Fri Dec 05 10:08:29 UTC 2025: News Article:
Kannada Star Shiva Rajkumar Seeks Blessings in Vijayawada for Telugu Debut as Gummadi Narasaiah
Vijayawada, India – December 5, 2025 – Renowned Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar, best known as Shivarajkumar, visited the Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada earlier today to offer prayers for his upcoming Telugu film debut. The actor, accompanied by his wife and the film’s director Parameshwar Hivrale, is set to portray the life of Gummadi Narasaiah, a five-time MLA known for his dedication to the people of Andhra Pradesh.
Speaking to reporters after his temple visit, Rajkumar expressed his honor in portraying such a significant figure. “I am honored to portray a leader who dedicated his life to the people” said Rajkumar. He explained that while he had made brief appearances in Telugu films previously, including a song in Balakrishna’s “Gautamiputra Satakarni” and a special role in Ram Charan’s “Peddi,” this biopic will be his first full-fledged lead role in the Telugu film industry.
Rajkumar revealed that he was immediately drawn to the project after hearing the script. “When director Parameshwar Hivrale narrated the script, I instantly agreed to the project. This is a story that deserves to be told and one that would inspire many.” The film will chronicle the life and political career of Gummadi Narasaiah, who consistently won elections from the Yellandu constituency in undivided Andhra Pradesh between 1983 and 2009.
The actor, making his first visit to Vijayawada, described feeling a “positive energy” at the Kanaka Durga temple. Shooting for the Gummadi Narasaiah biopic is expected to commence shortly.
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Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar visited the Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada to pray for the success of his upcoming Telugu debut film, a biopic about the life of five-time MLA Gummadi Narasaiah. He spoke to the media about his enthusiasm for the project and his respect for the leader he will be portraying. Shooting is scheduled to begin soon.
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