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Last Updated: April 26, 2025, 18:38 IST
NC 24: Naga Chaitanya Embarks on a Unique Mythical Adventure
Naga Chaitanya is set to explore uncharted cinematic territories with his upcoming project, tentatively titled NC24. Following the success of his previous film, Thandel, Chaitanya is collaborating with Karthik Dandu, the director known for Virupaksha, in this high-budget endeavor. NC24 promises to deliver a unique mythological thriller experience that aims to captivate audiences.
The production team unveiled a sneak peek video named “NC24 – The Excavation Begins,” providing insights into the extensive preparation that has gone into the film. This behind-the-scenes footage reveals months of development and planning, highlighting the intricately crafted world that the filmmakers are constructing. Chaitanya is depicted in a striking new persona reminiscent of an adventurous explorer delving into dark caves, navigating wild rivers, and traversing dense jungles—evoking comparisons to the iconic Indiana Jones.
The video not only emphasizes the film’s grand scale but also showcases the elaborate artifacts and expansive outdoor sets being created. Advanced visual effects technology plays a significant role in bringing the mythical environment to life, with one particular scene featuring an individual covered in a green substance intended for visual effects integration. The film’s thrilling soundtrack is composed by Ajaneesh B Loknath, known for his earlier work on Virupaksha, while Neil D’Cunha takes charge of cinematography and Sri Nagendra Tangala oversees production design. Editing duties are handled by Naveen Nooli.
In a social media post accompanying the video release, the production team emphasized their extensive efforts: “Years of ideation. Months of preparation. Endless rehearsals. And what you’re seeing now is just a whisper of the storm that’s coming! #NC24 The Excavation Begins. Prepare for a mythical thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat.”
Prior to this, the first teaser poster for NC24 was revealed on Chaitanya’s 38th birthday last year. The poster features the actor confidently standing on a rock within a cave, equipped with mountaineering gear. In his online announcement, he expressed enthusiasm about being part of this ambitious project, stating, “#NC24 – An excavation into Mythical thrills & shivers. Excited to be part of your amazing vision @karthik_cinema.”
Produced by BVSN Prasad and Sukumar, with Bapineedu presenting, the film’s complete cast has not yet been officially disclosed. However, rumors suggest that Sparsh Shrivastava, known for his role in Laapataa Ladies, will play a significant part, with Meenakshi Chaudhary speculated to take on the female lead.
Naga Chaitanya’s last film, Thandel, proved to be a box office success, showcasing a romantic action storyline based on a true incident where a fisherman from Srikakulam was captured by Pakistani forces in international waters. This experience sets the stage for more ambitious narratives, such as NC24, which aims to redefine the mythical thriller genre.
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