Selection of Keerthy Suresh for one of the prestigious biopic on Savithri under the title of ‘Mahanati’ raised many eyebrows in T-town. After gaming with the names of Nithya Menon, Vidya Balan and Samanta, the reason behind director Nag Ashwin or producer Aswini Dutt and his daughters opting for Keerthy Suresh is still unknown.
Except ‘Nenu Shailaja,’ none of the films from Keerthy worked well in Telugu states. On a frank note, she isn’t a familiar name and face in lower order Telugu centers although signed couple of big movies besides star heroes. Taking up Savithri character won’t be easy for Keerthy who hasn’t proved anything extra ordinary till date in Tollywood.
Samanta and Nithya Menon are so close to Telugu hearts. What’s the advantage Nag Ashwin found in Keerthy than above two is mysterious. More than commercial pull, in fact they two are strong performers than Keerthy. Let’s wait for an official word.