Telugu cinema just got a nostalgic jolt of excitement! Actor Nagarjuna Akkineni took to his X profile to share a heartfelt — and delightfully quirky — post thanking Allu Arjun for his grand gesture of support ahead of the 4K re-release of the 1989 cult classic Shiva.
“Dear @alluarjun rendu lorryla thanks to you!!! #Shiva4KOnNovember14th #50YearsOfAnnapurna #SHIVA #ANRLivesOn,” wrote Nagarjuna, adding tags to Ram Gopal Varma, Ilaiyaraaja, Amala Akkineni, and Annapurna Studios.
In the accompanying video, fans were treated to a mix of nostalgia and camaraderie — clips of Shiva’s raw, revolutionary action sequences intercut with Allu Arjun’s enthusiastic reactions, celebrating the film’s timeless energy. The two stars’ exchange lit up Telugu social media, uniting old-school cinephiles and a new generation of movie lovers.
The restored version of Shiva is set to hit cinemas worldwide on November 14, 2025, marking a double celebration: the 50th anniversary of Annapurna Studios and the revival of one of Indian cinema’s most iconic action dramas.
Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, Shiva redefined Telugu filmmaking when it released in 1989 — a gritty tale of student rebellion and social justice, powered by Nagarjuna’s intense performance and Ilaiyaraaja’s unforgettable score. Its influence echoed across the 1990s, inspiring a generation of filmmakers with its raw realism and kinetic storytelling.
Allu Arjun’s gesture — reportedly two lorry-loads of massive posters to promote the re-release — adds a beautiful full-circle moment to the legacy: a superstar of today celebrating the film that helped shape the cinematic language of Telugu mass cinema.
With Shiva returning in 4K glory and fans rallying online under the hashtag #Shiva4KOnNovember14th, this re-release promises not just nostalgia, but a renewed celebration of Telugu cinema’s rebellious spirit.
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