Naga Chaitanya to Step into History? Actor in Talks for a Grand Tenali Ramakrishna Biopic with Thandel Director Chandoo Mondeti!

After the roaring success of Thandel, Naga Chaitanya is setting his sights on an ambitious pan-Indian period drama based on the legendary Telugu scholar and poet, Tenali Ramakrishna.

A Historic Collaboration in the Making?

Naga Chaitanya’s Thandel, which hit theaters on February 7, has been receiving overwhelming love from audiences, enjoying a stellar box office run. At the film’s recent success meet, director Chandoo Mondeti hinted at a potential historical drama featuring the actor in the lead.

If this project materializes, it will mark Naga Chaitanya’s first-ever venture into the period genre, sparking immense excitement among fans. This untitled film will also be the actor-director duo’s fourth collaboration, following Premam, Savyasachi, and Thandel.

Why Tenali Ramakrishna?

For those unfamiliar, Tenali Ramakrishna was a celebrated Telugu poet and one of the Ashtadiggajas in King Krishnadevaraya’s royal court. Known for his razor-sharp wit, intelligence, and humorous problem-solving skills, Tenali’s legacy continues to thrive through folklore, books, and television adaptations.

Portraying such an iconic and beloved historical figure will be a career-defining move for Naga Chaitanya. However, the project is still in early discussions, and no official confirmation has been made.

What’s Next for Chandoo Mondeti?

While the idea of this period film excites many, Chandoo Mondeti has other commitments lined up. His immediate focus remains on directing the much-anticipated Karthikeya 3 with Nikhil Siddhartha before diving into new projects.

Meanwhile, Naga Chaitanya continues to bask in the success of Thandel, a gripping real-life drama about Srikakulam fishermen who were captured by Pakistani forces. The film, which also stars Sai Pallavi, is running successfully in theaters worldwide.

With an intriguing historical project potentially in the pipeline, fans are eagerly waiting to see if Naga Chaitanya will bring Tenali Ramakrishna’s brilliance to the big screen. Stay tuned for more updates!