Chay Heads to Gujarat for Spiritual Thriller with Karthik Varma Dandu
Fresh off the celebrations from Akhil Akkineni’s wedding, Naga Chaitanya is wasting no time and jumping right back into work. The actor is currently busy with an untitled thriller directed by Karthik Varma Dandu, best known for Virupaksha.
The team recently wrapped a key Hyderabad schedule, where they shot intense scenes on a specially constructed cave set. The film’s storyline is said to be spiritually themed with a layer of mystery, hinting at yet another genre-bending performance from Chaitanya.
Gujarat Schedule Begins Soon
The next leg of the film’s shoot will take place in Gujarat, with the schedule set to begin later this month. Several crucial scenes featuring Chaitanya and other principal cast members will be filmed during this phase. The new location promises to add a raw, rustic edge to the film’s visual tone and narrative setting.
Cast & Crew Buzz
While official confirmation is still pending, buzz suggests that Meenakshi Chaudhary will be playing the female lead. The film is being bankrolled by BVSN Prasad and B. Sukumar, with Bapineedu presenting it under their banner.
Looking Ahead to Summer 2026
With a summer 2026 release in the pipeline, this thriller could be a turning point in Chaitanya’s career. His recent project choices reveal a shift towards layered characters and unconventional genres, and this film seems to align perfectly with that evolution.
Fans can look forward to something unique, atmospheric, and emotionally intense from this collaboration.
