One of the most talked-about Telugu film franchises at the moment is the Mad series, produced by Sithara Entertainment’s Naga Vamsi. While fans were eagerly anticipating Mad Cube, the sequel confirmed by director Kalyan Shankar, recent reports suggest a major change in plans.
The much-anticipated Mad Cube, starring Narne Nithin, Sangeeth Shoban, Ram Nithin, and Sri Gouri Priya, has reportedly been shelved. Instead, Naga Vamsi is now producing a new installment titled Mad Juniors, featuring a fresh cast, with Kalyan Shankar returning as director.
Although Naga Vamsi has not provided an official explanation for the shift, sources indicate that the original actors from Mad 1 and Mad 2 were demanding extremely high paychecks. Unable to accommodate these costs, the producer opted to reboot the sequel with newcomers, relying on the director’s proven ability to deliver engaging cinema.
Industry insiders view Mad Juniors as a cost-effective gamble, with the potential to perform well at the box office while keeping production expenses under control. Fans of the franchise will be curious to see if the new cast can carry forward the spirit of the beloved Mad series.
