Rana Daggubati: Telugu cinema's storytelling in its best time

Rana Daggubati

Hyderabad: Actor Rana Daggubati has praised the Telugu film industry and said it is in its best form and time. Rana tweeted on Monday, "Telugu cinema's storytelling in its best time! 'Jersey' what a simple, beautiful story told with excellent craftsmanship." Telugu film Jersey is the story of a middle-aged cricketer whose career failed to take off and is under pressure to give up on his dream.

Earlier, Rana who has acted in Telugu films like Arrambam and Dongaata, lauded actor Nani's performance in the sports drama. "Nani you, my friend, are the amongst the country's best! Shraddha Srinath watched you with moist eyes. You were excellent. Satyaraj Garu awesome, always!" he had tweeted. Nani replied: "You are a true fan of cinema. I knew you will love it. Thank you."

Jersey is directed by Gowtham Tinnanuri and produced by Suryadevara Naga. Rana in an earlier interview when asked about his journey as an actor, the actor told IANS over e-mail: "I love acting and it's part of what I do and know. I am truly passionate about the art of acting. I started working when I was 17 and since then I have tried my hand at visual effects, acting, producing films and entrepreneurial roles. I've loved the art of storytelling and movies allow me to do so."

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Edited by mid-day online desk with inputs from IANS