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Sreeleela Exits Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin Over Scheduling Conflict

Producers have started scouting for her replacement after her departure halted production plans

Overview

  • Sreeleela’s exit was reported on June 25 as she faced date clashes with other commitments
  • Filmmakers have opened casting talks to secure a new female lead for the socio-political drama
  • Lenin marks Akhil Akkineni’s comeback to the silver screen after a yearlong hiatus
  • Directed by Karuna Kumar, the film’s first glimpse debuted on Akhil’s April birthday showcasing his new avatar
  • Sreeleela is shifting focus to non-Telugu projects, including the Bollywood musical Aashiqui 3 with Kartik Aaryan