Anil Ravipudi says pan-Indian stars should return to ‘smaller films’

Filmmaker Anil Ravipudi passionately encourages pan-Indian icons to strike a harmonious balance between high-budget extravaganzas and intimate regional narratives. Drawing comparisons between the box office triumph of his film featuring Chiranjeevi and Prabhas's 'The Raja Saab', he argues that diversifying projects can not only invigorate the industry but also safeguard theatres from extinction, unveiling the rich promise of regional storytelling.

Jan 24, 2026 - 17:05
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Anil Ravipudi says pan-Indian stars should return to ‘smaller films’
Filmmaker Anil Ravipudi passionately encourages pan-Indian icons to strike a harmonious balance between high-budget extravaganzas and intimate regional narratives. Drawing comparisons between the box office triumph of his film featuring Chiranjeevi and Prabhas's 'The Raja Saab', he argues that diversifying projects can not only invigorate the industry but also safeguard theatres from extinction, unveiling the rich promise of regional storytelling.

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