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Casting details for Nagarjuna Akkineni’s milestone 100th film have started to take shape, with reports confirming that Tabu, Aishwarya Rajesh, and Kannada actress Sushmitha Bhatt will be playing key roles. Directed by Ra Karthik of Made In Korea fame, the film has already completed a portion of its shoot, though most details are being kept strictly under wraps.

A new update suggests that the film will revolve around a strong father–daughter emotional core. According to ongoing buzz, Sushmitha Bhatt may be seen playing Nagarjuna’s daughter, adding a crucial emotional layer to the narrative. However, this has not been officially confirmed yet.

The father–daughter sentiment has been a recurring theme in recent Telugu cinema, seen in films like Hi Nanna, Bhagavanth Kesari, and Saindhav. While such emotional storytelling has resonated with audiences, only a few films have managed to achieve strong box-office success.

If Nagarjuna’s milestone project is indeed built around this emotional backbone, its success will largely depend on how effectively the drama is balanced with engaging commercial elements. Introducing a relatively fresh face in such a pivotal role could bring novelty, but the impact will ultimately rely on how well the character is written and executed.

For now, the casting speculation has certainly generated curiosity. Given Ra Karthik’s previous work in Made In Korea, expectations remain that he could deliver a strong emotional narrative that connects with a section of the audience.