'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' update: Pawan Kalyan starrer cop drama wraps up climax shoot; makers share BTS pic
Actor-deputy CM
Pawan Kalyan
has been away from films for a while and is now coming with multiple films. After the recent release of 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu', the latest updates suggest that the Power Star has completed the climax of his next movie.
Climax shoot
successfully wrapped up
The makers of director
Harish Shankar
's much-anticipated cop-drama 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh', starring Pawan Kalyan, have officially announced the completion of the film's high-octane climax sequence. On Tuesday, the production house took to social media to share the update.
Post includes BTS pic
Posting on X, the team wrote, "An electrifying climax high on emotions and action was wrapped up under the supervision of #NabaKanta master."
The post also had a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the set, where the director seems to be speaking with Pawan Kalyan.
The production house also lauded Pawan Kalyan, who currently serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, for his dedication to the film's schedule. They further wrote, "Despite his cabinet meetings and responsibilities as the Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh and taking part in Hari Hara Veera Mallu presentations, Power Star Pawan Kalyan Garu completed the shoot swiftly. This is a testament of his dedication and hardworking nature".
About the film
The film features actress
Sreeleela
as the female lead.
Devi Sri Prasad
is composing the music, while cinematographer Ayananka Bose handles the visuals, and Ujjwal Kulkarni is in charge of editing. The action sequences are being choreographed by the renowned Ram-Laxman duo, with production design helmed by Anand Sai.
Meanwhile, Pawan Kalyan is also gearing up to wrap up 'They Call Him OG', which is slated to hit theatres on September 25 this year.
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