Tollywood actor Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas has sparked buzz and controversy with his bold remarks ahead of the release of his upcoming horror thriller Kishkindhapuri. The actor, known for his massy screen presence, left industry watchers surprised when he openly challenged that he would quit films if the audience found his new project boring within the first ten minutes. The statement, which highlights both his confidence and the stakes involved, has quickly gone viral, leading to a storm of reactions online.

“Cinema Should Keep You Hooked”

While promoting the film, Sreenivas explained what makes cinema truly successful in his eyes. “What is cinema? If you’re invested in a film for two and a half hours and haven’t looked at your phone, that’s a success,” he said during an interview. He went on to assure fans that Kishkindhapuri would deliver exactly that experience. “If anyone looks at their phone after watching Kishkindhapuri for ten minutes, I will leave the film industry,” he declared, adding that the story, sound design, and effort put into the movie will ensure maximum engagement.

His comments reflect an unusual mix of risk-taking and confidence. In an era when audience distractions are at an all-time high, Sreenivas is betting big on his ability to hold viewers’ attention—a gamble few actors make so publicly.

Mixed Reactions from Netizens

Unsurprisingly, his bold challenge has set social media abuzz. While some fans cheered his conviction, dubbing it a “mass promise,” others were quick to poke fun. One user quipped, “We’ve heard such challenges before, and no one really quits.” Another joked, “If I open Snapchat after 10 minutes, will you really leave the industry?” The comments underline the mixed sentiments among audiences, with curiosity now at a peak to see if the film actually lives up to his words.

Some comparisons were even drawn with other confident statements in Telugu cinema history, with users recalling how filmmakers often make big promises before release to boost publicity. Regardless of the intent, Sreenivas has successfully ensured that Kishkindhapuri is on everyone’s radar in the days leading up to its release.

Clash with Mirai Adds to The Stakes

The buzz is further amplified as Kishkindhapuri will release on September 12, clashing with Mirai, directed by Anil Anand and Karthik Gattamneni, and starring Teja Sajja, Manchu Manoj, and Ritika Nayak. Interestingly, Sreenivas has also voiced his displeasure over the clash, stating that his producers had initially planned a solo slot for their release date. “I don’t have an issue with another film releasing, but at least a courtesy call or discussion with our producer would have been better,” he told Great Andhra.

This simultaneous release puts additional pressure on the box office performance of Kishkindhapuri, especially given the rising expectations created by Sreenivas’s daring claim.

All Eyes on September 12

As the release weekend approaches, the stakes are undeniably high for Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas. His upcoming film has transformed from just another horror thriller to one of the most closely watched releases in recent Tollywood memory. The big question remains—will Kishkindhapuri truly keep audiences glued to their seats, or will his bold challenge come back to haunt him?

Only time and the audience’s phones will tell.

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