Jr NTR has added a special touch to Lenin by lending his signature voice to the film’s opening narration. His powerful voice introduces Sriramapuram, the Chittoor village where the story unfolds, along with Bharatham Mitta, setting the tone for the period action drama ahead of its theatrical release on July 10. Delighted by the gesture, the makers shared, “A world born out of conviction. Introduced by a voice that needs no introduction.”

The association also carries personal significance. Jr NTR and Akhil Akkineni have shared a close bond for several years. Ahead of the release of Mr. Majnu in 2019, Tarak had confidently predicted that Akhil would become “one of the finest actors because of his self-critical nature.”

Expressing his gratitude, Akhil wrote on social media, “Thank you, Tiger. Thanks for roaring for #Lenin. Eppatiki marichipolenantha prema ichhavu. Love you, brother.” Jr NTR also shares a close rapport with producer S. Naga Vamsi. The two are set to collaborate on God of War, directed by Trivikram Srinivas.