Vijay Deverakonda, who is busy with two big films has now okayed Hi Nanna director Shouryuv's next which is a romantic family drama

Last Updated: 09.29 AM, Mar 09, 2026
Hi Nanna was a smash hit at the box office and introduced Telugu cinema to a promising new director in the form of Shouryuv. The emotional drama impressed audiences with its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances. However, despite the success of his debut film, the young director has yet to lock his second project.
After the success of Hi Nanna, Shouryuv reportedly penned a script for Jr NTR and spent nearly a year and a half developing it. Unfortunately, the project did not materialize, which was a major disappointment for the filmmaker.

Following this setback, Shouryuv approached a few other Telugu actors with his script. He even met Tamil star Karthi to narrate the story, but the project did not move forward.
Now, according to sources close to the development, Shouryuv has met Vijay Deverakonda and narrated a fresh script. A source reveals that Vijay was quite impressed with the narration and has given his initial approval for the project. The director reportedly came prepared with a bound script, and the film is said to be a romantic drama set against a dark backdrop.

The story apparently offers the hero plenty of scope to perform and showcase his acting abilities. Vijay Deverakonda is said to have liked the concept and narrative style, which convinced him to give the project a green signal.
However, the film will take some time to begin. Vijay Deverakonda is currently busy shooting for two films and has no available dates for the rest of the year. According to insiders, the project with Shouryuv is likely to go on floors in the first half of 2027. Pre-production work has already begun, and the director is said to be working on the finer details and casting.

Meanwhile, Shouryuv is reportedly approaching several supporting actors for key roles in the film. Given the impact he created with Hi Nanna, expectations are already high for his next project.
On the other hand, Vijay Deverakonda is gearing up for his upcoming film Ranabaali, which will soon begin shooting in the Kurnool district. The official announcement regarding the Vijay Deverakonda–Shouryuv project is expected in the coming months. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what this collaboration brings to the big screen.
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Q. Who is the music director of Ranabaali?
A. Ajay-Atul are the music directors for the film
Q. Who is the heroine of Ranabaali?
A. Rashmika Mandanna plays the female lead in this film
Q. What are Vijay Deverakonda's upcoming films?
A. He is now shooting for Ranabaali and will soon team up with Hi Nanna director Shouryuv