Naga Chaitanya’s latest film Thandel, co-starring Sai Pallavi, has received an overwhelming response since its theatrical release on February 7. The film has opened to positive reviews and has been performing well at the box office. Following the film’s success, veteran actor Nagarjuna took to social media to shower praise on his son for his dedication and hard work.
Nagarjuna’s Heartfelt Note for Naga Chaitanya
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Nagarjuna shared a proud message along with a picture of himself and Naga Chaitanya. He wrote,
“Dear @chay_akkineni, Proud of you my son! I have watched you push boundaries, face challenges, and give your heart to the craft. Thandel is not just another film—it is a testament to your relentless passion, your courage to dream big, and your hard work.”
Expressing gratitude to the fans, he continued,
“To all the Akkineni fans—you have stood by us like family, and Thandel’s success is as much yours as it is ours. Thank you for your endless love and support! Gratitude.”
Nagarjuna also extended his congratulations to the film’s team, saying,
“A BIG BIG thank you to #AlluAravind garu and @TheBunnyVas, congratulations to the amazingly talented @Sai_Pallavi92—you never cease to amaze, the genius @ThisIsDSP—you rock, the Rising Star director @chandoomondeti, and the fabulous #Thandel team for making this moment unforgettable!”
Naga Chaitanya, moved by his father’s words, reposted the message on his account and responded,
“Thank you naana. Your appreciation is true success for me :)”
About Thandel
Directed by Chandoo Mondeti, Thandel is based on a true incident involving fishermen from Srikakulam who accidentally drift into Pakistani waters and are detained there. Naga Chaitanya plays Raju, a fisherman who is appointed as the thandel (captain) of a fishing ship ahead of a trip near Gujarat. Sai Pallavi plays his love interest, Satya, whom he affectionately calls bujji thalli (loved one).
The film has emerged as Chaitanya’s biggest opener, collecting over ₹41.20 crore gross within two days of release, as per the film’s official X page. With strong word-of-mouth and emotional storytelling, Thandel continues to captivate audiences and dominate the box office.
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