{"id":20857,"date":"2024-11-10T11:51:15","date_gmt":"2024-11-10T11:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/khabarok.com\/entertainment\/20857\/"},"modified":"2024-11-10T11:51:15","modified_gmt":"2024-11-10T11:51:15","slug":"ram-charan-brings-southern-cinemas-fanfare-to-lucknow-as-game-charger-teaser-arrives-at-pratibha-theatre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khabarok.com\/?p=20857","title":{"rendered":"Ram Charan brings southern cinema\u2019s fanfare to Lucknow as \u2018Game Charger\u2019 teaser arrives at Pratibha Theatre"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A starry-eyed man decked out in \u2018Global Star\u2019 Ram Charan\u2019s merch awaits to catch a glimpse of his idol at the teaser launch for the RRR<\/i> star\u2019s latest film. In Hyderabad, this would hardly be news, of course. But in the dazzling wash of lights that illuminates Uttar Pradesh\u2019s regal Vidhan Sabha, the eager fan seems both singular and symbolic. This was Lucknow after all \u2014 a city well beyond the bustle of Hyderabad and the conventions of Telugu cinema, or even Southern Indian cinema as a whole, for that matter.<\/p>\n

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Reflecting all the glitz at the theatre grounds and the vibrant lights at the nearby Vidhan Sabha, a striking teaser of Ram Charan\u2019s Game Changer<\/i>, directed by master director Shankar Shanmugam, arrived at the Pratibha Theatre in Lucknow on Saturday. <\/p>\n

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In addition to the lead star, the event featured appearances by co-star Kiara Advani, actors SJ Suryah and Anjali, and producer Dil Raju. However, Director Shankar was absent, as he is currently overseeing the film\u2019s post-production.<\/p>\n

Fresh off the global success of his career-defining role in SS Rajamouli\u2019s RRR<\/i>, Ram Charan was visibly moved by the warm welcome he received in Lucknow. \u201cLucknow is one of the biggest cities in the country, and I can see that even the hearts of its people are so big. I saw how you all celebrated RRR<\/i>, and I\u2019m thankful for it,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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Ram Charan attends the \u2018Game Changer\u2019 teaser release event at Lucknow\u2019s Pratibha Theatre
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When asked about the \u201cunpredictable\u201d line that closes the teaser, the star commented, \u201cUnpredictable ka meaning sabko maalum. Aage kya hoga, hum ko bhi nahi maalum\u201d (\u201cEveryone knows the meaning of \u2018unpredictable.\u2019 Even I don\u2019t know what comes next!\u201d).<\/p>\n

Reuniting with Ram after their previous collaboration in Vinaya Vidheya Rama<\/i>, Kiara shared her fondness for the city: \u201cLucknow is very special to me. In fact, three years ago, I was here shooting when I got the call from Shankar sir for Game Changer<\/i>. To now be back here for the teaser launch feels surreal.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Ram Charan and Kiara Advani attend the \u2018Game Changer\u2019 teaser release event at Lucknow\u2019s Pratibha Theatre
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SJ Suryah was stunned by the warm reception from the Telugu-speaking audience in Lucknow, especially after his impressive turn as the antagonist in Saripodhaa Sanivaaram<\/i>, starring Nani. \u201cI feel like an upcoming star in North India! Your affection means a lot to me,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n

From towering cutouts to fans dancing to the iconic Oscar-winning \u201cNaatu Naatu\u201d and the latest \u201cRaa Macha Macha\u201d, the teaser launch event was Ram Charan\u2019s humble exhibition of the northern territories he has conquered in the wake of RRR<\/i>.<\/p>\n

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With music by Thaman S, Game Changer<\/i> also features Samuthirakani and Srikanth. Meanwhile, Sunil. S. Thirunavukkarasu is in charge of cinematography, with Shameer Muhammed handling editing. The story is penned by Karthik Subbaraj, while the screenplay is crafted by SU Venkatesan, Farhad Samji, and Vivek.<\/p>\n

Produced by Dil Raju and Shirish under the Sri Venkateswara Creations banner, Game Changer<\/i> is set to release on January 10, 2025, just in time for Makar Sankranti festivities.<\/p>\n

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