Hyderabad: Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu has expressed his excitement ahead of the acting debut of his nephew Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni, who will make his big-screen debut with the upcoming romance-action drama Srinivasa Mangapuram.
Jaya Krishna is the son of the late actor Ramesh Babu and the grandson of legendary Telugu cinema icon Superstar Krishna. With the film set for release, Mahesh Babu shared a heartfelt message welcoming the newest member of the Ghattamaneni family to the film industry.
Mahesh Babu Says the Family Is Excited
In a video shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Mahesh Babu said the entire family is eagerly looking forward to Jaya Krishna’s first film.
He said they had been impressed by everything released so far, including the teaser, songs and trailer, adding that the project had generated positive expectations even before its theatrical release.
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Add Hunterfly on GoogleMahesh also praised lead actors Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni and Rasha Thadani, describing them as “very promising” and expressing confidence in their performances.
Praise for Director Ajay Bhupathi
Mahesh Babu also applauded director Ajay Bhupathi for introducing two newcomers through the film.
He appreciated the filmmaker’s confidence in presenting fresh talent and acknowledged the efforts of the entire cast and technical crew in bringing the project together.
The actor wished the team success and expressed hope that audiences would warmly receive the film.
GV Prakash Kumar’s Music Receives Special Mention
Mahesh Babu singled out composer G. V. Prakash Kumar, saying the music had emerged as one of the film’s biggest strengths.
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Add Hunterfly on GoogleAccording to the actor, the soundtrack has already connected with listeners, and he specifically mentioned “Annaley” as his favourite song from the album.
He credited the music for generating additional excitement ahead of the film’s release.
A Meaningful Release Date
Mahesh Babu also noted that Srinivasa Mangapuram is scheduled to release on July 30, the same date his debut film Raja Kumarudu was released years ago.
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Add Hunterfly on GoogleSpeaking light-heartedly, he suggested that producer C. Ashwini Dutt may have intentionally chosen the date, adding that he often pays attention to such coincidences.
The actor described the release date as a positive sign for the newcomers beginning their cinematic journey.
Vyjayanthi Movies’ Legacy
Mahesh Babu highlighted the long-standing reputation of Vyjayanthi Movies, calling it a banner that has introduced several successful actors to Telugu cinema.
He noted that stars including Allu Arjun, Ram Charan, and he himself began their careers under the prestigious production house.
Extending his best wishes to the debutants, Mahesh said Jaya Krishna and Rasha were fortunate to launch their careers under a banner known for nurturing talent and producing landmark films.
About Srinivasa Mangapuram
Directed by Ajay Bhupathi, Srinivasa Mangapuram is described as a romance-action drama featuring:
- Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni
- Rasha Thadani
The film marks Jaya Krishna’s first appearance as a lead actor and represents the continuation of the Ghattamaneni family’s legacy in Telugu cinema.
With support from one of Tollywood’s most celebrated families and growing buzz surrounding its music and promotional material, the film is among the notable Telugu releases arriving this month.
