Hyderabad: The unit of Gopichand’s action entertainer ‘Singa’ has wrapped an extensive shooting schedule, completing 50 per cent of the film’s shoot. The next schedule is slated to begin on a grand scale in December this year, sources close to the unit said.

For Telugu cinema fans who have been tracking the project, that timeline matters. The film is one of the most eagerly awaited action entertainers on the calendar, and the halfway mark gives the first real sense of how big this production is going to get.

Forest sets and bigger builds ahead

Sources said the team completed its last extensive schedule with elaborate sets resembling a forest environment. Preparations for the next phase are already underway, and even more expansive sets are being constructed for the December shoot.

The scale of those sets is tied to the film’s action sequences and dramatic narrative. Insiders describe ‘Singa’ as a blend of action, emotion and drama, built to showcase Gopichand in a powerful new role.

A choreographer steps behind the camera

The film marks the directorial debut of V Venkat, who is described as a leading action choreographer. Sources said Venkat has developed a gripping narrative packed with intense moments and strong emotional depth. For an action specialist moving into the director’s chair, that combination of physical set pieces and emotional beats is the key thing to watch.

"The film, sources said, would be a blend of action, emotion and drama and was being designed to showcase Gopichand in a powerful new role."

Production house with a distinct track record

’Singa’ is being produced by Vijay Chilla and Shashi Devireddy under the 70mm Entertainments banner. The studio has earned a reputation for backing distinctive and impactful stories, and sources said it is mounting this film on a lavish scale to ensure high production values and technical standards.

Anarkali Nazar’s Telugu entry

Malayalam actress Anarkali Nazar plays the leading lady. The film marks her Telugu cinema debut, which gives the project a fresh pairing for audiences in the Telugu market.

The technical crew

The film has a heavyweight crew behind it. Renowned cinematographer Shamdat ISC is handling the visuals, and Sam CS is composing the music. National Award-winning editor Sreekar Prasad has been entrusted with the edit. Production design is being overseen by Rama Krishna-Monika, while sound design is handled by Sachin Sudhakaran-Hariharan.

What happens next

With half the shoot complete and the next schedule set for December, the film now moves into its biggest set-building phase. Sources have not announced a release date in the reporting, so the December schedule is the next concrete milestone. Fans will be watching for the first official updates from the unit as the shoot moves forward.