Overview
- The megastar shared black-and-white set images from Punadhirallu on his verified X account, recalling the excitement, responsibility and emotion of that first shoot.
- In his note, he expressed gratitude to director Gudapati Rajkumar and producer Kranthi Kumar as well as to audiences for their long-standing support.
- Coverage clarifies that Punadhirallu was the first film he shot, while Pranam Khareedu reached theaters earlier.
- Reports note Punadhirallu later received two Nandi Awards, including Best Feature Film, with Gokina Rama Rao winning Best Actor.
- Outlets set the post within his wider career, from the 1983 breakthrough Khaidi to January’s MSVPG release, which Hindustan Times reported earned ₹375 crore worldwide in 25 days.