Few films leave a lasting mark, and Sukumar’s directorial debut Arya, starring Allu Arjun, is one of them. More than 20 years after its release, the film and its music, composed by Devi Sri Prasad, are still remembered. The dubbed versions of Arya also made an impact across India, beyond the Telugu states.

This Diwali, four films are set to release, including Dude. Though it is a dubbed film, it has generated significant interest among Telugu audiences, thanks to its promotional material and music. On Wednesday, the team held a pre-release event in Hyderabad to promote the film.

Director Keerthiswaran, making his directorial debut with Dude, spoke at the event. A former associate of Sudha Kongara on Soorarai Pottru (dubbed Aakasham Nee Hadhura in Telugu), he revealed that Arya inspired h

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