Krish Jagarlamudi interview: Ghaati is my most commercial film to date and Anushka Shetty will shock one and all

Krish Jagarlamudi made headlines when he walked out of Pawan Kalyan's Hari Hara Veera Mallu. He is now ready with his new film Ghaati that hits the screens on Sep 5, 2025.

Krish interview about Ghaati

Ghaati is director Krish Jagarlamudi's new film featuring Anushka Shetty. Ahead of the release, he speaks to us about walking out of Hari Hara Veera Mallu, designing Ghaati, wanting to score a hit, and much more. Here is the transcript.

Krish interview about Ghaati

Are you feeling the pressure to deliver with Ghaati?

Yes, I am. It has been quite some time since my last film ended as a big hit. Kondapolam disappointed one and all, and Hari Hara Veera Mallu did not work out. So, I have Ghaati, which is kind of a crowd-pleaser and is a proper action thriller.

How hard was it to walk out of Hari Hara Veera Mallu?

It was a tough decision to make, but I had to do it. As the film was getting delayed time and again, I took a break and made Kondapolam. As things kept getting delayed further, I had no choice but to walk out, as it had already been five years with that project.

Did you get to watch the film? What’s your response?

Yes, I watched Hari Hara Veera Mallu, and it is completely different from what I had imagined, and I do not blame anyone. When someone takes up the project, the film will have their touch and vision. So, whatever I saw had a different concept and storytelling.

How was Ghaati conceptualized?

I had an obligation to make a film with Anushka Shetty. That is when I came to know about these Ghaatis who operate in the Andhra–Odisha border and are drug peddlers. We developed the story of a female drug peddler and her redemption in life and narrated it to Anushka, and she loved the script and said okay right away.

Most of your films have an arthouse film feeling. Does Ghaati also have the same vibe?

Ghaati is my most commercial film to date. I have come out of my comfort zone and made a film with proper commercial aspects. Anushka will be seen in a completely new avatar, and the film has seven to eight proper action sequences, which the audience will love. Ghaati is a proper big-screen experience with pulsating action and solid emotions.

On choosing Anushka for such a rustic avatar?

When I chose Anushka for the role of a sex worker, everyone was stunned. But the way she portrayed the role and made the film a solid hit was there for us all to see. Similarly, Ghaati might sound like a solid action drama for a star hero, and if I had done that, it would have sounded routine. That’s why I chose Anushka, who has a soft image. Her rebel avatar in the film will be the talking point once the film is released.

Working with the likes of Chaitanya Rao and Vikram Prabhu?

So many have asked why I have chosen Vikram Prabhu. He plays the character of Desi Raju and is amazing. His performance, screen presence, and dialogue delivery are top-notch in the film, and Vikram will shock one and all. Coming to Chaitanya Rao, I saw his performance in 30 Weds 21 and Mayasabha, and was taken aback and roped him in. These two actors will surprise one and all with their performances.

What should we expect from Ghaati?

I am just eagerly waiting to see how the audience embraces Ghaati. I have worked hard and taken a new route to narrate my stories. The film has a different story, a great cast, amazing thrills, and solid emotions, which make the film a must-watch in theaters.

Also Read: Krish on casting Chaitanya Rao in Ghaati: Mayasabha proved he can stun as a villain

FAQs

Q. When will Anushka Shetty's Ghaati release?

A. Ghaati will release on September 5, 2025. Krish has directed the film.

Q. Who is the hero in Anushka Shetty's Ghaati?

A. Tamil actor Vikram Prabhu plays the main lead in Ghaati.

Q. What is Anushka Shetty's Ghaati all about?

A. Ghaati, with a period set-up, is about a daring woman who goes all out and saves her clan.

Q. Where to stream Ghaati on OTT?

A. You can stream the film on Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical run.

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