"Dude is a Great Family Entertainer; It will be Loved Like Love Today and Dragon": Pradeep Ranganathan at Pre-Release Event
Youth sensation Pradeep Ranganathan, who delivered back-to-back hits with Love Today and Dragon, is set to enthrall audiences this Diwali with his latest film, 'Dude.' The romantic comedy is produced by leading production house Mythri Movie Makers and marks the directorial debut of Keerthiswaran.
The film, which features Mamitha Baiju opposite Pradeep (following the blockbuster Premalu), and Sathyaraj in a pivotal role, is scheduled for a grand release on October 17th in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. The pre-release event in Hyderabad saw tremendous enthusiasm from the film fraternity.
Hero Pradeep Ranganathan’s Confidence
Speaking at the event, Hero Pradeep Ranganathan expressed his deep connection with Hyderabad:
"Namaskarams to everyone. Hyderabad is another family for me. You have greatly supported all my films, and I am grateful for your love. If you loved Love Today and Dragon, you will definitely love 'Dude'. It’s a fantastic film and a great family entertainer."
Pradeep also humorously thanked the producers: "I thank Mythri Movie Makers. This is a great opportunity for me to connect more with the Telugu audience. Mythri Movie Makers pay very well. I took very good payment for this movie! (Laughs). I thank director Keerthi; he has made such a wonderful film. After watching the movie, you will be the ones saying how big a director he is going to become."
Director and Heroine Share Excitement
Director Keerthiswaran revealed his journey began in Hyderabad:
"This is a huge blessing. After writing the script, I traveled all over Chennai looking for a producer, but ultimately, my film journey started right here in Jubilee Hills with Mythri Movie Makers. I never even dreamed of working with them. Pradeep Garu cares deeply about the Telugu audience, and while we were shooting, he would read every scene and assure me that it would definitely connect with them. Allu Arjun Garu's Arya was a major inspiration for this script."
Heroine Mamitha Baiju added, "I’m very happy. Thank you to everyone who came to support us. Mythri Movie Makers is a strong pillar for this film, and working with Pradeep Garu was a great experience. Please watch Dude in theaters on October 17th."
Industry Leaders Predict a Hat-Trick Hit
Several prominent Telugu directors attended the event, showering praise on the film and the team:
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Director Shiva Nirvana: "It has been a long time since we had such a youthful film. I, along with all of you, am ready to enjoy the film on the 17th. I believe this film will give Keerthi a great success, and it will be a hat-trick hit for Pradeep Garu."
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Director Hanu Raghavapudi: "The Boom Boom song gave such a great vibe; that one song is enough to convey the film's energy. Pradeep and Mamitha's chemistry is amazing."
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Director Buchi Babu Sana: "When Ravi Garu and Naveen Garu told me about Dude, I was very excited. I am a big fan of Pradeep Garu. The hit vibration of this film is palpable."
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Producer Naveen Yerneni (Mythri Movie Makers): "We are very confident about this film. The team worked very hard, and we request everyone to come to the theaters on October 17th and bless us."
Lyricist Ramajogayya Sastry expressed confidence in the director and the hero: "Mythri Movie Makers has a lucky touch. Director Keerthi has great clarity. I believe Pradeep Garu will score a hat-trick with this film."
DOP Niketh Bommi noted that the project became a "very big canvas" after Mythri Movie Makers stepped in, promising excellent visuals for the audience.
