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Jr NTR, currently working with the shoot of Devara under the direction of Koratala Siva, is set to team up with KGF director Prashanth Neel for his next big project. The much-scheduled film,slowly titled to feel jr NTR, was officially launched today in Hyderabad with a grand puja ceremony.
This marks the first partnership between Jr NTR and Prashanth Neel, bringing together two powerhouse talents to craft a mass-commercial entertainer that agrees to interest fans and audiences alike. The film is being produced on a grand scale by NTR Arts and Mythri Movie Makers, with Nandamuri Kalyan Ram also involved in the production.throughout the launch event, Jr NTR’s wife, Pranathi, switched on the camera, and the couple’s children were also offer, adding a personal feel to the ceremony. The project is already creating buzz with rumors indicating that Rashmika Mandanna might play the female lead. The film’s music will be collected by Ravi Basrur, with Bhuvan Gowda handling the cinematography. The regular shoot is expected to begin once Jr NTR completes Devara.
Jr NTR and Prashanth Neel's Film 'NTR 31' Sets Release Date; Check Out the New Poster!
The film will release in 2026
NTR 31: Jr NTR And Prashanth Neel’s Film Gets A Release Date. Bonus – New Poster The film will release in 2026
The film’s opening ceremony will be broadcast across multiple TV and YouTube channels, with the entire cast and crew expected to attend.Although the film was announced a few years ago, its release was postponed due to the busy schedules of Jr NTR and Prashanth Neel.. Full-fledged shooting for NTR 31 is widespread to start in September 2024, with Jr NTR likely to join just later due to his current project, Devara. Details about the cast, crew, and shooting schedules will be announced on the launch day.There is a chance to that the film might be titled Dragon. Pre-production has been ongoing for several months, and the film is expected to be a high-text commercial entertainer.In the meantime, Jr NTR’s film Devara: Part One, co-starring Jhanvi Kapoor and directed by Kora
Jr NTR-Prashanth Neel's NTR31 Has A Ranbir Kapoor Connection
Prashanth Neel and Jr NTR’s much-expected NTR31 is said to be going on the floors in this year. In the latest development, a report stated that the film has been titled Dragon. While there is no official confirmation on whether that will be the title of the film, another report has hinted to that the Dragon was supposed to be the title of Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt starrer Brahmastra.
Jr NTR and Prashanth Neel have managed to secure the title “Dragon” for their upcoming film, reportedly without any financial exchange. This title was previously associated with Dharma Productions’ ambitious trilogy, Brahmastra. The first installment of Brahmastra hit theaters in 2022 and enjoyed commercial success. However, the subsequent parts have been put on hold for the time being.When the team behind NTR31 approached the makers of Brahmastra to acquire the rights to the “Dragon” title, they were met with a positive response. Media reports suggest that the title was transferred without any monetary transaction involved.
In other news, Jr NTR is preparing for his Bollywood debut in the highly anticipated film War 2, where he will star alongside Hrithik Roshan. The film is directed by Ayan Mukerji, who also helmed Brahmastra. War 2 began production earlier this year and is slated for release next year.
Jr NTR is also busy with the shoot of Devara, directed by Koratala Siva. This film will be released in two parts, with the first installment set to premiere in October of this year. Devara also features Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan, adding to the excitement surrounding the project.
About jr NTR
Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr., is also known as Jr. NTR, is a celebrated Indian actor and playback singer primarily working in the Telugu film industry. He began his acting career at a young age, making his debut as a child artist in the acclaimed National Award-winning film Ramayanam in 1996. As an adult, he made his film debut with S.S. Rajamouli’s Student No. 1 in 2001.
Jr. NTR has starred in several major box office hits, including Aadi (2002), Rakhi (2006), Brindavanam (2010), Baadshah (2013), and Nannaku Prematho (2016). His impressive body of work has earned him a substantial fan following and a place among India’s top 100 film celebrities.
In addition to his successful acting career, Jr. NTR is also active in politics. He campaigned for the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) during the 2009 general elections, following in the footsteps of his grandfather. Beyond his professional and political endeavors, he is engaged in various charitable activities, further contributing to his public image and community impact.
Early Life
Jr. NTR, whose full name is Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr., was born in Hyderabad into a prominent political family in Andhra Pradesh. His father, Nandamuri Harikrishna, was a former Telugu film actor and politician, while his grandfather, N.T. Rama Rao, was a renowned Telugu actor and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. Jr. NTR’s half-brother, Nandamuri Kalyan Ram, is also an actor and producer, and his cousins include actor Taraka Ratna and politician Nara Lokesh. He attended Vidyaranya High School in Hyderabad and later pursued his intermediate education at St. Mary’s College, Hyderabad.
Personal Life
Jr. NTR married Narne Lakshmi Pranathi, the daughter of Narne Srinivasa Rao, who owns the Telugu news channel Studio N, in May 2011 in Madhapur.The couple has a son named Abhay Ram.
Movie Career of As an Actor
Jr. NTR began his acting career as a child artist in the 1996 film Ramayanam. His talent was recognized by director Gunasekhar, who recommended him to S.S. Rajamouli for Student No. 1. Due to production delays, another film, Ninnu Choodalani directed by V.R. Prathap, was released first, marking his lead debut. Unfortunately, the film did not meet audience expectations, and Jr. NTR faced criticism for his performance.
However, his next project, Student No. 1, was a significant success, establishing him as a rising star. He then collaborated with V.V. Vinayak on Aadi, where he played an action hero. The film was a major hit, running for over 200 days in theaters and earning him a substantial fan following. His subsequent films, Allari Ramudu directed by B. Gopal and Naaga, a political thriller directed by A.M.Rathnam, were commercial successes, though they received mixed reviews. Jr. NTR’s dance moves in Naaga gained widespread popularity.
In 2003, Jr. NTR worked again with S.S. Rajamouli on Simhadri. The film was a massive hit, grossing over 35 crores INR, and earned him the nickname “Young Tiger.” The following year, he starred in Puri Jagannadh’s Andhrawala, which, despite high expectations, was a commercial failure. The film was later dubbed in Tamil as Velaa and in Hindi as Barood: Man On Mission. In 2004, he appeared in V.V. Vinayak’s Samba, which, despite its focus on the importance of education, was a box-office hit.
Jr. NTR’s first release in 2005 was Naa Alludu by Vara Mullapudi, where he played a double role. The film was a critical and commercial disappointment, leading to a brief hiatus for the actor. He returned in December 2006 with Krishna Vamsi’s Rakhi, which received favorable reviews and saw Jr. NTR praised for one of his best performances.
In 2007, Jr. NTR teamed up with S.S. Rajamouli for a third time on the social fantasy film Yamadonga. His remarkable transformation for the role earned him a Filmfare Award for Best Actor in Telugu. He then starred in Meher Ramesh’s Kantri in 2008, which received mixed reviews but performed reasonably well at the box office. After a year-long hiatus to campaign for the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in the 2009 general elections, he made a comeback with Brindavanam in 2010. Directed by Vamsi Paidipally, the film was a major hit and one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
Jr. NTR’s next project with Meher Ramesh, Shakti (2011), despite featuring a strong cast, did not perform well at the box office. The same year, he starred in the action thriller Oosaravelli directed by Surender Reddy. The film, which also featured Tamannaah Bhatia, Murali Sharma, and Prakash Raj, opened to strong box office numbers and was later remade in Bengali as Rocky.