New Delhi: The trailer of ‘Chatrapathi,’ an official Hindi remake of SS Rajamouli’s 2005 blockbuster of the same name, was released on Tuesday. The film stars actor Sreenivas Bellamkonda and Nushrratt Bharuccha in the lead. Directed by VV Vinayak, the film is scheduled to release on May 12.
Produced by Dr. Jayantilal Gada of Pen Studios, the trailer of ‘Chatrapathi’ gives audiences a sneak peek into the high-octane action in store!
The action-entertainer has been mounted on a vast scale and is written by SS Rajamouli's father and veteran writer V. Vijayendra Prasad, known for his notable work in films like 'RRR', the Baahubali series, and 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan.'
Talking about the film, actor Sreenivas Bellamkonda said, “Chatrapathi is a special film to me in so many ways. VV Vinayak directed me in my Telugu debut and is also the director of my Bollywood debut, making this collaboration even more significant. Chatrapathi ticks all the boxes of a commercial potboiler and we can’t wait to bring it to audiences.”
Nushrratt Bharuccha shared about her experience of working with Bellamkonda, “It was an incredible experience working with Sreenivas Bellamkonda , who is just a natural on screen – I’m happy to be part of this massive Pan-India offering and team Chatrapathi is excited to give the masses more reason to whistle and hoot.”
Director V.V.Vinayak spoke about the film in a statement. He said, “Sreenivas Bellamkonda is an ideal commercial hero pulling off high-octane action, performs jaw-dropping stunts and looks both suave and lethal in every frame. That, combined with Nushrratt’s screen presence and performance along with a strong ensemble cast and story that leaves you gripped makes ‘Chatrapathi’ an exciting cinematic offering.”
Producer Dr Jayantilal Gada said the film has all the ingredients of an action-packed entertainer.
“The trailer is testimony to everything the film has to offer and all our effort. We hope audiences embrace it and shower it with love and support,” he said in a statement.
The film marks the Bollywood debut of Sreenivas Bellamkonda. The original film featured Prabhas in the lead role.