Naga Chaitanya celebrated his grandfather ANR’s glorious legacy with a screening of Prem Nagar

As part of the 100th anniversary celebrations of legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR), Annapurna Studios has curated an unforgettable tribute, screening ten iconic films across 31 cities in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Among these screenings, Prem Nagar (1971), one of ANR’s most cherished classics, was showcased at Shanti Theatre on 20th September, with Naga Chaitanya attending the special event.

In a heartfelt reflection, Naga Chaitanya shared, “I’m really excited to catch these classics on the big screen. I never had the chance to experience my granddad's films in theatres with an audience while growing up, so this is truly a memorable moment. In fact, even to date, many filmmakers discuss how these classics had such forward-thinking storylines back then. This is not only entertainment for me, but also a learning of sorts, experiencing these films on the big screen. I couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate my granddad's 100th anniversary.”

Naga Chaitanya’s presence at the screening of "Prem Nagar" added a personal and poignant touch to the centenary celebrations, bridging the gap between the past and present of the Akkineni family’s cinematic legacy.