After a brief hiatus following Rangabali, Naga Shaurya is back with an action-packed entertainer titled Bad Boy Karthik. Directed by debutant Raam Desina and produced by Srinivasa Rao Chintalapudi under Sri Vaishnavi Films, the film’s title and first look were unveiled on the actor’s birthday.
The intense first look showcases Naga Shaurya in a fierce avatar, sitting aggressively on the back of a van with blood-streaked hands and a “3 Govinda Namalu” mark on his forehead. The creative detail of removing “BAD” from “Hyderabad” on the van hints at the film’s gritty tone.
Vidhi stars as the female lead alongside an ensemble cast, including Samuthirakani, Sr Naresh, Saikumar, Vennela Kishore, Mime Gopi, and Sridevi Vijaykumar. The film features top-notch technical expertise, with Rasool Ellore handling cinematography and Harris Jayaraj making a comeback to Telugu cinema as the music composer. Ramanjaneyulu oversees art direction, while Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao is the editor.
As the shoot nears completion, the makers have kickstarted promotions with the striking first look and promise regular updates. With its intriguing premise and action-packed appeal, Bad Boy Karthik aims to showcase Naga Shaurya in a powerful new light.