Adivi Sesh Remembers Superstar Krishna At G2 Announcement, Says ‘When Mahesh Babu Opened…’ | Exclusive

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Last Update: January 09, 2023, 17:23 IST

Adivi Sesh talks about Superstar Krishna at the announcement of G2.  (Pic: Viral Bhayani)

Adivi Sesh talks about Superstar Krishna at the announcement of G2. (Pic: Viral Bhayani)

Adivi Sesh on Monday announced her new film G2, a sequel to Goodachari. The actor recalled superstar Krishna while talking about the film at a press conference in Mumbai.

Telugu star Adivi Sesh on Monday announced his upcoming film G2, a sequel to his 2018 film Goodachari, in Mumbai. While the actor unveiled the 50-feet poster and even took the film’s peak to the media, the actor revealed that the Vinay Kumar Siriginidi directorial will begin filming this year. Fans would remember that the 2018 film was inspired by superstar Krishna Garu’s Goodachari 116, released in 1966.

While Goodachari gave a nod to the 1966 film, News18.com asked Adivasi Shesh at the launch of the announcement whether he had discussed G2 with Krishna Garu before his demise. The actor did not reveal whether he spoke to the late superstar about the film or not. However, he recalled how he wanted Krishna garu to be a part of the 2018 film.

“You know the craziest thing was when we were making Part 1, I came to know that superstar Krishna Garu has an office in my building. As soon as I came to know, I ran (to his office) and Luckily, he was there. So when we asked him to act, he said, ‘No, I’m already old so I’m not acting anymore. But you can watch any of my original clips whenever you want. Can be used.’ So we have always had his blessings,” he said.

Shesh also disclosed that when Mahesh Babu When he opened his multiplex, he got a chance to meet Krishna Garu again. “In fact, when Mahesh sir opened the AMB multiplex in Hyderabad, I remember clicking a picture with Krishna Garu and saying, ‘Ek 116 se another tak,'” he said, remembering him fondly.

Superstar Krishna passed away on November 15 last year. The funeral was attended by many famous Telugu stars, including Allu Arjun, Prabhas, Vijay Deverakonda, Chiranjeevi, Rana Daggubati and Naga Chaitanya. The veteran actor’s career spanned almost five decades. He acted in over 350 films in a variety of roles and was also awarded the Padma Bhushan by the Government of India in 2009. His notable works include Oriki Monagadu, Bangaru Bhoomi, Kirai Kotigadu, Adavi Simhalu, Sakthi and Prajarajyam.

For G2, Adivi Sesh revealed that the film will be made on a large scale. While he will be headlining it, the team is yet to finalize the actress opposite him. The actor also hinted that fans will have to wait till 2024 for it to end.

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