In a recent interaction with the media ahead of the release of his much-anticipated film, “Gangs of Godavari,” director Krishna Chaitanya shared insights into the unique aspects of the movie and the challenges faced during production.
Exploring Untold Stories in the Godavari Region
Krishna Chaitanya emphasized that few films have delved into the conflicts and politics of the Godavari region. “There are murders and conflicts in the Andhra region as well, just like in Rayalaseema and Telangana. Showing Godavari in a picturesque way every time felt very cliched for me. We are not that. There is more to Godavari than meets the eye. Through this film, I got the opportunity to tell a good story paired with neat emotions. The whole cast and crew supported my story,” he explained.
Overcoming Apprehensions
When asked about any apprehensions before starting the project, Chaitanya revealed his concern about the dialect. “The only apprehension I had was the accent. Vishwak speaks Telangana slang, and our story is set in an Andhra backdrop. So, I told him to focus a little more on the dialect. We hired a tutor. He learned for 15 days, and within a month, Vishwak got the dialect right.”
Language and Certification Challenges
Addressing the question about the inclusion of cuss words in the film, Chaitanya clarified, “My film got a U/A certificate, and we muted certain words in the final version. We used them during the trailer because there was no censorship. I wanted people to understand the intent of the movie. We started shooting for this movie on May 8, 2023, and wrapped it up by May 8, 2024. We wanted to shoot for 95 days, but we shot for 103 days.”
Emotional Impact and Personal Connection
Chaitanya also spoke about his personal connection to the film and its emotional depth. “I watched the film, and while I was watching it, I found it very good and felt really happy. I had tears in my eyes after seeing the output. ‘Gangs of Godavari’ unfolds the saying, ‘You are your own enemy.’ Personally, this story is very close to me. Everyone can do action, but emotions can be shown only if you feel them. In this film, the last 20 minutes will be an emotional rollercoaster, and they will hit people hard. I am very confident about it.”
Praise for the Cast and Crew
Regarding the performances of the actors, Chaitanya praised the dedication and talent of the entire cast. “All the actors gave their best for their respective roles. This movie has so many gangs involved in it, but this is not a gangster story, and I request people not to consider it as a gangster film. There are no gangsters in this movie. Yuvan Shankar Raja provided amazing music.”
Future Prospects for a Sequel
When asked about the possibility of a sequel, Chaitanya expressed his hopes, stating, “I have plans to make a sequel, but nothing has been finalized yet. If ‘Gangs of Godavari’ becomes successful, then I will write the sequel story in a month and then start filming.”
Stay tuned for more updates on “Gangs of Godavari” and the potential sequel as the film gears up for its release.
