Janhvi Kapoor is all set to make her Telugu debut with Devara Part 1, a highly anticipated film starring Jr NTR and Saif Ali Khan. The trailer for the movie, which was released on September 10, 2024, showcases an epic tale of power, vengeance, and fear. The film is directed by Koratala Siva and features a stellar cast, including Prakash Raj and Shruthi Marathe.
At the trailer launch event in Mumbai, Janhvi Kapoor expressed her excitement about working in the South Indian film industry for the first time. She referred to her debut as “Ghar Wapsi” (homecoming), explaining that she feels a strong connection with the Telugu audience and the industry. Janhvi also expressed her admiration for Jr NTR, stating that she had a wonderful experience working with him and that she wishes to collaborate on future projects as well.
Jr NTR plays dual roles in Devara Part 1, taking on the characters of Devara and Varadha (aka Deva and Vara). Saif Ali Khan portrays Bhaira, a kushti (wrestling) expert, while Janhvi plays the character of Thangam. Saif praised Jr NTR, describing him as one of the most down-to-earth and hospitable actors he’s worked with.
The film promises a thrilling cinematic experience, blending action, drama, and powerful performances. Devara Part 1 will be released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, on September 27, 2024.