{"id":576402,"date":"2026-07-25T23:45:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T18:15:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/industryhit.com\/t\/?p=576402"},"modified":"2026-07-25T23:45:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T18:15:55","slug":"grand-blockbuster-success-meet-for-hero-kiran-abbavarams-chennai-love-story","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/industryhit.com\/t\/grand-blockbuster-success-meet-for-hero-kiran-abbavarams-chennai-love-story\/","title":{"rendered":"Grand Blockbuster Success Meet for Hero Kiran Abbavaram’s “Chennai Love Story”"},"content":{"rendered":"

Grand Blockbuster Success Meet for Hero Kiran Abbavaram’s “Chennai Love Story”<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

“Seeing my very first film become a blockbuster feels like a dream come true”: Director Ravi Namburi<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

“My phone has been ringing non-stop with congratulatory messages praising the character of Nivi”: Heroine Sri Gouri Priya<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

“The audience’s response has made us forget the two years of hard work we put into this film:” co-producer Dheeraj Mogilineni<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

“I am delighted to say that we have delivered a successful film with Chennai Love Story”: producer SKN.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

“Chennai Love Story is an even greater film than Baby. We have lived up to the audience’s faith in us”: story writer and producer Sai Rajesh<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

“I am grateful to the audience for trusting me, going to theatres, and embracing our love story”: hero Kiran Abbavaram<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Hero Kiran Abbavaram and Sri Gouri Priya’s Chennai Love Story has emerged as a major success with audiences across all sections. Viewers have been praising the film as a beautiful and emotionally engaging love story. Along with widespread appreciation, the film has also registered impressive box office collections. Including premiere shows and worldwide Day 1 collections, Chennai Love Story earned \u20b912.3 crore. To celebrate this achievement, the makers hosted a grand Blockbuster Success Meet in Hyderabad.<\/span><\/p>\n

DOP Viswas Daniel<\/span> said, “I sincerely thank everyone for making Chennai Love Story such a huge success. We have been receiving wonderful appreciation for the film as a beautiful love story. I”This film beautifully expresses the essence of love. Usually, we write songs hoping for millions of views or awards, but I wrote these songs purely for this film. Audiences are leaving theatres with moist am especially happy that the visuals are being widely appreciated.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Lyricist Anantha Sriram<\/span> said, “This film beautifully expresses the essence of love. Usually, we write songs hoping for millions of views or awards, but I wrote these songs purely for this film. Audiences are leaving theatres with moist eyes and heavy hearts, and watching their emotional response moves our entire team.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Actor Mahender<\/span> said, “No matter how much we praise Kiran and Gouri’s performances, it still wouldn’t be enough. While we worked on the film for around 50 days, they dedicated twice as much time and effort. I am thrilled that our film has become a blockbuster.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Actress Pramodini <\/span>said, “Hearing that a film has become a hit is always a wonderful feeling because it means the team’s hard work has been rewarded. Audiences have embraced this love story and made it a grand success.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Actor Thrigun <\/span>said, “Even during the shoot, I knew Ravi Namburi would become a successful director. I also believe Sai Rajesh garu may once again head to Delhi for a National Award. When heroes deliver three consecutive hits, they secure a permanent place in the hearts of audiences, and Kiran Abbavaram has achieved that milestone. He has another 30 years of a strong career ahead. Gouri, a Telugu girl, has delivered an outstanding performance. As SKN predicted, Chennai Love Story has become a blockbuster. Making a pure love story like Geethanjali, Sakhi, or 96 without deviating from the core emotion is very difficult, and our team has successfully achieved that. My contribution may have been small, but I am happy that my character is receiving a great response.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Director Ravi Namburi<\/span> said, “For any director, seeing their debut film become a blockbuster is a dream come true. I am experiencing that happiness today. Along with positive word of mouth, our bookings and collections continue to grow. I wondered how much audiences would connect with the struggles of a new writer and director represented through Steven’s character, but emotion is universal, and they have embraced it wholeheartedly. I always wished people would especially talk about Kiran Anna’s performance, and that is exactly what is happening. While filming certain scenes, I knew they would create magic on screen. Hearing everyone praise Gouri’s performance feels like they are appreciating my work as well.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Heroine Sri Gouri Priya<\/span> said, “This is one of the most important days of my life. I wish my mother were here, but I believe she is watching over me. My father is extremely happy with this success. Whether in single screens or multiplexes, audiences are reacting the same way. Youngsters, families, and senior citizens are all enjoying the film. Seeing people of every age group in theatres has been heartwarming. Good cinema truly brings everyone together.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since yesterday, my phone has been flooded with congratulatory messages, especially from young women. I thank our makers for telling the story from a woman’s perspective. My gratitude goes to Sai Rajesh for writing such a beautiful story and Ravi Namburi for directing it so wonderfully. SKN combines the innocence of a child who loves cinema with the maturity of an experienced producer.<\/span><\/p>\n

When a story revolves around just one couple, both the writing and performances must keep audiences invested throughout. I could deliver my best performance because I had an excellent co-star like Kiran.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Co-Producer Dheeraj Mogilineni <\/span>said, “The overwhelming audience response has made us forget the two years of hard work behind this film. People often think filmmaking is like a picnic, but this project involved immense pressure, effort, and dedication. We always believed women audiences would connect deeply with the film, and that is exactly what is happening. They are emotionally moved by the story. I dedicate this success to our entire team.<\/span><\/p>\n

Without Kiran Abbavaram, this film wouldn’t have been possible. I hope to make many more films with this team. Whether it’s your sister, mother, friend, or partner, this is a film everyone should watch. All the hardships of making a film disappear the moment audiences embrace it.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Producer SKN<\/span> said, “A tree takes years to bear fruit, and similarly, this stage is where we finally celebrate the rewards of our hard work. Success is rare in the film industry, and everyone involved hopes their film becomes successful. Building a film is like constructing a house brick by brick. It may be easier for cash-rich producers, but for content-driven producers like me, it is far more challenging.<\/span><\/p>\n

That is why I made Taxiwala in 2018, Baby in 2023, and now Chennai Love Story. Sai Rajesh and I often have different opinions, but when it comes to cinema, we are ready to make any sacrifice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sai narrated this story to me in just twenty minutes, and I immediately wanted to produce it. Due to several reasons, the project was delayed. After Baby, audience expectations increased significantly, so we wanted to make a film with broader universal appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Just like K. Balachander and Bharathiraja, Sai Rajesh’s stories have emotional depth and powerful characters, which is why he has won two National Awards. I am proud of him.<\/span><\/p>\n

We all believed in this project, including Kiran. Ravi is like my brother, and he justified our faith in him. Today, I can proudly say we have delivered another successful film. Buyers and distributors are calling us, saying they are increasing shows because collections are excellent.<\/span><\/p>\n

I am proud to announce that the film collected \u20b912.3 crore on Day 1, which is nearly 40 percent higher than Baby’s opening. This is Kiran Abbavaram’s biggest hat-trick. We already knew he was a bankable hero, and now he has also earned immense appreciation as a performer.<\/span><\/p>\n

When I worked with Vijay Deverakonda on Taxiwala, the film recovered its investment on Day 1. Baby gave Anand Deverakonda the biggest opening of his career, and now we have achieved similar success with Kiran. The best way we can express our gratitude to the heroes who trust us is by helping them grow commercially.<\/span><\/p>\n

Working with Kiran has made me his admirer. Chennai Love Story has justified the trust audiences placed in us after Colour Photo and Baby. Our film proves that if you offer quality content at affordable ticket prices, families and women audiences will wholeheartedly support it. The response to Gouri’s performance as Nivi has been phenomenal, with audiences cheering for her in theatres.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Story Writer and Producer Sai Rajesh <\/span>said, “I firmly believe that nature itself supports a good film, and I experienced that once again with Chennai Love Story. Everyone supported Ravi for the immense effort he put into this project. Even though I was the story writer, I stood by him wherever he needed me, just like an assistant director.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mani Sharma’s team worked late into the night for this film. After the first schedule, we became confident enough to hand over the entire project to Ravi. Although I wrote the story, Ravi loved and understood it even more deeply than I did. Even as a director, I doubt I could have made it this well.<\/span><\/p>\n

After Baby, we wanted to make a film that would elevate our reputation even further, and I genuinely believe Chennai Love Story is an even greater film. Our only goal has always been to make successful films.<\/span><\/p>\n

SKN reinvests every rupee earned from cinema back into cinema. Dheeraj handled every aspect of this production and never let any pressure reach us. I am fortunate to have such a friend.<\/span><\/p>\n

Many leading heroines rejected this story, but after watching Lover, I felt Gouri was our perfect Nivi. She portrayed the role with incredible dedication and talent.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kiran worked around the clock for this film. Any director would consider themselves fortunate to have an actor like him. Anantha Sriram always captures the soul of my stories through his lyrics, and he has done the same once again. My friend Thrigun trusted me and accepted this role. I also thank the media for supporting our film.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Hero Kiran Abbavaram<\/span> said, “I thank every technician and artist who worked on this film. Even during the shoot, I used to tell everyone that this would become a memorable film for all of us, and today that belief has come true.<\/span><\/p>\n

Anantha Sriram wrote unforgettable songs, and Viswas has now worked with me on four films, once again delivering beautiful visuals. Trigun Anna supported us wholeheartedly without any ego. Dheeraj Anna has stood by the film from day one until today.<\/span><\/p>\n

Playing Steven Shankar was challenging, and Gouri worked incredibly hard to portray Nivi. Watching her dedication, I genuinely wished she would receive the recognition she deserved, and I am happy to see audiences showering her with appreciation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Throughout the shoot, I kept telling everyone about Ravi’s talent, and I am delighted that this film has brought him success. I thank him for giving me such a memorable character.<\/span><\/p>\n

I saw the excitement of a child and the passion of a true filmmaker in SKN. Whenever we felt pressure, he would lift our spirits. After delivering a blockbuster like Baby, taking the time to make another meaningful film wasn’t easy, but he always reminded us that making a great film was the priority.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sai Rajesh narrated this story to me one and a half years ago and filled me with confidence. Today, the audience’s love has proven his to see theatres displaying House belief right. I thank him for trusting me with Steven Shankar.<\/span><\/p>\n

I am grateful to audiences for believing in me and embracing our film. Before release, I promised you that you would enjoy this movie, and I am happy to see theatres displaying Housefull boards right from the premiere shows.<\/span><\/p>\n

Family audiences are connecting strongly with the film, and many are becoming emotional while watching it. When I first heard Steven Shankar’s character, I had my doubts. Since I was doing commercial films, I wondered whether taking up such an innocent and emotional role was the right decision. I knew I could perform comedy and action, but I questioned whether I could convincingly portray such emotional innocence. I gave it my best, and today the appreciation from audiences and the media makes me truly happy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you for the love you are showing our love story. If every love story were the same, even history wouldn’t remember them. Ours is a different kind of love story. Experience it in theatres, especially with your family.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Cast<\/span><\/p>\n

Kiran Abbavaram, Sri Gouri Priya, Thrigun, Siri Hanumanthu, Mahender, Naresh, Pooja, Pramodini and others.<\/span><\/p>\n

Technical Crew<\/span>
\nCostume Designer: Devi Parchuri<\/span>
\nArt Director: Bhaskar Mudavath<\/span>
\nEditor: Santosh Naidu<\/span>
\nDirector of Photography: Viswas Daniel<\/span>
\nLyrics: Anantha Sriram<\/span>
\nMusic Director: Mani Sharma<\/span>
\nExecutive Producer: Vishala Datla<\/span>
\nLine Producer: Shyam Prasad Meka<\/span>
\nPRO: Suresh (SK Media), Vamsi Kaka<\/span>
\nMarketing: Housefull<\/span>
\nCo-Producer: Dheeraj Mogilineni<\/span>
\nStory: Sai Rajesh<\/span>
\nProducers: SKN, Sai Rajesh<\/span>
\nScreenplay & Direction: Ravi Namburi<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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