Nandamuri Kalyan Ram, eager to propel his career forward, has lined up a series of captivating films. Among these is the eagerly anticipated ‘Devil.’ Unfortunately, this movie found itself embroiled in controversy when the director’s name was omitted from its poster, signaling a disruptive turn for the project.
Initially helmed by director Naveen Medaram, creative differences led to the removal of his name, with the film’s producer, Abhishek Nama, taking directorial credit. This sparked a legal tussle initiated by Naveen, citing discontent with the move.
This legal conflict not only poses a potential setback for the movie but also adds to its existing challenges. Reports indicate that the film is grappling with closing its theatrical business. Despite post-production already underway while the shoot is ongoing, the movie’s buzz has been dampened by the controversy, making it difficult to secure theater deals.
Amidst these obstacles, ‘Devil,’ a period drama featuring Kalyan Ram as a spy and Samyuktha Menon as the female lead, struggles to overcome the negative publicity generated by the directorial dispute. The film’s period backdrop and promising cast raise anticipation, yet the prevailing controversy casts a shadow on its prospects.
In a related development, another setback looms as the producer contends with finalizing theatrical arrangements. Typically, at this stage, such deals would be sealed, but the persistent buzz around the controversy impedes the movie’s progress in this area.
As ‘Devil’ endeavors to move forward with its ambitious storyline and captivating performances, the cloud of uncertainty created by the directorial dispute and marketing hurdles poses significant challenges for its success.
