay on hold for at least eight months.
NTR in the Picture: A Plausible Shift?
Adding intrigue to the saga, rumors suggest that Trivikram may be considering NTR (Jr. N.T. Rama Rao) for the project originally intended for Allu Arjun. This speculation holds weight for several reasons. NTR previously collaborated with Trivikram on Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava, and the two shared a great rapport. Additionally, Naga Vamsi’s close association with NTR appears to have played a key role in bringing this combination together once again.
Naga Vamsi’s reveal about genre
Naga Vamsi, the producer, revealed that the collaboration between Allu Arjun and Trivikram Srinivas is a mythological film, separate from conventional epics like the Ramayana or Mahabharata. He characterized it as an ambitious, pan-Indian venture delving into unexplored mythological tales, focusing on a lesser-known deity, speculated to be Lord Kartikeya (also known as Murugan or Skanda), the God of War. Vamsi highlighted that the film ventures into a unique narrative and genre, uncharted in Indian cinema, including by filmmakers like SS Rajamouli, and aims to deliver a visually stunning and innovative spectacle with extensive VFX. He clarified that the project is a pure mythological drama, not a socio-fantasy.
With Naga Vamsi tweeting “GOD OF WAR is Coming!!” today, it’s now confirmed that while the subject remains the same - referring to Lord Karthikeya - the lead actor has been changed.
