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Anil Ravipudi denies Mahesh Babu collaboration rumour
Director Anil Ravipudi has dismissed social media speculation that he would direct Mahesh Babu's next film after SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi'. In a statement on social media, Ravipudi said the news was 'completely…
Director Anil Ravipudi has dismissed social media speculation that he would direct Mahesh Babu's next film after SS Rajamouli's 'Varanasi'. In a statement on social media, Ravipudi said the news was 'completely false and untrue' and urged fans not to spread such rumours.
The Tollywood PR machinery also issued a clarification asking fans to ignore unverified reports. The rumour had excited fans because Ravipudi has a 100 per cent success record, and some hoped he could break the so-called 'Rajamouli curse' where a star's film after a Rajamouli movie flops.
Despite the official denial, some fans believe the project may still be in the works but kept quiet to avoid distracting from 'Varanasi'. For now, the director's word stands: no such film is happening.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Tollywood denial statements do not always kill a project. Directors and actors routinely deny early-stage talks to manage hype or contractual timelines. The 'Rajamouli curse' fans refer to is an informal pattern, not a verified statistic. Mahesh Babu is currently filming 'Varanasi' with Rajamouli, scheduled for release in 2026. A clear next-film announcement is unlikely before that film's promotional cycle begins.
Source: m9.news
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