'Films reflect society': Adivi Sesh on revenge dramas getting popular

'Films reflect society': Adivi Sesh on revenge dramas getting popular

Adivi Sesh, the star of Major and Goodachari, is looking forward to the release of his next, a revenge drama titled Dacait.

In an exclusive interview with Variety India, he revealed that he co-wrote the script and that it holds a special place in his heart.

"When I write a script, I do not keep myself in mind. But at the same time, I don't commence writing a script if I'm not going to be acting in it," he said.

On the current trend of revenge dramas

Sesh also shared his thoughts on the current trend of revenge dramas.

He said, "Yeah, maybe we're all reacting to society at large. Films reflect society, you know. Har kisi ko har kisi se badla lena aaj kal, which is why revenge dramas are popular right now."

The film stars an ex-convict (Sesh) who comes out of jail to exact revenge on his ex-lover (Mrunal Thakur). It will be released on April 10.

On the 8-week window for OTT release

Sesh also spoke about the South Indian film industry exhibitors' decision to give films an eight-week window before they release on OTT.

He said, "I'm very much in favor of an eight-week window between film's release and its OTT release."

"Now, whether my producers can implement it, I don't know.... That's really up to parties who are much bigger than me," he replied.

Update on 'Goodachari 2'

Sesh also spoke about his upcoming projects, including the sequel to his hit 2018 film Goodachari.

He explained the delay in its release, saying he had an injury while shooting Dacait.

"I tore my PCL and could not shoot action scenes for three months," he revealed.

"Now with Dacait releasing on April 10, it did not make sense to have another release 20 days later."

Sesh promises a world-class film with 'Goodachari' sequel

Sesh is excited about the sequel to Goodachari, which will be released later this year.

He said, "G2 is mammoth. It's a very exciting star cast. We shot this film in six different countries in minus 23-degree weather."

"The first version has been largely responsible for my success; it brought back the spy genre to Telugu cinema."

"I am prepared for the comparisons that will arise with the first film. We're trying to make it a world-class film."