Uttarakhand CM Hosts Telugu Film Icons for Jyotirlinga Darshan Plans

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Dhami met with Telugu actors Mohan Babu and Vishnu Manchu to discuss the state's film policy. The duo is undertaking a pilgrimage to Jyotirlingas before releasing their film 'Kannapa'. The visit highlights Uttarakhand's growing prominence as a film destination and cultural hub.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami welcomed prominent Telugu cinema personalities M B Naidu and his son, Vishnu Manchu, for a meeting at his residence in Dehradun. The courtesy visit took place on Monday and centered around discussions about the region's film policy.

Taking to social media platform X, CM Dhami shared a photograph with the visiting actors, expressing his enthusiasm about exchanging ideas on the state's cinematic prospects. M. B. Naidu, known as Mohan Babu, revealed that his upcoming project 'Kannapa' is nearing release, with its promotional activities tied to a pilgrimage across India's 12 Jyotirlingas.

The spiritual journey is set to commence from Kedarnath, a revered site in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. Vishnu Manchu, an acclaimed actor and producer, emphasized the significance of receiving blessings from Kedarnath and the sacred land of Uttarakhand. Chief Minister Dhami extended his best wishes to the duo for their film's success, underscoring the state's cultural allure. Also present was Banshidhar Tiwari, CEO of the Uttarakhand Film Development Council and Director General of Information and Public Relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)