Natasimha Nandamuri Balakrishna considered many directors to helm his 100th film. He listened to many scripts. But, he was bowled out by Gautamiputra Satakarni script narrated by director Krish. Thankfully, the film went on to become one of the most memorable ones in Balakrishna’s career.
After director Teja walked out of Balakrishna’s most ambitious project NTR biopic, he decided to rope in Krish for the film. Although he considered few other directors, his primary choice was always Krish.
Finally, Krish came on board to direct NTR biopic titled NTR. Regular shoot of the film commences from June third week. However, it will not release on the scheduled date for Dussehra.
As per sources, NTR biopic will hit the screens for Sankranthi, 2019. In fact Balakrishna has positive omen with the festival. GPSK was also released for Sankranthi. And we know what kind of sensations the film created at box office.
It is also heard that, Vidya Balan has signed the project to play the role of NTR’s wife and Balakrishna’s mother Basavatarakam.