Pawan Kalyan launches Varun Tej’s ‘Bhari’ with first clap; sports drama set for Sankranti 2027

Telugu actor Varun Tej recently announced his next under the banner of her cousin Niharika Konidela, which is named ‘Bhari’. Recently, videos of the pooja ceremony were shared on the internet where Power Star actor and their uncle Pawan Kalyan gave the first clap and shared his blessings with the team.

Pawan Kalyan blesses ‘Bhari’ team

In a video shared by Bheeshma Talks on X (formerly Twitter), the ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ star can be spotted at the pooja ceremony in Hyderabad. He is seen in a simple white kurta and beard look. Niharika Konidela and Varun Tej takes blessing of Pawan Kalyan, touching his feet. Varun Tej’s wife, Lavanya Tripathi, was also present at the venue. Later, Pawan Kalyan holds a clapperboard and gives the first claps, officially beginning the film’s journey.

Another video shows Nihari Konidela speaking about the film. She explains that the film is a sports drama movie which will feature Varun Tej as a Volleyball Player. The movie will be directed by Yadhu Vamsee and is expected to begin shooting soon. It is planned to hit the big screens during Sankranti 2027.

Motion poster of ‘Bhari’

The makers recently shared the animated teaser of the film. The film looks to be a village based rooted story as multiple shoots resembling a small town can be seen. The video includes multiple transitions from the farmer harvesting onions, trucks and a man driving a motorcycle. The video also gives a glimpse of cockfighting and betting. Ahead in the video, we see the character of Varun Tej playing a match of Volleyball.

The music is composed by Anudeep Dev and it will be edited by Anwar Ali.

In another news, Varun Tej will be next seen in the upcoming horror comedy flick, ‘Korean Kanakaraju’.


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