Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar on ‘America America 2’: Can it beat the classic?
Veteran Kannada filmmaker Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar discusses his upcoming movie ‘America America 2’, a spiritual sequel to his 1997 blockbuster. He explains the new film's relevance and reflects on the original's journey to becoming a classic despite initial rejections. The movie, starring Prithvi Ambaar, Nirup Bhandari, and Shanvi Srivastava, is set to release on September 11.
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This article is significant for fans of Kannada cinema, as it highlights the return of a beloved filmmaker and a sequel to a classic, potentially impacting the regional film industry and cultural discourse.
Veteran Kannada filmmaker Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar opens up on his upcoming movie ‘America America 2’, a spiritual sequel to his 1997 blockbuster. He talks about why the film is relevant in today’s times and goes back memory lane, talking about why ‘America America’ became a classic after a slow start and rejections from media. The latest film, starring Prithvi Ambaar, Nirup Bhandari and Shanvi Srivastava releases on September 11.
Published - September 05, 2026 07:41 am IST
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