NTR’s latest movie Devara is set for release on September 27, 2024. Directed by Koratala Siva, the film will be released in two parts. Promotions are in full swing, and as part of this, the trailer was launched on September 10 in Mumbai, where NTR, Saif Ali Khan, and Koratala Siva attended.

During the trailer launch, NTR made some intriguing comments, which many believe were indirect criticisms of Chiranjeevi. He said that Koratala Siva always has movies running in his mind and needs the right people around him to create blockbusters. Some have interpreted this as a reference to the failure of Acharya.

Koratala Siva’s Acharya, starring Chiranjeevi, was a major box-office failure, and NTR’s comments seem to point fingers at the people involved in the project. Chiranjeevi had previously expressed frustration over Acharya‘s failure, suggesting that Koratala hadn’t put enough focus into the movie. Despite this, Koratala never responded to Chiranjeevi’s criticism, though rumors suggest the director faced severe financial losses due to the film.

With NTR’s comments now surfacing, Acharya’s controversy seems to have reignited. Chiranjeevi’s fans have taken to social media, expressing their displeasure, while some argue that NTR’s words have been misinterpreted and were not aimed at Chiranjeevi. How this issue will unfold remains to be seen.

Meanwhile, Devara‘s trailer received mixed responses. While visuals and action sequences were praised, many feel the story lacks substance, as it seems similar to several films in the past. Anirudh’s background score stood out as a highlight.

Janhvi Kapoor, making her South Indian film debut, plays the female lead opposite NTR. This is a major project for Janhvi, and if Devara succeeds, it could establish her in the South Indian industry. Saif Ali Khan plays the lead antagonist, adding star power to the film. Given the stakes involved, Devara‘s success is crucial for NTR.

On another front, Balakrishna fans and TDP supporters have begun a negative campaign against Devara, trolling the trailer extensively, fueled by the ongoing cold war between Balakrishna and NTR. How this impacts the movie’s release remains a point of speculation.