NTR’s Aadi inspired this youngster to turn director

Not only the brothers Kaala Bhairava and Sri Simha but even Manikanth Gelli, the director of their just released romantic comedy, Thellavarithe Guruvaram, is a huge fan of star hero NTR. In a latest interview while promoting his debut film, Manikanth said that it was NTR’s 2002 faction drama, Aadi, that had inspired him to become a director.

“I am a big fan of NTR. I decided to become a director after watching his Aadi. In fact, I wanted to have his voice-over in my debut film, Thellavarithe Guruvaram. But eventually, I decided to ask Sri Simha to give his voice according to the story demand. I hope to get an opportunity to direct NTR someday,” Manikanth said.