In Tollywood, hits are the ultimate measure of success for any director or hero. If a film flops, the industry quickly turns its back, and no one cares anymore. Directors like Srinu Vaitla and Puri Jagannadh, who once delivered blockbusters, are prime examples of this harsh reality. While people might speak highly of them in public, no star hero is willing to give them a chance anymore.

Setting them aside, there’s a similar buzz now surrounding another director who recently delivered a huge disaster. On August 15, Harish Shankar’s Mr. Bachchan was released, and it received mixed reactions right from the first show. The audience, in particular, was disappointed with the direction, criticizing Harish for showing outdated skills. They quickly concluded that the film’s failure was due to his direction, casting a shadow over his next project.

Harish had announced that his next film would be with energetic star Ram Pothineni, but with Ram recently facing a flop with Double iSmart, rumors suggest that Ram might not be keen on working with Harish, given his recent failure. There’s speculation that this project might not materialize, especially with Ram’s fans also voicing concerns against the collaboration.

Industry insiders believe that if Harish focuses on his scripts and storytelling, he could bounce back with a hit, which could lead to more opportunities. Otherwise, they predict he might end up working with mid-range heroes on smaller projects, just to keep his career going.