“‘Saraswathi’ Will Shock and Thrill Audiences: Gopichand Malineni”
Versatile actress Varalakshmi Sarathkumar makes her directorial debut with the high-concept thriller Saraswathi, which she is also headlining. The film is produced under the Dosa Diaries banner by Varalakshmi herself along with her sister Pooja Sarathkumar.
Ever since its first-look poster was unveiled, Saraswathi has generated strong curiosity among audiences. The film is all set for a grand theatrical release on March 6. The trailer was officially launched by blockbuster director Gopichand Malineni, and the event turned into a memorable affair with glowing praise for the film and its maker.
Gopichand Malineni Speaks
“Greetings to everyone. Varalakshmi is an extremely emotional and dedicated performer. While working on Krack, I had a clear vision of the character Jayamma, but once Varalakshmi performed it, everyone was stunned. There is a scene where tears flow from just one of her eyes — that moment shocked me completely.
Like legendary actresses Savithri garu and Sharada garu, Varalakshmi is an exceptional artist. In Veera Simha Reddy, she shared an important combination scene with Balakrishna garu. I expected it to take two days, but she completed it in a single take. Even Balayya garu said it reminded him of watching Urvashi Sharada garu perform.
When Varalakshmi narrated the story of Saraswathi to me, I was truly stunned. She has made this story extraordinary. Audiences will be shocked and thrilled while watching it in theatres. This is a film every parent must watch. Varu has absolute clarity as a director, which is why the film was completed so quickly. She has already proven herself as a powerful actress, and now she will clearly establish her mark as a director as well. The trailer looks even better than what she described to me. I wish the entire team all the very best. Saraswathi releases on March 6 — don’t miss this wonderful film.”
Producer Bunny Basu Says
“When Varalakshmi told me she was acting in, directing, and producing this film, I was confident it would have strong content. The movie has been made with great quality and remarkable speed.
She told me there is a seven-minute single-shot sequence in the film. After watching the movie, I couldn’t even identify where it was — that’s how immersive it is. Pulling this off is not easy at all, and it shows Varalakshmi’s brilliance as a director. With such strong actors and an engaging screenplay, completing the film at this level is truly commendable.
This is a film every parent must watch. Saraswathi will bring Varalakshmi immense recognition. I wish the film a grand success.”
Varalakshmi Sarathkumar Speaks
“Greetings to everyone. I am here today only because of the love and support of the audience. With that same support, I am now stepping forward as a director. We are presenting strong content without making it preachy — it is highly thrilling.
Bunny Basu garu’s appreciation after watching the film itself feels like my first success. Director Gopichand Malineni garu relaunched me in Telugu cinema and gave me a second life. I will always be grateful to him.
I sincerely thank Telugu audiences for their immense love. We have made a very good film, and I hope everyone supports it and continues encouraging women filmmakers in the industry. Special thanks to Nani for digitally launching the trailer. I am deeply thankful to the Telugu film industry and audiences for standing by me.”
ETV Business Head Sai Krishna Says
“My thanks to Gopichand garu for launching the trailer and to Nani garu for the digital launch. I loved the story the moment I heard it. Varalakshmi has completed the film at an unbelievable speed with exceptional quality. I have never seen a production move this fast in my life.
The film beautifully portrays Saraswathi as a symbol of strength and wisdom. I urge everyone to watch and experience it in theatres. I wish Varalakshmi great success as a director as well.”
Producer Pooja Sarathkumar Says
“We are extremely happy with the way this film has shaped up. Varu completed the movie exactly within the planned schedule. For a first-time director to work with such clarity and finish the film nonstop is truly special. Saraswathi has turned out wonderfully, and I request everyone to watch and support it in theatres.”
Cast
Varalakshmi Sarathkumar, Jiiva, Prakash Raj, Nasser, Priyamani, Radhika, Kishore Kumar, Srikanth Iyyer, Rao Ramesh, Saptagiri, Mime Gopi, Harish Peradi, Tulasi, Raghu Babu, Devi Prasad, Venkat
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