Thandel' Leaks Online, but Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's Chemistry Excites Fans
Hyderabad, February 7, 2025 – Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's highly anticipated film, 'Thandel,' directed by Chandoo Mondeti, has unfortunately fallen victim to online piracy on the day of its release. Despite the setback, the film is receiving positive reviews, particularly for the lead actors' performances and on-screen chemistry.
'Thandel' tells the story of fishermen from Srikakulam who find themselves in Pakistani waters, where they are imprisoned and face hardship. Naga Chaitanya plays a fisherman, and Sai Pallavi plays his love interest. The film is inspired by the real-life experiences of fishermen from Andhra Pradesh, including Chodipilli Musalayya, who were detained and tortured after drifting into Pakistani waters.
Even though the film has been leaked on piracy websites, viewers who caught early shows are praising the chemistry between Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi. Many are also applauding the music by DSP, calling it some of his best work in recent years, and noting that the film has feel-good moments and a well-executed ending.
Fans have shared their thoughts on social media, with one user calling 'Thandel' a "comeback film" for Naga Chaitanya. Another praised the film's love track, songs, and patriotic touch. Some viewers have noted that while the lead actors' chemistry is good, the film's pacing could be better. Despite mixed opinions on the storyline and pacing, many agree that Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi delivered outstanding performances, bringing emotional depth to their characters.
Naga Chaitanya reportedly charged between Rs 15 crore to Rs 20 crore for his role in 'Thandel,' while Sai Pallavi received Rs 5 crore. After its theatrical run, 'Thandel' will be available on Netflix, with satellite rights acquired by Zee Telugu.
How did Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi prepare for their roles in Thandel?
Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi underwent significant preparation for their roles in "Thandel," a film based on a true story about fishermen who drift into Pakistani waters.
Naga Chaitanya's Preparation:
- Physical and Mental Transformation: Chaitanya went through physical and mental training to embody his character, Raju, who is the captain, "Thandel," of the fishermen.
- Physical Appearance: He adopted a fisherman's look, which included growing his hair and beard, and tanning his skin.
- Language and Body Language: Chaitanya worked on mastering the Srikakulam dialect and body language to authentically portray a fisherman from that region. He dedicated eight months to fine-tuning the Srikakulam slang.
- Dance Sequence: He trained for a dance sequence with Sai Pallavi, involving rehearsals and workshops.
- Meeting Real-Life Fishermen: Naga Chaitanya met with real-life fishermen from Srikakulam who had faced similar challenges to understand their experiences, memories, and challenges. This influenced him as an actor and as a person.
Sai Pallavi's Role:
- Naga Chaitanya praised Sai Pallavi for bringing a lot of energy to the screen and complementing his performance.
- Allu Aravind revealed that Sai Pallavi was specifically cast because the role couldn't be played by a "white-skin girl from Bombay".
Additional Preparations:
- Workshops: The team conducted workshops to ensure they got the details right.
- Time Commitment: Naga Chaitanya dedicated two years to the film and didn't take up other commitments during this period.
With inputs from agencies
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