Mahesh Babu not keen on dubbing fare to Bollywood viewers. Superstar Mahesh Babu seems to have a unique strategy in mind for the Hindi film audience. While upcoming Sankranthi releases like 'Hanu-Man' and 'Eagle' are set to hit screens across India simultaneously, the highly-anticipated 'Guntur Kaaram' will take a different route. Surprisingly, it will not be released in north Indian states on January 12, unlike the others, but is scheduled to hit theaters 80 to 90 days later.
A reliable source reveals that Mahesh Babu, despite having a massive fan following among non-Telugu viewers, has chosen not to woo Hindi film enthusiasts merely by dubbing his films in Hindi. This unconventional move for 'Guntur Kaaram' reflects his intention to forge a distinct connection with the audience in his own way.
The heady combination of Mahesh Babu and director Trivikram Srinivas has reportedly fetched an impressive Rs 25 crores for the Hindi dubbing rights of the film. This surpasses the record prices set by Mahesh Babu's earlier films and even outshines some of his competitors in the industry. Sources indicate that Mahesh Babu's films, known for their charming looks, romance, and action sequences, have a substantial viewership among Hindi-speaking audiences.
While his previous movies like 'Maharshi,' 'Sarkarivaari Paata,' and 'Sarileru Neekevvaru' were traded between Rs 16 to 21 crores, the Mahesh-Trivikram collaboration has reportedly earned ace Telugu producer S Radhakrishna a substantial sum. The film is slated to enjoy a wide theatrical release after three months of its initial release.
With Mahesh Babu's popularity soaring among pan-India viewers, his much-anticipated debut in Hindi with acclaimed director S S Rajamouli's action adventure is expected to propel him into the Bollywood limelight, expanding his horizons beyond the southern film industry. As his fans eagerly anticipate this cinematic journey, Mahesh Babu's unique approach continues to set him apart in the ever-evolving landscape of Indian cinema.