Director Vamsee shares Tiger Nageswara Rao secrets

Director Vamsee shares Tiger Nageswara Rao secrets. Director Vamsee is known for his penchant for intense scripts brimming with optimism and positivity.

When he delved into researching the life of the late Tiger Nageswara Rao, known as the 'thief of Stuvartupuram,' he discovered a narrative beyond mere criminality. "Just imagine, three lakh people gathered to pay their final respects at his funeral – that signals an untold story," he reflected. 

Given the scarcity of online information about Nageswara Rao, the director delved deeper, unearthing intriguing facets of his modus operandi by conversing with his relatives and peers. "Nageswara Rao's unwavering spirit fascinated me. I wanted to document his remarkable ability to maintain optimism in the face of adversity. In today's world, we thirst for such tales of inspiration," Vamsee shared, emphasizing the story's rich life lessons.

Ravi Teja, known for his unwavering passion for his craft, was the natural choice for the titular role, as Vamsee elaborates. The actor was captivated by the director's two-hour narration of the script. "Ravi Teja garu was familiar with Nageswara Rao and his 1970s escapades. He appreciated the depth and complexity of his character and engaged in discussions regarding his character transformation," Vamsee disclosed.