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Director Boyapati Sreenu, known for delivering mass blockbusters in Telugu cinema, had never attempted a Pan-India project—until Akhanda 2. Although the film didn’t achieve the expected pan-India success, Boyapati is reportedly determined to continue pursuing large-scale ventures.

Industry buzz suggested that Boyapati had met Ranveer Singh and narrated a story for a potential collaboration. However, Ranveer’s unprecedented success with Dhurandhar and the upcoming Dhurandhar 2 (set for March 19) has kept him busy, with several big Hindi directors now pursuing him. As a result, the Ranveer-Boyapati project appears to be on hold.

According to the latest reports, Boyapati is now considering Rana Daggubati for the film. With his recognition among Hindi audiences through projects like Dum Maaro Dum, Baahubali, and the web series Rana Naidu, Rana is seen as a fitting choice for Boyapati’s vision. While it’s unclear whether the story intended for Ranveer will be retained, the director aims to mount Rana’s film on a grand scale with a multi-lingual release.

Rana has previously showcased his versatility with films like Nene Raju Nene Mantri, directed by Teja, which featured a different script and presentation. Boyapati, known for crafting powerful roles that elevated actors like Jagapathi Babu and Aadhi Pinisetty, may similarly create a mass-packed role for Rana. Audiences are now eager to see whether this collaboration will deliver a blockbuster that boosts Rana’s career even further.