Nagarjuna has revealed that plans for a biopic on his father, legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR), are under discussion. Speaking on the occasion of ANR’s 101st birth anniversary, he said, “We are thinking about making my father’s biopic. Discussions are going on about who should write the story and how it can be made interesting. Once everything is finalised, we will share the details.”
Fans of Telugu cinema have long hoped to see a film celebrating ANR’s life. Earlier, a biopic on senior actor NTR did not perform well at the box office. The film focused on selective parts of his life, which failed to connect with audiences. Following this, Nagarjuna had expressed doubts about making a film on his father, noting that ANR’s life had fewer dramatic twists, apart from some early career struggles, and largely unfolded smoothly.
These concerns led to ANR biopic plans being put on hold, and many assumed the Akkineni family would not revisit the project. Now, Nagarjuna’s recent comments have revived hope among fans. If a skilled writer is brought in and the right director is chosen, the long-awaited ANR biopic could finally take shape.
The Akkineni family appears to be taking a cautious approach, keeping in mind the legacy of ANR and the lessons learned from previous biopics. Whether the project will move forward remains uncertain, but the announcement has excited fans, who are eager to see ANR’s life portrayed on the big screen.
With Nagarjuna personally overseeing discussions, the film could potentially highlight the remarkable journey OF ANR in Telugu cinema in an engaging and respectful way, celebrating the actor who inspired generations.
