Sandeep Reddy Vanga Reveals Sai Pallavi Was His First Choice for Arjun Reddy at Thandel Event | CineChitram

The Thandel pre-release event turned into a trip down memory lane when director Sandeep Reddy Vanga shared a surprising revelation about his blockbuster film Arjun Reddy.

During his speech, Sandeep revealed that Sai Pallavi was initially his first pick for the female lead, having been captivated by her performance in Premam. Determined to approach her for the role, he managed to get a contact who claimed to be her coordinator from Kerala. While discussing the film’s premise, he subtly mentioned that the story revolved around a passionate yet heartbroken protagonist with an intense romantic angle.

However, the response he received was unexpected. The supposed coordinator bluntly stated, “Forget about romance—Sai Pallavi doesn’t even wear sleeveless outfits. So don’t even think about it.” This statement took Sandeep by surprise. Eventually, he realized that the person wasn’t actually her manager. With no clear path forward, he moved on and ultimately cast Shalini Pandey, who went on to deliver a stellar performance.

Reflecting on this, Sandeep pointed out that while many actors evolve and adapt over time, Sai Pallavi has stayed true to her values. This consistency only deepened his admiration for her. His revelation left the audience both surprised and intrigued, adding an interesting “what-if” moment to Arjun Reddy’s history.

In response to Sandeep’s revelation, Sai Pallavi took the stage to share her thoughts. She praised Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s journey as a passionate filmmaker and clarified that she never had a manager. She further stated that anyone who had spoken on her behalf regarding Arjun Reddy had done so without her knowledge. Additionally, she applauded Shalini Pandey and Vijay Deverakonda for their exceptional performances, which made the film the success it became.

This nostalgic exchange between Sandeep and Sai Pallavi made one of the most discussed moments at the Thandel pre-release event. There has been a lot of speculation among fans about how different Arjun Reddy would have been if Sai Pallavi was cast in the lead role.

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