Nitesh Tiwari Shares Deep Bond With Telugu Cinema at Ramayana Event

Director Nitesh Tiwari, at the Telugu pre-release event for his film 'Ramayana', captivated the audience by expressing his enduring admiration for Telugu cinema. Known for his acclaimed work in Hindi cinema, Tiwari revealed that his fascination with Telugu films began in his childhood after watching Nagarjuna and Ram Gopal Varma's 'Shiva'. He described being 'blown away' by the film's impact.

Tiwari further shared that Chiranjeevi's 'Pratibandh' made him realize how cinema can transcend language barriers. His connection to Telugu culture deepened during his college years, where a friendship with a Telugu classmate led to a mutual exchange of film recommendations, broadening his appreciation for both industries.

The director listed several Telugu classics that left a mark on him, including 'Kshana Kshanam', 'Geethanjali', 'Eega', 'Baahubali', and 'RRR'. He praised Telugu filmmakers, calling them 'magicians', and specifically named Rajamouli, Trivikram, Sukumar, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, and Nag Ashwin as inspirations. Tiwari's candid speech has quickly gained traction on social media, with many Telugu fans celebrating his genuine affection for Tollywood.

'Ramayana', directed by Nitesh Tiwari and featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, is scheduled for a Diwali 2026 release. The film is backed by Namit Malhotra, and its Telugu distribution is being handled by Dil Raju, who is looking to bounce back after a challenging year as a distributor. The event highlighted the growing cultural exchange between Bollywood and Tollywood, with Tiwari's remarks striking a chord among Telugu audiences.