Nagarjuna’s Advice to His Sons: Take the Leap Like I Did in the 90s

Some career lessons don’t age — they just get passed down. That’s exactly what happened when Nagarjuna Akkineni sat down with sons Naga Chaitanya and Akhil Akkineni for a candid family interaction, revisiting the one decision that shaped his entire career: saying yes to Mani Ratnam’s Geethanjali.

The Bold Move That Changed Everything

Nagarjuna recalled that back in the late 1980s, several leading actors were hesitant to sign Geethanjali, but he took the risk anyway. That single decision, he said, ended up defining his career path. Now, decades later, he hopes his sons find the courage to make similarly bold choices in their own journeys, rather than always playing it safe.

But the veteran star was also honest about how times have changed. He pointed out that the film industry of the 90s allowed actors room to bounce back from a string of flops, while today’s audiences are far less forgiving and quicker to shift loyalty to someone new.

Nagarjuna: Overview

Why Geethanjali Still Matters

Written and directed by Mani Ratnam, Geethanjali tells the story of two young people, each facing a terminal illness, who find love and meaning in the time they have left. The film struck a chord with audiences and is set for a big-screen re-release on August 28, 2026 — nearly 40 years after it first hit theaters, giving a new generation the chance to experience the film that shaped Nagarjuna’s path.

Looking ahead, Nagarjuna is set to headline the action drama King100 opposite Tabu, while Naga Chaitanya gears up for the mythological adventure Vrushakarma. For more updates on the Akkineni family’s upcoming projects and South cinema news, check out the coverage on TechnoSports.

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