Mega family hero Varun Tej has been facing a tough phase in his career, with a series of flops denting his market value. His recent solo films like Ghani, Gandeevadhari Arjuna, Operation Valentine, and Matka failed to make an impact, with Matka being a unexpected disaster, barely recovering a fraction of its investment.
Amid these flops, rumours emerged about Varun’s next project with UV Creations being shelved. However, the production house recently announced the film, directed by Merlapaka Gandhi.
Known for hits like Venkatadri Express and Express Raja, Gandhi will helm this comedy set in a Rayalaseema backdrop, tentatively titled Korean Kanakaraju.
With UV Creations and First Frame Entertainments backing the project, this film is crucial for both Varun and Gandhi. A hit could revive their careers, but another failure might complicate things further. For UV Creations, this film is equally important to regain lost ground.