One of the major concerns is the increasing use of high-risk stunts in Big Budget Telugu films recent times. Star heroes like Ram Charan, Jr NTR, Mahesh Babu, Pawan Kalyan and Balakrishna often prefer performing demanding action scenes themselves instead of relying completely on body doubles. While this can add authenticity to the scenes, it also increases the possibility of injuries during lengthy and physically demanding shoots.
Ram Charan’s RC 17 has reportedly faced a minor setback due to an injury at Peddi sets, affecting the shooting schedule and forcing the team to make adjustments to its production plans. Even a short break can have a wider impact when multiple departments and shooting locations are involved.
Jr NTR’s Dragon has faced a more significant situation following his shoulder injury and surgery. With doctors advising an extended recovery period, the film’s shooting schedule has had to be reworked around his absence. Since the project depends heavily on its lead actor, his recovery timeline becomes an important factor in determining the next phase of production.
Nandamuri Balakrishna has also been dealing with physical discomfort while working on action-oriented projects under director Gopichand Malineni. This can potentially affect the schedules of his upcoming collaborations with Koratala Siva, particularly when the films require physically demanding sequences.
For filmmakers, these situations are more than just temporary shooting breaks. Big-budget productions involve hundreds of technicians, expensive sets, multiple locations and tightly coordinated schedules. An unexpected injury can therefore lead to changes in shooting plans, additional costs and possible adjustments to release timelines.
With the scale of Telugu cinema continuing to grow, maintaining the health and safety of its leading stars has become increasingly important. For multi-crore projects, even a short production delay can create a significant ripple effect across the entire release calendar.
