As Hari Hara Veera Mallu, starring Pawan Kalyan, gears up for release in just two days, a small controversy is brewing behind the scenes—this time between directors Krish Jagarlamudi and Jyothi Krishna.
Krish, who started the film over six years ago, was closely involved in the project for more than four years. Due to major delays in production, he eventually stepped away. The responsibility to complete the film was handed to producer AM Rathnam’s son, Jyothi Krishna.
In a recent social media post, Krish praised Pawan Kalyan and AM Rathnam for their dedication and called the film a special project in his life. However, he did not mention Jyothi Krishna, who stepped in to complete the movie. This silence has raised eyebrows, leading fans to wonder if there is any tension between the two directors.
While Krish’s exit was due to unavoidable delays, Jyothi Krishna took on the difficult task of finishing someone else’s vision—something most directors tend to avoid. Many believe it would have been fair for Krish to acknowledge Jyothi Krishna’s efforts in his message, especially when the film is finally seeing the light of day.
Some feel the omission may have been unintentional, but others suspect there could be unresolved issues. By avoiding Jyothi Krishna’s name, Krish may have opened the door to speculation and potential controversy at the film’s crucial release stage.
Despite the behind-the-scenes drama, fans are eagerly waiting to watch Pawan Kalyan in a powerful historical role. With such a long and complicated journey to the screen, Hari Hara Veera Mallu now carries the hopes of both the initial (Krish) and final (Jyothi Krishna) makers. Whether the film wins hearts or not, the story of its making has already captured plenty of attention.