Rajahmundry witnessed a grand celebration as Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM and Power Star Pawan Kalyan graced the pre-release event of Game Changer as the chief guest. His heartfelt speech paid tribute to legendary Indian and Telugu cinema personalities and highlighted his admiration for his brother, Megastar Chiranjeevi.
A Tribute to Megastar Chiranjeevi
Pawan Kalyan expressed his gratitude to his brother, Chiranjeevi, stating, “Whatever I am today—be it Kalyan Babu, OG, or Deputy CM—is because of my brother.” He emphasized Chiranjeevi’s pivotal role in shaping both his and Ram Charan’s careers, likening Chiranjeevi to a father figure in their family.
Admiration for Shankar and Dil Raju
Pawan Kalyan shared fond memories of watching Shankar’s Gentleman and Premikudu in Chennai, even buying tickets in black. He praised Shankar’s ability to craft socially impactful stories and expressed his long-standing wish for the director to make a direct Telugu film. Additionally, he recalled his collaboration with Game Changer producer Dil Raju, crediting him for his support during Tholi Prema and Vakeel Saab.
Blessings for Ram Charan
Drawing a parallel between Ram Charan and Lord Hanuman, Pawan revealed the family significance behind Charan’s name. “Ram Charan is like Hanumanji—immensely strong yet humble. I see him as my younger brother and wish him abundant success with Game Changer,” said Pawan.
The Film and Its Cast
Game Changer, directed by Shankar, features an ensemble cast including Kiara Advani, SJ Suryah, Anjali, Srikanth, Naveen Chandra, and more. Thaman’s music promises to be a highlight of this much-awaited political drama. The film is set for a massive pan-India release on January 10, 2025.
With Pawan Kalyan’s heartfelt blessings and Ram Charan’s stellar performance, Game Changer is poised to leave a lasting impact on audiences this Sankranthi season.