“Praveen Is a Talented Actor and a Beautiful Human Being – He Deserves This Break”: Sudheer Babu
“Bakasura Restaurant” Promises a Full-Meal Entertainer for the Whole Family, Says Actor Praveen
Blending generous portions of humor and heartfelt emotion, Bakasura Restaurant is a fun-filled family entertainer designed to keep audiences engaged for two and a half hours. According to the makers, watching this movie will be like enjoying a festive feast — a true cinematic thali packed with laughs, surprises, and emotional moments.
Known for his impeccable timing and comic flair, popular character artist Praveen takes center stage as the lead actor in Bakasura Restaurant. The film also stars Viva Harsha in the titular role and features an ensemble of talented actors including Krishna Bhagavan, Shining Phani, and KGF-fame Garuda Ram in key supporting roles.
The film marks the directorial debut of SJ Shiva and is produced by Lakshmayya Achari and Janardhan Achari under the SJ Movies banner. Positioned as a unique “hunger comedy entertainer,” the movie is all set for its worldwide theatrical release on August 8. With its quirky concept and family-oriented theme, the film is already garnering attention. The recently released songs and trailer have received a highly positive response from audiences on social media.
A grand pre-release event was held in Hyderabad, graced by several prominent film personalities. Actor Sudheer Babu attended as the chief guest and extended his heartfelt support to the team.
Actor Sudheer Babu
“Praveen is one of my favorite actors. Whenever a director asks me for suggestions, I always mention his name. He’s always committed to making a project successful. Now he’s stepping into the lead role, and I’m sure he will shine. He’s not only a talented actor but also a wonderful human being. I truly hope Bakasura Restaurant turns out to be a major break for him. Congratulations to the entire team for putting together such an entertaining film. Laughter is essential — and this is a movie that deserves to be watched together in theatres with family.”
Producer Janardhan Achari echoed the enthusiasm, saying,
“In this film, the story itself is the hero. Our director Shiva has crafted and executed it beautifully. Praveen, Viva Harsha, and all our artists have poured their hearts into this project. It’s like serving a delicious meal — we’ve cooked something special at Bakasura Restaurant and hope audiences will relish it. We’re proud to release the film under the SV banner of Dil Raju.”
Director SJ Shiva, expressing gratitude and excitement, said:
“I previously worked in the direction department for Virupaksha, and that experience laid the foundation for my directorial debut. My brother has stepped up as the producer for this project, and we’ve worked hard to make this a wholesome entertainer. Music director Vikas Badisa delivered an outstanding soundtrack that’s already being appreciated widely. I’m thankful to Praveen for trusting the script and being the driving force behind this movie. The characters played by Viva Harsha and Shining Phani will be standout elements. The film offers much more than what’s seen in the trailer — it’s packed with surprises and heartfelt moments.”
Lead actor Praveen also shared his journey with the film:
“It’s emotional to have Sudheer Babu, the hero of Prema Katha Chitram — a film that changed many of our careers — here supporting us. I’m grateful to the director and producers for trusting me with this role. Vikas Badisa’s music has become a sensation. Every technician gave their best. From the moment Shiva narrated the story, I knew he could pull off something special. Bakasura Restaurant is a heartwarming, laugh-out-loud, family-friendly entertainer that audiences should not miss.”
The event was also attended by Satyam Rajesh, Vivek Dandu, Amar, Ram Patas, Ramya Priya, Prachi Thakur, DOP Bala Saraswathi, music director Vikas Badisa, and executive producer Vinay Kotti, all of whom expressed confidence in the film’s success.
With an interesting premise, strong comic backbone, and emotional depth, Bakasura Restaurant looks set to serve audiences a delightful cinematic meal on August 8.
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