2003 released blockbuster, Okkadu brought hero Mahesh Babu star status. Directed by Gunasekhar, the film was released during the Sankranthi season of the year and went on to become a huge success at the box office.
The film was produced by MS Raju. Mani Sharma’s music and the action-filled drama got huge applause from the audience. Eventually, the film settled as one of the iconic hits in the Telugu film industry. Meanwhile, the latest news is that marking twenty years of Okkadu, the makers are planning to re-release Okkadu in the theaters on January 7th.
Reportedly, the upgraded and remastered version of Okkadu with 4K projection technology will be out. Currently, the technical work for the same is underway. Co-starring Prakash Raj in the antagonist role, Bhumika Chawla is the female lead in Okkadu. The on-screen chemistry between Mahesh Babu and Bhumika was also lauded by the audience.