Sreeleela No Longer Part Of Akhil Akkineni Starrer Lenin? Here's What We Know
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The film will mark Akhil's comeback to the silver screen after a year-long hiatus, have left everyone excited.
In a surprising development, reports suggest that actress Sreeleela has exited Akhil Akkineni's upcoming political drama Lenin. This has reportedly led to a casting reshuffle. Directed by filmmaker Karuna Kumar, Lenin is said to be a socio-political drama with Akhil Akkineni in a never-seen-before avatar.
123Telugu has reported that Sreeleela made an exit from the film because of scheduling conflicts. Reportedly, now, makers are actively looking for another actress who can play the lead role. But still an official confirmation is awaited.
The film will mark Akhil's comeback to the silver screen after a year-long hiatus, have left everyone excited. The makers have released the title glimpse of Akhil's upcoming movie on the actor's 31st birthday and left everyone amused. On his X handle, Nagarjuna, who will also be co-producing Akhil Akkineni's 6th film, unveiled Lenin's title glimpse video. The gripping first glimpse was released on the actor's birthday, 8 April, leaving his fans more excited. The one-minute glimpse featured a dramatic first look of the actor, much different from his usual romantic image. Sreeleela, will also seemingly be paired opposite Akhil, and has a brief presence in the tease. Alongside it, the doting father also penned a heartfelt note for the actor. 'Happy birthday, dear Akhil… may the Universe bless you with all its power and glory." Indeed, what's a better birthday present for the actor than this?
The teaser video also signalled that Akhil's character has a beautiful connection to Lord Krishna, adding a mythological significance to his upcoming movie. The drastic transformation of the actor from his previous roles indeed proved his incredible acting skills. In the end, however, the film's teaser video features a caption that reads, 'No war is more violent than love," highlighting that Lenin will have a narrative based on romantic struggle.
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June 25, 2025, 13:48 IST
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