Hyderabad:Superstar Jr. NTR recently opened up about the grueling process of filming underwater sequences for his highly anticipated movie, Devara: Part 1. In an insightful conversation with filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the RRR actor revealed the complexities and intense preparation involved in creating a pivotal underwater scene that took 35 days to shoot. Meanwhile, the makers in a special post announced that Devara has become the first Indian film to release in D-box theaters in Australia.
In an interview, Jr. NTR described the underwater shoot as one of the most challenging experiences of his career. The sequence, which includes a dramatic interaction with a shark, demanded extreme precision due to the brief periods actors could remain submerged. "If it is a six-second shot, we needed to rehearse it properly and execute it flawlessly," he explained.
The depth of the pool, reaching 18 feet, added to the difficulty, as actors had to perform not just swimming but also fighting and acting while submerged. The lack of visibility without goggles further complicated the process, making it hard for him to see the camera. Despite these hurdles, the Telugu superstar expressed pride in the team's achievements, highlighting the sequence as a complex yet rewarding challenge.