Senior character artiste Rajendra Prasad will be seen in a lead role in the upcoming family drama, Shashtipoorthi. The film features a poignant soundtrack composed by the legendary Ilaiyaraaja. The film’s promos created a good buzz. Shashtipoorthi is hitting theaters on May 30 amid decent expectations.
In a latest promotional interview, Shashtipoorthi director Pavan Prabha revealed the main theme of his movie. “Shashtipoorthi highlights the greatness of love and commitment of our mom and dad,” said the young director. Talking about what inspired him to make Shashtipoorthi, Pavan Prabha said he grew up in a joint family and that he was shocked to see children abandoning their parents on roads.
Pavan Prabha further revealed that the film was majorly shot in and around the picturesque locales of the Godavari region. “Ilaiyaraaja garu’s music is a major asset. With no cuts from the censor board, we’re coming to the theaters on May 30,” Pavan Prabha added.
National Award-winning actress Archana, who played Rajendra Prasad’s love interest in Ladies Tailor in 1986, played a lead role in Shashtipoorthi. Producer Rupeysh Choudhary and Akanksha Singh essayed prominent roles in the movie. Padma Sri Thota Tharani is the film’s art director.