Jayakrishna Ghattamaneni Steps Into Telugu Cinema

Srinivasa Mangapuram has become one of the most closely watched Telugu film launches because it marks the hero debut of Jayakrishna Ghattamaneni, grandson of legendary superstar Krishna and son of Ramesh Babu. The film is directed by Ajay Bhupathi, who earlier gained attention with intense and different films like RX 100 and Mangalavaaram. At the Srinu & Manga event, Jayakrishna spoke emotionally about his grandfather Krishna, calling him equal to God in his life. He also said he is a die-hard fan of Mahesh Babu and thanked him for constantly encouraging him with feedback. Jayakrishna said the story, emotions and depth of his character attracted him when Ajay Bhupathi narrated the script. He felt that Srinivasa Mangapuram would give him the right chance to challenge himself and prove his ability as an actor. The film is being presented by legendary producer Ashwini Dutt, while Gemini Kiran is producing it under the Chandamama Kathalu banner. Jayakrishna also remembered his father Ramesh Babu during the event and thanked the entire team for supporting his first step into cinema.

Rasha Thadani Makes Her Telugu Debut

Srinivasa Mangapuram is also special because Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon’s daughter Rasha Thadani is making her Telugu debut with this film. Speaking at the event, Rasha said the project is very special to her and that entering the Telugu film industry through this movie is a memorable moment. She praised Jayakrishna as a supportive co-star and said he helped her with the Telugu language during the making of the film. Rasha plays the role of Manga, while Jayakrishna plays Srinu, and the film team introduced both characters during the grand event held on the occasion of Krishna’s birth anniversary. Director Ajay Bhupathi said both Jayakrishna and Rasha performed strongly and competed with each other on screen. He added that Jayakrishna has impressive screen presence and carries qualities that remind people of Krishna. The film is being described as a visually rich violent romantic drama, with strong outdoor visuals and emotional storytelling. Cinematographer Jai Krishna has handled the visuals, while GV Prakash Kumar has composed the music. The team said the already released songs have received good response and expressed confidence that the full audio will become a major attraction.

Ajay Bhupathi Promises A Grand Theatrical Experience

Director Ajay Bhupathi said Srinivasa Mangapuram has been made with strong emotions, powerful visuals and a large outdoor canvas. He thanked producers Ashwini Dutt, Gemini Kiran and Swapna Dutt for backing the film with full confidence. Ajay also said Krishna was a true superstar who took risks that very few heroes attempted, and he believes Jayakrishna has inherited some of those qualities. Several industry personalities attended the event and praised the film team. Veteran filmmaker K. Raghavendra Rao recalled his long association with Vyjayanthi Movies and Ashwini Dutt. He mentioned that Agni Parvatham with Krishna and Rajakumarudu with Mahesh Babu became major milestones, and now Jayakrishna is being introduced through the same production legacy. Tammareddy Bharadwaja said the film has been made well and wished Jayakrishna a successful career. Deputy Speaker Raghurama Krishnam Raju also praised the teaser, action scenes and Jayakrishna’s screen presence. Adiseshagiri Rao said Jayakrishna studied filmmaking in New York and the family felt it would be special if he was introduced through Ashwini Dutt. He also revealed that Mohan Babu plays an important role and appreciated Jayakrishna’s performance after watching the film.

Release Date Confirmed For July 9

Producer Ashwini Dutt confirmed that Srinivasa Mangapuram will release in theatres on July 9. He said he has completed 52 years in the film industry and thanked the actors, directors, technicians and families who supported his journey. He recalled working with major stars including NTR, Krishna, Mahesh Babu and Allu Arjun, and said introducing Jayakrishna as a hero is another special moment in his career. The film also features senior actors like Mohan Babu and Naresh, adding more weight to the cast. With Ajay Bhupathi’s direction, GV Prakash Kumar’s music, Rasha Thadani’s Telugu debut and Jayakrishna Ghattamaneni’s launch as a hero, Srinivasa Mangapuram is carrying strong attention among Telugu movie lovers. The team believes the film will offer a grand theatrical experience with romance, emotion, action and strong performances. For fans of the Ghattamaneni family, the film is more than a debut; it is the arrival of a new-generation actor from a celebrated cinema family. As the release date approaches, Srinivasa Mangapuram is expected to remain in focus as one of the notable Telugu film debuts of the season.