Animal pre release event celebrated extravagantly

The highly-anticipated film "Animal," directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol, is set to release on December 1, 2023. The pre-release event in Hyderabad, attended by Superstar Mahesh Babu and Pan India director Rajamouli, added grandeur to the film's buildup.

Highlights from the event included Ranbir Kapoor sharing a personal connection with Hyderabad, expressing his love for the city and recalling his first autograph being given here during the promotion of "Saawariya." Anil Kapoor playfully suggested that he should be called "RK Rao" henceforth. Ranbir even expressed interest in dubbing in Telugu for his role, but Sandeep Reddy Vanga felt his accent didn't align with the character.

During the event, Ranbir opened up about his deep affection for his daughter Raha, revealing his wish to spend more time with her. He reflected on losing his father recently and emphasized the significance of cherishing moments with loved ones.

Rashmika Mandanna addressed the issue of deepfakes, stressing the importance of speaking up against them. She urged women to seek help when needed and highlighted the collective support from the film industry.

Bobby Deol cryptically responded to queries about playing a mute character, emphasizing the challenging nature of the role and expressing his desire to work in a Telugu film in the future.

Anil Kapoor shared a nostalgic connection to Telugu cinema, recalling that his first film was in Telugu, directed by Bapu, called "Vamsa Vruksham." He praised Sandeep Reddy Vanga for casting based on talent rather than age, highlighting the director's ability to bring together a diverse and talented cast.

Rajamouli praised Sandeep Reddy Vanga's impact in Bollywood, likening it to the influence of Ram Gopal Varma. He declared Ranbir Kapoor as his favorite actor and playfully asked him to choose between himself and Sandeep. Mahesh Babu echoed the sentiment, expressing admiration for Ranbir as his favorite actor.

The event celebrated the collaborative spirit of the film and showcased the camaraderie between the Bollywood and Tollywood industries.