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Indian Express
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Pawan Kalyan says he hasn't abandoned Hari Hara Veera Mallu: ‘Refrained from promoting films not out of arrogance, but…'
Although receiving the green signal from Pawan Kalyan to take on the lead role in Hari Hara Veera Mallu must have sent producer AM Rathnam to cloud nine, that moment was over five years ago. Since then, the highly ambitious project has faced several hurdles, including director Krish Jagarlamudi stepping away and multiple production halts, largely due to the Covid-19 pandemic and Pawan's political commitments. The delays were so extensive that the film's release was postponed three times just this year. Fortunately for the makers, Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 is finally gearing up to hit the screens on July 24. However, despite being a big-budget film, its promotional campaign has been notably dull, largely due to the complete absence of Pawan Kalyan, who serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. Now, just three days ahead of the film's global release, Pawan has finally made a public appearance at a promotional event, during which he addressed his earlier absence and clarified that it was not due to 'arrogance', contrary to popular speculation. Describing himself as a 'misunderstood star', Pawan Kalyan emphasised that he had not distanced himself from the project in any way. He said his presence now was intended to put an end to such rumours. 'If I have refrained from promoting my films all these years, it is not out of arrogance. I find it awkward to talk about the work that has gone into a film and market it. I have always believed that if a film is good, there is no need to promote it. And any promotion cannot help a bad film,' he said while addressing the media in Hyderabad on Monday. 'I have not been competitive in cinema. But it is cinema that gave me food, made me what I am. So I am here to state that I have not abandoned my film. Politically, I may have a recognisable name and a presence across the country. But when it comes to cinema, I know I don't rank as high as other heroes. That brings its own set of challenges. My films may not do the kind of business theirs do or bring in the same returns. My primary focus has always been politics. I never was competitive with films. My focus was always on social service. It is everyone's industry,' he added. A post shared by Hari Hara Veera Mallu (@hhvmfilm) Pawan Kalyan explained that he chose to break his usual pattern and attend the press conference of Hari Hara Veera Mallu because he wanted to support producer AM Rathnam, who, he observed, rose through the ranks with sheer hard work. The actor recalled that Rathnam was also the producer who gave him his 2001 blockbuster Kushi. 'Director Krish Jagarlamudi approached us with a high-concept story that we all liked. The film faced delays during the pandemic, and later I got busy with my political career. Though Krish stepped back due to varied reasons, Rathnam and (his son) Jyothi Krishna, who took up the task of direction, were relentless and ensured that the film was completed,' he pointed out, adding that the high-action climax episode was shot over 57 days. 'Nidhhi Agerwal single-handedly carried the burden of promoting this film. I felt very embarrassed. Here was a young actress who should be prioritising her career. Instead, she was pushing the film forward on her own,' the actor observed. Speaking about the future of his acting career, Pawan Kalyan remarked, 'Nenu politics ki velipoina taravata, Deputy CM badyatulu teeskunna taravata, andarki… 'aipoindi, inka cinemalu cheyyaledu itanu, ela chestadu?' Adi naku telsu kashtam ani (After I entered politics and took over the responsibility of being the Deputy CM, everyone wondered how I could continue to act in films. I also don't know how many films I can do). But I wanted to give my best to this film.' Also starring Bobby Deol, Nidhhi Agerwal, Nargis Fakhri and Nora Fatehi in key roles, Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 features cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa and Gnana Shekar VS, music by MM Keeravaani, production design by Thota Tharrani and editing by KL Praveen.
News18
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Everything About Pawan Kalyan's Hari Hara Veera Mallu Pre-Release Event
Last Updated: Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 - Sword vs Spirit is a period action-adventure film set in the 17th-century Mughal Empire. Pawan Kalyan's highly anticipated pan-India historical action epic, Hari Hara Veera Mallu is set to release in theatres on July 24. Ahead of the grand premiere, the film's producers have scheduled a pre-release event on July 21 in Hyderabad. Reportedly, the high-profile guest list includes ministers from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka, as well as other significant film industry figures. As per a report by the pre-release event for Hari Hara Veera Mallu will be held in the evening at Shilpa Kala Vedika in Hyderabad. The chief guests include Eshwar Khandre, Karnataka's Forest Department Minister; AP Cinematography Minister Kandula Durgesh; Telangana Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkatreddy; and popular directors such as Ss Rajamouli and Trivikram Srinivas, among others. They will share the dais with Pawan Kalyan. Earlier, producer AM Rathnam confirmed that actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan will not take part in the promotional campaign for Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Pawan Kalyan, Andhra Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister, is expected to be busy with political responsibilities in the coming months. During a recent press conference, AM Rathnam explained the reason for the actor's absence from promotional activities, particularly those targeting pan-India audiences. The film, which had been in production for several years, recently passed the Central Board of picture Certification (CBFC) process and received a UA certificate. Its final runtime is 2 hours and 42 minutes. The board has not asked for any major adjustments or cuts. Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Sword vs Spirit is a forthcoming Telugu-language period action-adventure film set in the 17th-century Mughal Empire. Krish Jagarlamudi and A.M. Jyothi Krishna directed the film, and Jagarlamudi and Sai Madhav Burra wrote the screenplay. The plot follows the famed criminal Veera Mallu, portrayed by Pawan Kalyan. In addition, Bobby Deol, Nidhhi Agerwal, Nargis Fakhri, Nora Fatehi and Satyaraj play important film was announced in January 2020 and began primary photography in September of the same year, largely in Hyderabad. After several delays, the filming concluded in May 2025. The soundtrack was composed by the legendary M.M. Keeravani. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Legal hurdles emerge for 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu'
Popular actor Pawan Kalyan 's pan-India historical masterpiece 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' was supposed to hit the screens on July 24, however, it has now found itself amidst legal trouble, which raises questions if it will release on that date. The film has created a lot of anticipation not only among Pawan Kalyan's fans but also in the film industry itself. The box office reception of the film, which has been made with a lot of effort, is being noticed not only in India but also internationally. Two companies file complaints over unpaid dues With just a few days left for the film's release, an unexpected financial crisis has arisen around the film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu'. Two companies have filed a complaint with the Telangana State Film Chamber of Commerce against the film's producer AM Rathnam. According to 123 Telugu, Asian Enterprises has demanded the return of the Rs. 2.60 crore advance payment given for the film 'Oxygen' with interest. Distributors urge to cooperate A called Mahalaxmi Films has demanded the recovery of the Rs. 90 lakhs already paid for the films 'Muthula Koduku' and 'Pangaram'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Following this, the Telangana Film Chamber has appealed to the distributors of Hari Hara Veera Mallu in the Nizam region to cooperate in this matter. There is tension in the Tollywood circle as these issues have the potential to create legal hurdles when the film is released. AM Rathnam must act fast to avoid delay In this situation, producer A.M. Rathnam is in a situation where he has to resolve these issues quickly and smooth the release of the film. The question of whether this project, which has been anticipated for many years, will be able to meet the fans without any obstacles is currently being raised in cinema circles.
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Pawan Kalyan has decided not to promote his film, here's why
Pawan Kalyan's Hari Hara Veera Mallu is anticipated to grab a mighty response at the box office upon release, and indeed, the movie has been garnering much attention already. The period action thriller has faced a lot of delay on theatrical launch and is now finally going to hit the big screens in July 2025. Will Pawan Kalyan be promoting his film Hari Hara Veera Mallu? Recently, during a press meeting, the producer of HHVM made a surprising comment as he discussed whether Pawan Kalyan would be present during the promotions of the film. For the unversed, the actor is also the current Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh, and thus, it had raised buzz on his availability to attend any pre-release event of his movie. Shedding light on the matter, AM Rathnam said, 'Please watch the film to enjoy, not just to find mistakes. This film is made for the audience. Pawan Kalyan is busy with other commitments and won't promote the film in Hindi and other languages.' Hari Hara Veera Mallu's run time and CBFC certification Well, the Krish Jagarlamudi directorial went under the scanner of CBFC recently and was awarded a UA certification. On the other hand, Hari Hara Veera Mallu has a total runtime of 2 hours and 42 minutes. No specific cuts or changes have reportedly been mentioned to the makers for the further runtime of the film. HHVM's post-theatrical streaming rights Another important buzz about Hari Hara Veera Mallu, even before its theatrical release, has been surrounding its OTT release. The makers had previously announced officially tying up with Amazon Prime Video regarding the same. As per some previous reports, the makers had initially been facing pressure from the streaming giant, especially for the multiple delays it had endured in terms of release. It was believed that Prime Video had pressured HHVM makers to finalize the release date and set a condition for the same, allowing stricter measures if the film was not to be released within a stipulated time till the end of July. The OTT platform had further warned of the delay directly affecting the deal between them, where a reduction from the signed amount can also be expected.
News18
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Hari Hara Veera Mallu Director Jyothi Krishna Pens A Note For Pawan Kalyan, Shares Pic
Last Updated: Presented by AM Rathnam, Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 1: Sword Vs Spirit's power-packed trailer was released by the makers on July 3. Pawan Kalyan is gearing up for his next release, Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Recently, the makers releaseda trailer and it immediately went viral. During the shoot, director Jyothi Krisna and his family visited the sets. A candid picture from their meeting has now gone viral. Director Jyothi Krishna shared an unseen photo and wrote, 'A picture I'll hold close to my heart forever Not just a professional memory this was a moment of a lifetime….To stand next to our Hon'ble Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh Sri @PawanKalyan garu, as the director of #HariHaraVeeraMallu… it still feels unreal. A man who gave me not just one but countless reasons to be proud to be inspired and to believe in the power of cinema and conviction. And here's the part that makes it even more memorable 🙂 My family was with me… and my daughter Ahana was right there too. Today is her first birthday. And what a memory to have from that day. Some photos become stories. This one became a blessing for me 🙂 Grateful for moments like these…#HariHaraVeeraMallu." Take a look here: Krish and Jyothi Krishna's Hari Hara Veera Mallu, starring Pawan Kalyan, is all set to release on July 24. This will mark Pawan Kalyan's first film after becoming the Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh. However, it looks like the movie has hit a roadblock, with a Bahujan group voicing their protest over the film's titular character. The community has accused the makers of misrepresenting the story. Presented by AM Rathnam, Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 1: Sword Vs Spirit's power-packed trailer was released by the makers on July 3. It features Pawan Kalyan as a rebellious warrior who dares to defy the mighty Mughal emperor, Aurangzeb, played by Bobby Deol. The 2-minute 56-second video begins with a voiceover that evokes the national spirit to protect Sanatana Dharma against the Delhi Sultanate. The Kushi star can be seen flexing his sheer personality with a commanding on-screen performance. The electrifying sequences of fight, war, and action transport the audience to the era of the epic clash between Indian warriors and the Mughals for the Kohinoor diamond. Apart from Pawan Kalyan and Bobby Deol's fearless face-off, the trailer also has a series of goosebump-inducing moments for fans. The sneak peeks of the much-anticipated movie highlight the use of iconic mythological references from Indian history and Sanatana Dharma, such as the celestial arrow of Lord Rama, among others. The trailer also features Telugu dialogues like 'The storm has arrived," 'Everyone prays to God for me to come… but you wish I wouldn't come," and many others. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
