A Film That Won Hearts Everywhere !

Naga Chaitanya’s blockbuster film Thandel has completed one successful year since its theatrical release. Released on February 7, 2025, the film emerged as a major milestone in the actor’s career, crossing the ₹100-crore mark at the box office. Marking the occasion, Naga Chaitanya took to social media to express his gratitude to audiences and the entire film team for making the film a memorable success. Directed by Chandoo Mondeti, Thandel was inspired by real-life incidents involving fishermen from Srikakulam who accidentally crossed international waters in 2018.

For the role, Naga Chaitanya underwent a complete transformation, convincingly portraying a fisherman with refined body language and look. Sai Pallavi received widespread acclaim for her emotionally driven role as Sathya. Following its theatrical success, the film went on to create records on Netflix with massive viewership and also achieved one of the highest TRPs during its satellite premieres. Produced by Bunny Vasu under the Geetha Arts banner, with music composed by Devi Sri Prasad, the film’s realistic coastal visuals and soulful soundtrack played a key role in its lasting impact. Fans continue to celebrate February 7 as a special day in Chaitanya’s career.