- By Swati Singh
- Sat, 02 Dec 2023 06:52 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Animal Telugu Version: Sandeep Reddy Vanga, remaining true to his signature theme of intense violence, reaffirmed his directorial prowess with the latest cinematic offering, 'Animal,' which graced the big screen on December 1, 2023. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles, while Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol appear in pivotal roles.
At a press conference held in Hyderabad, Sandeep Reddy Vanga faced questions about casting for the Telugu remake of ‘Animal’. When Ranbir Kapoor eagerly expressed interest in taking on the lead role for the Telugu version, Anil Kapoor threw his hat in the ring as well. However, Vanga had a different choice in mind and promptly disclosed, ‘Mahesh Babu’.
According to a report in Deccan Chronicle, in 2019, the first choice for the lead role in 'Animal' was initially Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu. According to a source, both Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Mahesh Babu were eager to work together. However, the actor ultimately decided not to take on the project, titled "Devil" at that time, as he found the film's subject matter too dark for his personal taste and what he believed would resonate with the audience.
About Animal
'Animal' is an action-packed thriller in Hindi, crafted by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who not only co-wrote the script but also took charge of editing and directing. T-Series and Cine1 Studios joined forces to bring this cinematic venture to life, with a star-studded cast featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Tripti Dimri.
In 'Animal,' Anil Kapoor takes on the role of Balbir Singh, the father of Ranbir Kapoor's role. Rashmika Mandanna will be seen taking on the role of Geetanjali, Ranbir's love interest, while Bobby Deol portrays the antagonist in the film.