Jr NTR’s much-anticipated film ‘
Devara: Part 1
‘ has hit theaters on September 27, 2024, and is receiving an enthusiastic response from fans. The action-packed drama not only features Jr NTR but also marks the
Telugu debut
of Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan in the lead.
In celebration of the film’s release, Janhvi Kapoor, who plays the lead role named Thangam, shared stunning stills of herself from the movie on Instagram.
Her enchanting portrayal as a village belle has captivated audiences, and the photos showed her character’s beauty and charm.
The film has been well-received at the box office, with reports indicating that it earned approximately Rs 82.5 crore on its opening day, Rs 38.2 crore on its second day and 40.3 crore in India as per reports by Sacnilk.
The film, directed by
Koratala Siva
, features intense action sequences and a gripping storyline centred around the conflict between ‘Devara’ played by Jr NTR and Bhaira essayed by Saif Ali Khan, who is involved in smuggling operations. Janhvi’s character plays Jr NTR’s love interest.
In the movie, Jr NTR plays the dual role of father and son as Devara and Vardha.
Earlier during an interview, Jr NTR shared how Janhvi was recommended for the role by Karan Johar, who praised her talent. Despite initial nerves about speaking Telugu and living up to the legacy of her late mother, Sridevi, Janhvi delivered a commendable performance that surprised many.
