Jr NTR, who is universally acknowledged as one of the biggest mass heroes in Indian cinema, has once again proven the massive fanbase he commands. With sky-high expectations surrounding this highly anticipated Devara: Part 1, the much-awaited pre-release event was unfortunately cancelled due to security concerns and overwhelming crowd numbers.
Originally planned as an indoor event to manage the frenzy, the sheer passion and excitement of Jr. NTR's fans made it nearly impossible to control the situation. The pre-release event, which was supposed to take place on September 22, witnessed fans storming the venue from various places across the country. Despite efforts by the police and security forces, the uncontrollable crowd, coupled with the level of excitement, led to the unfortunate cancellation of the event for safety reasons. Followed by the same, the makers issued an official statement, apologizing to fans regarding the cancellation of the event.
We were eagerly waiting for this day as we’ve worked hard on this film for years and wanted to celebrate it on a grand scale especially since its the first solo release of our beloved Man of Masses NTR after 6 years. However we faced many challenges.
Pre Release Event was…
— Devara (@DevaraMovie) September 22, 2024
This isn’t the first time an event featuring Jr NTR experienced such crowd madness. In 2004, during the audio launch of his blockbuster film Andhrawala in Kurnool, over 9 to 10 lakh people attended, arriving in trains, buses, and lorries. Special trains were arranged for fans, making it a historic event that is still a hot topic in cinema discussions. This took place after the release of his hit film Simhadri, further cementing his status as a mass icon.
More recently, Jr NTR's stardom shone bright when he was invited as the chief guest for a large-scale event in Hyderabad for Brahmastra. Though it wasn’t his film, the love his fans showed was remarkable, and the event became the talk of the town due to the overwhelming turnout. Similarly, during the RRR promotions in Mumbai, despite it being a multi-starrer event and the presence of stars like Salman Khan, Jr NTR's fans turned up in the largest numbers, chanting his name and slogans for him. This led the ‘Man of Masses’ to calm them down to ensure the smooth continuation of the event.
Now, with Devara: Part 1 poised to release on September 27, the excitement is at an all-time high. Directed by Koratala Siva and featuring music by Anirudh Ravichander, the film marks the Telugu debut of Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan. The film is slated for release in multiple languages including Hindi, simultaneously.
Also Read: Devara Part 1: Anirudh Ravichander cheers for Jr. NTR starrer ahead of its release
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