This Sankranthi has turned into a celebration of laughter for movie lovers, with Anaganaga Oka Raju receiving an enthusiastic and heartwarming response in theatres. Starring star entertainer Naveen Polishetty, the film released on January 14 amid high expectations and has quickly earned strong word-of-mouth, with audiences calling it a complete festive entertainer that blends humour with emotion.
After delivering three back-to-back hits, Naveen Polishetty once again struck a chord with viewers through this family-friendly comedy. From the very first show, the film began drawing positive reactions, with theatre audiences enjoying the nonstop comedy while also connecting deeply with the emotional climax. The strong opening response prompted the team to hold a success press meet to share their happiness and express gratitude to audiences.
Speaking on the occasion, Naveen Polishetty thanked viewers for turning Anaganaga Oka Raju into a crowd favourite. He said the response from overseas premieres itself was overwhelming and added that hearing audiences describe the film as nonstop entertainment was extremely satisfying. Naveen shared his personal experience of watching the film with audiences at a Hyderabad theatre, where he witnessed continuous laughter throughout both halves of the film. He noted that many viewers came expecting pure comedy but were pleasantly surprised by the emotional impact of the climax, with some even moved to tears. Expressing heartfelt gratitude, he thanked audiences for giving blockbuster talk from the very first show and also acknowledged the support of the media.
Actress Meenakshi Chaudhary, who played the female lead, said she was thrilled with the love the film is receiving. She mentioned that the appreciation for her character Charulatha made all the hard work worthwhile. Calling it a challenging and refreshing experience, she said this was the first time she played a cute mass comedy role. Releasing a film during Sankranthi and seeing it succeed, she added, is a special and joyful moment for any actor.
Producer Suryadevara Naga Vamsi said the team had strong confidence in the film from the beginning, and audiences have now validated that belief. He revealed that positive talk is spreading rapidly across theatres, especially for the comedy and the emotional finale. With growing demand, he said there is a strong possibility of increasing the number of theatres, and the film is expected to post impressive collections across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Directed by debutant Mari, Anaganaga Oka Raju has emerged as a true Sankranthi entertainer, offering laughter, emotion, and a feel-good cinematic experience. With families and youth turning up in large numbers, the film continues to enjoy a successful festive run, further strengthening Naveen Polishetty’s reputation as one of Telugu cinema’s most dependable entertainers.
