Thanks to 'Pelli Choopulu', Priyadarshi was seen mostly as a comedian for a few years after its release in 2016. But he is not just a comedian. Even though 'Jathi Ratnalu' remains his more popular outing, his performances in 'Oke Oka Jeevitham' and 'Mallesham' were serious. Even 'Brochevarevarura' didn't have him in a typical comedian role. He was almost one of its lead men.
Priyadarshi's career biggest day is March 3. It's the release date of 'Balagam'. A village-based comedy-drama, the film is produced by Dil Raju Productions.
At a recent presser, Priyadarshi urged the audience to give the film a shot in theatres and not wait to appreciate it when it comes out on OTT. His fervent appeal goes to show that he is betting big on 'Balagam', which is not a commercial film but a rooted drama (going by the pre-release teaser, songs, etc.).
As per the makers, the film's recent pre-release screenings in Nizamabad and Mahbubabad have received a thumbs-up from the audience. Can 'Balagam' be for Priyadarshi what 'Writer Padmabhushan' has been to Suhas? Will the audience make it a hit and catapult Priyadarshi to the next level? Let's wait and watch!
