Haripriya Creations, under the direction of Pranadeep Thakur, is set to release the film 'Rakshana' on June 7th, with Payal Rajput in the lead role. The teaser and trailer have already captivated audiences. Director Pranadeep Thakur shared some intriguing details about the movie during a recent media interaction.
Highlights from the Director’s Interview:
Title and Theme: 'Rakshana' is an investigative thriller. The title was chosen to reflect the protective nature of the main character. Initially, they considered 'Rakshak', inspired by Telangana police vehicles, but eventually settled on 'Rakshana'. The film has a realistic approach.
Casting Payal Rajput: The script was written without any actor in mind, but the director wanted someone with a suitable physique for the police role. After the release of 'RX 100', Payal Rajput seemed perfect for the role. She loved the story and agreed to star in the film.
Shooting and Promotion: The film was shot over 57 days, with Payal Rajput filming for 47 of those days. There were disagreements over promotion obligations, but the director expressed confidence in the film and was willing to pay the remaining balance to Payal despite the issues.
Director’s Background: Pranadeep Thakur has worked as an assistant and co-director with notable directors like Gunasekhar and Anand Ranga. His experience includes working on films like 'Okkadu', 'Sainikudu', 'Rudramadevi', 'Oy!', and 'Orange'.
Challenges in Filmmaking: Thakur emphasized the difficulties in marketing and releasing a film, highlighting that creating a film is a creative task, while releasing it is more about marketing.
Story and Message: Inspired by a real incident in a police officer’s life, 'Rakshana' includes a message without being preachy. The director assured that the film is more about storytelling than delivering lectures.
Future of Payal Rajput: The director believes this film will change Payal Rajput’s image, showcasing her in a powerful role and opening doors for more impactful roles in the future.
OTT and Satellite Rights: As of now, OTT and satellite rights are still under negotiation. The director encourages audiences to watch the movie in theaters if they liked the trailer and teaser.
