'Siva': Nagarjuna's cult classic to get a grand 4K re-release; trailer to debut in theatres with 'Coolie'
The Ram Gopal Varma-directed 'Siva', starring Nagarjuna, is regarded as one of the finest films ever made. The 1989 action drama, which became a cult classic, is reportedly set to return to the big screens, 36 years after its original release.
Nagarjuna on the film's legacy
Marking the golden jubilee of his production house, Nagarjuna is re-releasing some of its most celebrated hits, with 'Siva' leading the line-up. On Friday, the actor took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the big news, writing, "Hello my friends! we are bringing back the most iconic film SHIVA and for the first time time in 4K DOLBY ATMOS sound SHIVA TRAILER WITH #COOLIE on 14th August!! Shiva the film very soon."
Teaser to release during 'Coolie' theatrical release
The teaser for the restored version will be attached to Nagarjuna's upcoming film 'Coolie', which hits theatres on August 14.
The official release date for 'Siva' is yet to be announced.
'Siva' was a landmark film, which was originally released on October 5, 1989. The film includes a realistic portrayal of student exploitation and gang violence.
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Director Ram Gopal Varma also shared a tweet on social media, sharing a poster and wrote, "PROTECT YOUR JAWS @iamnagarjuna's SHIVA is all set to HIT you soon with a 4 K DOLBY ATMOS PUNCH ..Glimpse in #Coolie Theatres from August 14th".
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On the work front, Nagarjuna will next be seen in the highly anticipated Tamil action thriller 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film, starring Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan in pivotal roles, is set for a worldwide theatrical release in multiple languages.
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