On Cloud Nine

THE PRINCE OF TOLLYWOOD SUPER STAR MAHESH BABU IS NOW RIDING HIGH ON 'SARKARU VAARI PAATA'

- Rajeshwari Kalyanam

Mahesh Babu is on a high. He has all the reasons too. His film 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata', two years in the making - thanks to Covid released on May 12. And has grossed over 200 crore worldwide, with fans comparing it with his all-time hits 'Pokiri' and the classic 'Khaleja'. What more, 'Major' the prestigious film starring Adivi Sesh made under GMB banner in Telugu, Hindi and Malayalam is already making waves, wherever it has released.

His upbeat mood was visible during the trailer launch of 'Major' when he said in a lighter vein - "I do not take risks, you must know this the last four years whatever I have done has only been a blockbuster" much to the delight of his fans. That kind of confidence is evidently thanks to the previous hits as well - 'Bharat Ane Nenu', 'Maharshi' and 'Sari Leru Neekevvaru'. "Choosing good stories is the secret of my films' success. It has been an excellent journey over the last four years."

Speaking about SVP that stands as the biggest grosser of Telugu film industry in 2022, "I have thoroughly enjoyed working for the film. My characterisation is totally new. Sometimes, I was reminded of 'Pokiri' days with the kind of dialogues, attitude, and body language. It is a film for repeat audience," he shares.