Actor-producer Niharika Konidela is all set for the release of her upcoming film “Raakaasaa,” and the team is sounding extremely confident ahead of its theatrical release on April 3. Produced by Niharika Konidela in association with Umesh Kumar Bansal under the Pink Elephant Pictures banner and presented by Zee Studios, the film stars Sangeeth Shobhan and Nayan Sarika in the lead roles. Directed by Manasa Sharma, the movie has already created a good buzz with its glimpses, teaser, trailer, and songs, all of which have received an encouraging response from audiences.
Ahead of the release, the makers organized a grand pre-release event on Monday, where the cast and crew spoke about the film and shared their excitement. Speaking at the event, Niharika Konidela said that “Raakaasaa” has been made with complete honesty and hard work, and expressed confidence that the film will entertain audiences thoroughly from beginning to end. She said she strongly believes in backing new talent and fresh stories, even if they don’t always follow a safe or expected path. Niharika shared that she first came across director Manasa Sharma’s writing during the making of the YouTube series “Mad House,” and from then on she felt Manasa was someone deeply connected to cinema and storytelling.
Niharika said she takes pride in introducing and encouraging talented people through her banner, and added that every project teaches her something new. She also spoke emotionally about the support she has received from her family and team, saying both the Konidela family and the Pink Elephant family mean equally to her. She thanked her parents for trusting her and allowing her to follow her passion, and said her dream is for everyone associated with Pink Elephant Pictures to grow, succeed, and enjoy a good life. Calling “Raakaasaa” a complete entertainer, she said audiences will have a fun and satisfying experience in theatres on April 3.
Lead actor Sangeeth Shobhan said the team had decided long ago that they wanted to come before the audience with a genuinely good film, and he is happy that the release is finally happening. He expressed confidence that once the movie is out, people will especially talk about the film’s visuals and music. He praised cinematographer Raju and music director Anudeep Dev for elevating the film with their work. Sangeeth also described Niharika as a very sensitive and cinema-loving producer, and said director Manasa Sharma always thinks deeply about the audience and wants them to leave theatres feeling satisfied with what they watched. He added that “Raakaasaa” will definitely be worth every rupee spent by the audience.
Actress Nayan Sarika said the film is special to her as it marks her third project with Pink Elephant Pictures. She shared that working with Niharika’s banner has always been a lucky experience for her and said she was happy to once again be part of a film backed by the production house. Nayan praised director Manasa Sharma for her clarity and focus, and also appreciated the positive and lively atmosphere on set. She said she shares a special comfort and rapport with Sangeeth Shobhan, which helped them perform naturally on screen. She expressed confidence that audiences will enjoy the film and requested everyone to watch it in theatres.
Director Manasa Sharma said Niharika Konidela has been a lucky charm in her journey and credited her for trusting her with the project. She revealed that after directing her earlier project “Bench Life,” she got the opportunity to helm “Raakaasaa,” and described it as an important step in her career. She thanked the entire team for supporting her vision and said she is eagerly waiting for audiences to watch the film from April 3.
Several other team members also spoke with confidence about the film. Getup Srinu requested audiences to come with their families and watch the movie, saying it will offer full entertainment and make their money worth it. He praised Niharika for continuously encouraging fresh talent and described Manasa Sharma as a director with both clarity and sensitivity. Yadhu Vamsee said Niharika’s belief in newcomers and her courage to back fresh talent are among the biggest strengths of Pink Elephant Pictures. He added that her support has helped films like “Raakaasaa” reach a bigger stage.
Music director Anudeep Dev said the film’s humor and emotional energy have blended naturally, and that all the artists have performed very well. He thanked the team for their support and said “Raakaasaa” is going to be a big hit. Divya Vijay, Vice President of Telugu Content at Zee Studios, said the film is very special to the studio and noted that it was the first project she selected after joining the company. She said the film was envisioned as a fresh cinematic experience and hoped it would become a major success.
The technical team also highlighted the effort that went into the making of the film. Cinematographer Raju Edurolu said much of the shoot took place during the nights and that the film has been made with strong visual detailing. The makers also spoke about the grandly mounted “Jathara” song, detailed VFX work, large-scale set design, and the overall effort to create a theatrical entertainer with a fresh feel. The team believes the film has all the ingredients to click with the audience and stand out as a fun big-screen experience.
Distributors too expressed confidence in the film’s box-office potential. Mythri Distributor Shashidhar Reddy said the movie is being released in the Nizam region on a grand scale, while Subbareddy of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Movie Makers said the film has every chance to emerge as one of the notable hits of the year. With strong promotional support, growing buzz, and a team that is fully backing the content, “Raakaasaa” is heading into theatres with positive momentum.
With Niharika Konidela confidently calling it a complete entertainer, and the entire team standing firmly behind the film, “Raakaasaa” is now ready to test its luck at the box office on April 3. If the current buzz and team confidence are anything to go by, the film could turn out to be one of the interesting youthful entertainers to watch this week.
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