The year 2023 witnessed the release of numerous movies that garnered success, yet it was notably devoid of the usual star-studded presence on the silver screen. Renowned names like Mahesh Babu, NTR, Ram Charan, and Allu Arjun were notably absent, creating an uncommon scenario in the industry.
Mahesh Babu’s absence stemmed from unforeseen delays in the shooting of his movie “Guntur Kaaram,” compounded by personal tragedy with the loss of his parents. These unfortunate events contributed to the movie’s delay, leaving his fans awaiting his return to the big screen.
Following the immense triumph of “RRR,” NTR dedicated considerable time to promoting the Oscar awards and director Koratala’s project “Devara.” These commitments caused him to miss the cinematic spotlight in 2023, leaving his fans eagerly anticipating his next appearance.
Ram Charan, another star from “RRR,” found himself in a similar situation. Despite agreeing to a film with Shankar, a meticulous filmmaking process and concurrent work on two films led to delays, resulting in his absence from the screen this year.
Allu Arjun’s absence was due to his focus on the sequel to the pan-India hit “Pushpa.” Extensive collaborative efforts and production delays pushed back the release, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his return scheduled for August next year.
Additionally, other prominent figures like Sharwanand, Nagarjuna, Venkatesh, and Rana faced various circumstances leading to their absence from the limelight in 2023. Sharwanand’s immediate switch to a new project after “Oke Oka Jeevitham” faced its own hibernation phase, while Venkatesh’s film “Saindhav” suffered due to the postponement of “Salaar,” causing him to miss this year’s theatrical presence.
Nagarjuna, recognizing the need for a break after consecutive setbacks, took a step back from the movie screen, focusing instead on hosting “Bigg Boss,” with plans to return in 2024 with ‘Saami Ranga.’
Although the absence of these stars was felt in 2023, fans can anticipate their return in the coming year, eagerly awaiting their performances and entertainment once again.
