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Mallidi Vassishta, who gained recognition as a successful director with the hit film Bimbisara, is now facing a critical phase in his career as he works on his second project, Vishwambhara. The film, which is set to star Chiranjeevi, has already stirred up some controversy, particularly due to recent comments made by Vassishta’s father, Satyanarayana Reddy, a respected producer in the industry.

In a recent interview, Satyanarayana Reddy shared insights about his career and Vishwambhara, but his remarks regarding the film’s teaser have raised eyebrows. He claimed that the teaser was generated using AI due to time constraints, without any VFX work. However, this statement contradicts earlier statements from the team, who emphasized the hard work put into generating the teaser. This discrepancy has led to confusion, with some speculating that Satyanarayana Reddy is attempting to downplay the negative reception of the teaser’s VFX.

It is widely acknowledged that the teaser’s VFX fell short of expectations, and while AI may have been used, it is unlikely that it entirely generated the teaser. The contradictory statements surrounding the production process are more likely to fuel negativity than alleviate concerns, potentially harming the buzz around the film instead of building anticipation.

Adding to the tension, Satyanarayana Reddy’s comments about actors Nithiin and Sirish failing to honor their commitments for his production house have also sparked controversy. In the age of social media, such remarks can quickly escalate and cause unwanted distractions for the team working on Vishwambhara.

Despite these challenges, the team is focusing on improving the VFX quality and aims to release the film in July. However, Vassishta, who made an impressive debut as a director with Bimbisara, now faces the pressure of proving himself once again. The success of Vishwambhara will be crucial for his career, and the recent interview by his father has certainly not helped in generating a positive atmosphere for the film’s release. As Vassishta navigates this critical phase, it is clear that a more measured and focused approach from all involved could go a long way in ensuring the movie’s success.