Get ready for a dose of laughter and intrigue as the trailer for "Bakasura Restaurant," a "hunger comedy entertainer" starring well-known actor and comedian Praveen, was officially released today. The trailer launch event saw acclaimed director Maruthi attend as the chief guest, doing the honors of unveiling the film's first glimpse.
Viva Harsha takes on the film's title role, while a strong supporting cast includes Krishna Bhagavan, Shining Phani, and KGF Garuda Ram in significant characters. "Bakasura Restaurant" marks the directorial debut of S. J. Shiva and is produced by Lakshmayya Achari and Janardhan Achari under the SJ Movies banner. With filming now complete, the movie is set for its theatrical release.
Celebrations and Expectations at the Trailer Launch
Speaking at the event, Praveen expressed his excitement: " 'Bakasura Restaurant' will be arriving soon. I'm so happy that Maruthi Garu released our trailer. His film 'Prema Katha Chitram' was pivotal in shaping my career, and I'm grateful he's now launching my film's trailer."
Director Maruthi lauded the film's unique appeal: "The title itself is a success. It's a well-chosen name that suggests the film will also be good. A great title gives this film a positive vibe. I've long wanted to see Praveen in a lead role, and it's finally materialized today. I'm confident this film will be a milestone in Praveen’s career and will surely appeal to audiences. I hope the film becomes a success and brings recognition to the entire unit."
Producer Janardhan Achari shared insights into the film's inception: "When Shiva narrated this concept, I immediately liked it. We instantly thought of Praveen for the role. All the selected actors fit their parts perfectly and provided immense support. KGF Garuda Ram’s character will be particularly well-received. This film will definitely be appreciated by all."
Director S. J. Shiva highlighted the film's fresh approach: "It's a pleasure to introduce Praveen as a lead actor with 'Bakasura Restaurant.' This film will be a big success for him. Viva Harsha plays the title role. A story like this hasn’t been made in Telugu cinema until now. Each character in the film has been thoughtfully designed. Our technicians have given us excellent support. We are confident that this film will entertain everyone."
Viva Harsha added: "This film will be a benchmark for everyone involved. The director handled the film like a seasoned professional. It’s a family-friendly movie that all can enjoy. I'm happy to see Praveen debuting as a hero. Since this is a trending genre—horror—the film is bound to be a success. It’s a film everyone should enjoy in theatres.”
Prominent Cast and Technical Team
The film boasts a diverse cast including Praveen, Viva Harsha, Shining Phani (Bamchik Bunty), KGF Garuda Ram, Krishna Bhagavan, Srikant Iyengar, Uppena Jayakrishna, Vivek Dandu, Amar, Ram Patas, Ramya Priya, Prachi Thakur, and Jabardasth Apparao.
The technical crew features Bala Saraswathi for cinematography, Marthand K. Venkatesh as editor, and Vikas Badisa for music. Vinay Kotti is the executive producer, with Sri Raja CR Thangala handling art direction. Eluru Srinu and Maduri Madhu are the film’s PROs.
