New Delhi: To mark Saif Ali Khan’s birthday on Wednesday (August 16), the makers of the film ‘Devara’ unveiled the first look of the actor from the film, also starring Jr NTR. The film marks Saif’s Telugu debut. Jr NTR introduced fans to Saif Ali Khan’s character named ‘Bhaira’ and unveiled his first look from the film.
In the official poster, Saif can be seen standing against the backdrop of serene water and hills. Saif’s look is intense and intriguing. Sharing the first look, Jr NTR wrote, “BHAIRA Happy Birthday Saif sir ! #Devara”
‘Devara’ is directed by Koratala Siva, produced by Yuvasudha Arts and NTR Arts, and presented by Nandamuri Kalyana Ram. The film’s music is done by Anirudh Ravichander with R Rathnavelu being the cinematographer.
The film, which also marks Janhvi Kapoor’s debut in the Telugu industry, is slated to release on April 5, 2024. Talking about working with the superstar, Janhvi told India Today, “I really manifested working with Jr NTR so much I think for one year I was like please mujhe mauka mile mujhe mauka mile and finally it's happening!"
Jr NTR started shooting the film's next schedule in July, which involves a massive water sequence. Announcing the same on social media, the film’s official social media handle wrote, “After a short break and some rehearsals to execute the sequence on a massive scale, we are back on sets from today. #Devara”
Earlier on the eve of Jr. NTR's birthday, the makers shared the first-look poster of Devara on social media. In the poster, Jr. NTR is seen in a black ethnic outfit with a dark cloth on his side and a long spear smudged with blood. He is seen standing atop a rock with the ocean leaping behind in the backdrop.