Following the back-to-back success of cult hits like Little Hearts and Raju Weds Rambai, the dynamic producer duo Bunny Vas and Vamshi Nandipati are back with a gripping horror-thriller titled "Eesha." Presented by renowned producer KL Damodara Prasad and produced by Hema Venkateswara Rao under HVR Productions, the film is set for a grand theatrical release on December 25. Directed by Srinivas Manne, the movie stars Akhil Raj (fresh off the success of Raju Weds Rambai), Trigun, and Hebah Patel in the lead roles.
Ahead of the release, Bunny Vas and Vamshi Nandipati shared insights about the film and their future strategies.
On Selecting "Eesha": Content over Obligation
When asked if they took up this project out of obligation following their recent hits, Bunny Vas clarified, "This isn't an obligation. We only associate with a film if we genuinely believe in the content. If we don't like a movie, we suggest alternative paths for the makers. We joined Eesha because we are confident in its story."
What Makes "Eesha" Unique?
Vamshi Nandipati emphasized that the film's appeal is immediate. "Within the first ten minutes, audiences will understand why we chose this film. It is an intense horror-thriller that keeps you hooked throughout. While the horror is gripping, the last 15–20 minutes offer something entirely new and meaningful that transcends the typical genre tropes."
The Winning Strategy: Beyond Distribution
The duo has carved a niche for themselves by taking over projects in their final stages and turning them into hits.
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The "Trendsetter" Approach: Vamshi explained that they act as more than just distributors. They get involved in the edit room, refine the background score (RR), and strategize marketing while closing non-theatrical deals before release.
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The Judgment: Bunny Vas added, "I may have faced failures with my own productions, but I have a strong track record in distribution. We watched the first copy of Eesha and made small tweaks, including trimming about six minutes of footage to make it more gripping."
A Glimpse into 2026: Big Projects Ahead
The producers revealed an exciting lineup for the coming year:
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Bunny Vas: Announced three films for February—one under Geetha Arts and two under Bunny Vas Works. He also confirmed a musical film starring Naga Chaitanya, produced primarily by Rockline Venkatesh.
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Vamshi Nandipati: Confirmed that the highly anticipated Polimera 3 will likely release in February or March 2026, in collaboration with Asian Sunil and BV Works.
Quick Highlights
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Cast: Akhil Raj, Trigun, Hebah Patel, Siri Hanumanthu, Babloo, and Pruthviraj.
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Genre: Horror-Thriller with real-life emotional connections.
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Key Feature: A "stunning" climax that relates to real-life incidents.
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Release Strategy: Confident of the content, the makers are planning special premieres ahead of the December 25th release.
