When Fahadh Faasil revealed initial plans for Pushpa franchise; Allu Arjun starrer was supposed to be a web series on Netflix?

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As a seasoned cinephile with a knack for uncovering intriguing behind-the-scenes stories, I must say that the evolution of Pushpa 2: The Rule from a single film to a multi-part saga is nothing short of captivating. It’s fascinating to learn about the initial plans of director Sukumar and how it transformed into the epic we see today.

As a connoisseur of all things lifestyle and entertainment, I must share my excitement over the much-anticipated release of Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, which hit theaters on December 5, 2024. In recent weeks, social media has been buzzing with discussions around this highly-anticipated sequel following the rediscovery of an intriguing interview with one of its talented stars. This conversation has provided a unique glimpse into the film’s making and the motivations behind each captivating scene.

Back in 2022, I was beyond thrilled when Fahadh Faasil shared during an interview with The Cue that he first received an offer for Sukumar’s film featuring Allu Arjun, originally intended as a single project. It turns out my character, Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat, was initially planned to make his grand entrance right at the movie’s intermission!

In a vintage interview, the actor from Aavesham revealed, “There was never a Pushpa 1 or Pushpa 2; there was only one Pushpa. The police station scene, the interval, and my character’s role were shared with me in sequence.” Additionally, he mentioned that director Sukumar initially envisioned a story about a man who lacks an identity but yearns for greatness, works to realize his mother’s aspirations, and conquers his childhood adversities.

In the narrative, Fahadh’s character enters at this juncture to rekindle memories of past challenges for the main character. As the film progresses, it splits into two segments and there’s speculation about an additional third chapter.

Additionally, Fahadh Faasil shared earlier on that the movie was initially intended as a Netflix web series because of the extensive nature of the storyline.

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2024-12-11 18:37