Nagarjuna: I saw pain in Akhil’s Lenin performance. At the press meet for the upcoming film Lenin, directed by Murali Kishor Abburu, Nagarjuna openly shared his emotional reaction to his son Akkineni Akhil’s performance. He mentioned that he saw a unique sadness in Akhil’s acting, which perfectly fits the story’s tone. Nagarjuna praised Akhil’s dedication and stated that this project became sentimental because the story is set in Sriramapuram, his father’s birthplace.
Nagarjuna revealed that the film’s release was moved to July 10 at the production team’s request to ensure quality output. He explained that this is the first time he has been this involved in Akhil’s work since Ivyala. As a father, he naturally wants the best for his child. Akhil shared that playing Lenin changed his personality and that he feels mentally ready for the film. He added that he will let the content speak for itself after the release.
The film is co-produced by Nagarjuna and Suryadevara Nagavamshi, with Bhagyashree Borse playing the female lead. Nagarjuna urged audiences not to compare Akhil’s career with his own, stating that if people enjoy this movie, it could achieve classic status. He emphasized that the pain in Nagarjuna: I saw pain in Akhil’s Lenin performance truly highlights the depth of the character and the story’s emotional core.
In conclusion, the Akkineni family is placing great hope on Lenin, which hits theaters on July 10. The team believes the film will impress audiences with its strong content and performances. Nagarjuna’s heartfelt remarks about seeing that pain in Akhil’s performance underscore the film’s serious and compelling narrative.