Naga Chaitanya to join hands with debutant director for his next: Reports |

Naga Chaitanya is basking in the glory of his latest film, ‘Thandel’, directed by Chandoo Mondeti and co-starring Sai Pallavi. Latest reports suggest that he is expected to be working with a debutant director for his upcoming project.
As per a 123Telugu report, Naga Chaitanya is expected to start his 25th film, which is rumored to be with debutant director Kishore. According to reports, Chaitanya was impressed by the story and immediately gave his nod to the project. Although an official confirmation is pending.
Before this, he is currently working on his next, which is tentatively titled, ‘NC24’ which will be a mythical thriller and is directed by Karthik Varma Dandu. On Naga Chaitanya’s birthday, November 23, 2024, the makers unveiled a captivating poster for ‘NC24’. The poster features Chaitanya standing on a rock in a dark cave, equipped with rock climbing tools.The film will feature high-quality visual effects. Shamdat ISC will lead the cinematography, while Naveen Nooli will handle the editing. The music is composed by Ajaneesh Loknath, known for his work in ‘Kantara’ and ‘Virupaksha’.
Speaking of his latest film, ‘Thandel’, providing him with a much-needed boost in his career. His performance as a fisherman from Srikakulam has been praised for its authenticity. The movie opened on February 7, 2025, and quickly gained momentum, grossing over Rs 100 crore globally within just ten days. The Telugu version of the film has been the biggest contributor to its success, with the movie performing well in both domestic and overseas markets.

Meanwhile, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala, who tied the knot in December 2024, have been enjoying a blissful married life. Post-marriage, the couple embarked on a spiritual journey, visiting temples in Andhra Pradesh, followed by a romantic honeymoon in Mexico. They have been finding “pockets of time” to spend together amidst their busy schedules, cherishing every moment they share.