Anirudh Ravichander reviews Jr NTR's Devara: 'A new world and intense action...'

Music composer Anirudh Ravichander is quite upbeat about the upcoming movie Devara Part 1, expressing strong confidence in its potential success. Speaking at the pre-release event in Chennai, Anirudh highlighted that the film, starring Telugu superstar Jr NTR, is poised to make a significant impact, particularly with Tamil Nadu audiences.

Written and directed by Koratala Siva, Devara is being closely watched by industry insiders who hope it will enjoy the same kind of reception in Tamil Nadu as past blockbusters like Pushpa, RRR, and Baahubali. Anirudh believes Devara has all the elements necessary to captivate fans of action dramas.

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"I believe that Devara will run superbly in Tamil too. I've finished the background score for the movie. It's a hardcore action film, but it also introduces a new setting, geography, and a whole new world," Anirudh shared. "The film is elevated to another level with Tarak Anna's acting and Shiva sir's writing."

Anirudh, who shares a close friendship with Jr NTR, affectionately referred to the actor as his "elder brother." He added, "Tarak Anna is my best friend in Hyderabad. My energy and his energy are always in sync. He's like my elder brother, and I can confide in him."

The composer went on to praise Jr NTR’s intense performance in the film, stating, "What makes him an excellent actor is his ability to make us feel whatever he feels on screen. Especially in Devara, when he shows his fury and rage, we feel them. This character is very challenging, and he has nailed it."

Anirudh concluded by expressing his strong confidence in the film's success, noting that as its music director, he has had the privilege of being its "first audience." He remarked, "I've seen the entire film, and I and my team are so happy to be a part of it. I do not doubt that this film will be a sure hit."

Devara Part 1 is set to release worldwide on September 20. It also stars Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor.

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