Nani has spent his last screen outing leading a bloody uprising in The Paradise. If the latest reports hold, his next romantic chapter could be far quieter. The Telugu star is being linked to director C. Prem Kumar, whose films 96 and Meiyazhagan are known for gentle, emotional storytelling.
The report in brief
According to Telugu360 and Movies Singapore, Nani is being considered for a collaboration with Prem Kumar on an emotional love story. The project is said to have a strong female lead, with Rukmini Vasanth reportedly finalised for the role. Neither Nani nor the director has made an official announcement, so these names are early reports rather than confirmed casting.
- Nani was last seen in Srikanth Odela’s action thriller The Paradise.
- He has said a romantic film will follow his upcoming action comedy Bloody Romeo.
- Bloody Romeo is directed by Sujeeth and will show Nani as both a chef and an outlaw.
Why Prem Kumar is an interesting fit
Prem Kumar’s recent films lean on nostalgia, emotional restraint and relationships. That style matches what Nani has said about his planned romance: he described it as a “subtle and sweet” love story made for audiences of all ages. In a recent interview, Nani added that children are often the first to approach him at public events, and he is glad to make a film they can enjoy too.
Where the love story sits in his slate
The Paradise is set in the 1980s and follows Jadal, a young man who rises against a feudal landlord and his son. It is a large-scale action thriller; a romance with Prem Kumar would shift Nani into a softer register.
Before that comes Bloody Romeo, directed by Sujeeth. The film is being called a stylish action comedy, and Nani has said the action will not be excessively raw or gory. His character is expected to carry two identities, a chef and an outlaw, and the makers recently shared a behind-the-scenes look at Nani’s new hairstyle. Reports also suggest Preity Mukundhan and Prithviraj Sukumaran could play key roles in the film.
What to watch for
The clearest item is Nani’s own confirmation: a love story is on his slate after Bloody Romeo. Whether Prem Kumar and Rukmini Vasanth are part of it is still an open question. An official announcement would turn this report into news; until then, it is an intriguing possibility to follow.
Source: PINKVILLA
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