Hyderabad, February 28 – Popular Telugu star Jr NTR released the trailer of director Hussain Sha Kiran’s upcoming thriller 'Mrithunjay' on Saturday, featuring actors Sree Vishnu and Reba John in the lead, much to the delight of fans and film enthusiasts.
Jr NTR shared the trailer on his X account. He wrote, "Sunny @sunnygunnam has been an integral part of my life for many years. Over 18 years of our friendship, I have observed that Sunny has an instinct for identifying unique stories, just like his father, Gunnam Gangaraju. I couldn’t be prouder of him as he embarks on his maiden venture, #Mrithyunjay, as a producer with such a unique script."
The actor further said, "#MrithyunjayTrailer carries gripping intensity and leaves you wanting more. I wish director Hussain, Sree Vishnu, and everyone associated with the project great success on their March 6th release."
The newly released trailer opens with Sree Vishnu telling a child, "My hands are tied by a rope that is tangled in knots. I will untie the rope and definitely answer your questions. It's my promise."
We then see his character pleading with his superior for a posting in the crime bureau. However, his request is denied. This sequence suggests that Sree Vishnu is either an aspiring journalist or a journalist, wanting to cover crime.
Meanwhile, Eesha Rebba, who plays a cop, is seen dismissing one of the victims’ deaths as "an unfortunate accident." However, Sree Vishnu tells Eesha that it is not an accident.
We then see the protagonist searching for a person whose left leg has been affected by polio. At one point, Sree Vishnu is seen telling his aunt, "I am scared I might lose." She replies, "Losing is not wrong. But not fighting, fearing defeat, is wrong."
It may be recalled that the film was originally scheduled to release on February 27 this year. However, it is now scheduled to hit screens on March 6.
Actor Sree Vishnu shared the news of the film’s new release date on his Instagram page, writing, "Release date has changed, but the thrill remains! Meet #Mrithyunjay in cinemas from March 6th."
It may be recalled that Light Box Media, the firm producing the film, had shared the YouTube link to the film’s title teaser on its X account. It had then said, "Every clue matters. Every move is a risk. But in this game - Jay decides when it’s over."
The film, directed by Hussain Sha Kiran, has generated significant interest among fans and film enthusiasts. The film has been produced by Sandeep Gunnam and Vinay Chilakapati and presented by Ramya Gunnam.
The music for the film is by Kaala Bhairava and the editing is by renowned editor Sreekar Prasad. The cinematography for the film is by Vidyasagar and the production design is by Manisha.
