Hero Smile Sreenu is going to act as the hero in the movie "Naakoka Pellam Kavali"

Smile Sreenu, who earned fame as a talented director through Kannada hits like Oh My Love, 18 to 25 Ballari, and Darbar, is now set to make his debut as a lead actor in Telugu cinema. Known for creating feel-good movies and winning over Kannada audiences, his directorial Oh My Love completed a successful 50-day run. Building on this momentum, Smile Sreenu is gearing up to star in his first Telugu film, titled Naakoka Pellam Kavali. Directed by Hari Allineni, the team is currently in the process of selecting a fitting heroine and technicians for the project.

During an interview, Smile Sreenu shared, "This is my debut as a hero in Telugu, and I’m thrilled to be part of a Telugu project. Director Hari Allineni has completed the script work, and it’s a family entertainer that will appeal to everyone."

Director Hari Allineni added, "The script has been crafted to resonate with Telugu audiences. We’re set to start filming in January, and soon, we’ll announce the full details about the cast, crew, and technical team."