Actress Srinidhi Shetty, best known for her breakout role in the blockbuster KGF franchise, has officially joined the cast of the upcoming film directed by Trivikram Srinivas and starring veteran actor Venkatesh Daggubati. The announcement was made by the production house Haarika & Hassine Creations, marking a significant addition to the highly anticipated project.
This film, tentatively titled #Venky77, represents the first-ever collaboration between Venkatesh and Trivikram Srinivas as actor and director, although Trivikram had previously contributed as a writer to Venkatesh’s earlier hits such as Nuvvu Naku Nachav and Mallishwari. The project is expected to be a family entertainer, blending humor, emotion, and action—hallmarks of Trivikram’s storytelling style.
Srinidhi Shetty’s inclusion comes at a pivotal moment in her career. Despite the underwhelming performance of her recent release Telusu Kada, the actress has quickly rebounded by securing a prominent role in this big-budget Telugu film. This will be her third Telugu-language project, following HIT: The Third Case and Telusu Kada.
The production team extended a warm welcome to Shetty on the occasion of her birthday, celebrating her youthful appeal and expressive screen presence as key factors in her selection. Principal photography for the film has already commenced, and pre-production was completed in September.
Backed by producer S. Radha Krishna under the Haarika & Hassine Creations banner, the film is generating considerable buzz in the Telugu film industry. With a strong cast and creative team, expectations are high for this collaboration to deliver both critical and commercial success.
