Actor Sumanth expressed strong confidence that his upcoming devotional action thriller, Mahendragiri Varahi, will deliver an engaging theatrical experience for audiences worldwide. Having secured a U/A censor certificate, the film is scheduled for a theatrical release on September 11 and has already built momentum through aggressive promotions by producers Madhu and Laxman. Highlighting the film’s broader reach, Sumanth noted that the project is releasing in Hindi and Tamil alongside Telugu, generating enthusiastic interest among audiences in the North. He credited director Santossh Jagarlapudi’s deep understanding of the Vedas and Puranas for making the subject a perfect fit, adding that the teaser and trailer have received a gratifying response.
Plot, Character Details, and Special Appearances:
Sumanth revealed that he instantly liked the story upon hearing the narration from director Santossh Jagarlapudi, specifically highlighting the interval, pre-climax, and climax sequences as major highlights. In the movie, Sumanth portrays a man who exposes superstitions through YouTube, navigating a plot that blends a devotional action thriller with a strong family drama and commercial elements. Addressing comparisons regarding the film’s premise such as individuals from a specific lineage dying after crossing the age of 33 Sumanth dismissed similarities to Murari and clarified that the film was not created to capitalize on any passing trend. Additionally, the actor praised Siddhu Jonnalagadda for his serious special appearance, noting that a shared scene between them has turned out exceptionally well and will serve as a major asset to the film. Looking ahead, Sumanth also shared his openness to exploring negative and supporting characters in future projects.
