Jagapathi Babu Opens Up About Mahesh Babu's "Guntur Kaaram": "It Became Messy, Difficult to Finish"

Telugu actor Jagapathi Babu, known for his versatile roles in cinema, recently shared candid insights about his experience working on Mahesh Babu's film "Guntur Kaaram." While Jagapathi Babu has been a sought-after antagonist in the industry, his involvement in this project didn't quite meet his expectations.

Jagapathi Babu and Mahesh Babu in Guntur Kaaram posters

In a revealing interview with Times Now, Jagapathi Babu expressed initial optimism about the film, acknowledging its potential scope. However, as production progressed, the experience turned sour for the actor. He admitted, "I would love to work with Mahesh Babu always. But, to be honest, I didn’t enjoy 'Guntur Kaaram'. It was supposed to be very different, with more characterisation. Unfortunately, it became sort of messy after a while, making it difficult to finish."

Despite his professional commitment, Jagapathi Babu emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards in their collaborations. "I did whatever I had to do," he remarked, "I don’t want to waste our combinations on such films; it should be the best."

While Jagapathi Babu and Mahesh Babu have delivered blockbuster hits like "Maharshi" and "Srimanthudu," "Guntur Kaaram" fell short of expectations. The film received mixed reviews and faced tough competition at the box office during the Sankranti season.

Directed by Trivikram Srinivas, "Guntur Kaaram" marked Mahesh Babu's comeback after a two-year hiatus. The star-studded cast also included Sreeleela, Meenakshi Chaudhry, Ramya Krishnan, Prakash Raj, Sunil, and Jayaram. Despite its challenges, Mahesh Babu's next venture with SS Rajamouli promises to be an exciting adventure, described as an Indian rendition of "Indiana Jones."