Deepika, Janhvi, Mrunal firing Tollywood temptations

Deepika, Janhvi, Mrunal firing Tollywood temptations. With Bollywood sensation Janhvi Kapoor signing not one but two Telugu movies, her foray into Tollywood signifies a continued trend of Telugu filmmakers' fascination with Hindi heroines. She is set to share the screen with Jr NTR in 'Devara' and is also slated to romance the reigning star Ram Charan in his upcoming film with Buchi Babu Sana. This trend of casting top Bollywood actresses in Telugu films has been noted by producer Vishnuvardhan Induri, who previously brought Kangana Ranaut for 'Thalaivi' and Vidya Balan for 'NTR Kathanayakudu'.

The influx of Hindi actresses into Telugu cinema is not limited to Janhvi Kapoor. Deepika Padukone is starring in 'Project K' alongside Prabhas, while Kiara Advani has been paired with Ram Charan in 'Game Changer.' Mrunal Thakur has also made a mark with her performances in films like 'Sita Ramam' and 'Hi Nanna'. Additionally, Alia Bhatt's appearance in Rajamouli's 'RRR' and Norah Fatehi's upcoming Telugu film 'Matka', where she has been honing her Telugu speaking skills, further solidify this trend.

The decision to cast these actresses is often influenced by the desire for a pan-India appeal. Vishnuvardhan Induri explains that the popularity of these actresses can attract North Indian viewers to Telugu films, enhancing their reach and impact. While this trend is prevalent, director Hanu Raghuvapudi opted for B-town diva Mrunal Thakur in his Telugu blockbuster 'Sita Ramam' based on her suitability for the role, highlighting that talent and fit for the character also play a significant role in casting decisions.

Despite the preference for Bollywood actresses, directors like Hanu Raghavapudi have also introduced non-Telugu girls in their movies, emphasizing the importance of talent and suitability for the role over language or origin. He has introduced actresses like Lavanya Tripathi and Mehreen Pirzada in his movies, showcasing their talent and potential.

While there are demands from Bollywood divas for certain accommodations like traveling with their team, producers like A M Rathnam emphasize the need for transparency in agreements to avoid issues. As Telugu films continue to expand their reach and become more multilingual, the influx of Bollywood actresses into Tollywood is expected to continue, enriching the industry with diverse talent and perspectives.