Riteish Deshmukh is set to make his Telugu film debut with Ram Pothineni’s upcoming film, ‘RAPO 23’. The makers recently announced his association with the project as the team continues shooting in Hyderabad. A behind-the-scenes video shared by the makers captures Riteish arriving on set, where Ram warmly welcomes him with a hug.
The film marks Ram Pothineni’s directorial debut, with the actor taking on the dual responsibility of playing the lead role and directing the project. Produced by Krishna Pothineni under the Rapo Cinematics banner, #RAPO23 is being mounted on a grand scale and is set against a neo-noir backdrop.
Riteish Deshmukh, known for his performances in Hindi films such as Ek Villain, Raid 2 and Raja Shivaji, is now stepping into Telugu cinema for the first time. According to the makers, the actor was impressed by the script and his character, prompting him to come on board. His role is said to be pivotal to the film’s narrative.
The BTS video offers a glimpse into the ongoing Hyderabad schedule. Although Riteish’s face remains concealed in the clip, it captures his arrival on set and his warm interaction with Ram Pothineni. The announcement brings the two actors together for a new on-screen collaboration as the film progresses through production.
Samyuktha plays the female lead in #RAPO23, which also features several other actors in key roles. The technical crew includes cinematographer Thirunavukarasu, popularly known as Tirru, production designer AS Prakash and music composer Sam CS.
The film’s action sequences are being choreographed by Peter Hein, Vikram Mor and Kevin, bringing together an experienced team of stunt professionals for the ambitious project.
With filming underway in Hyderabad, #RAPO23 marks two significant milestones: Ram Pothineni’s debut as a director and Riteish Deshmukh’s entry into Telugu cinema. Further details regarding the film’s cast and release date are awaited.
