Bring the action to Hyderabad, chief minister Revanth Reddy tells Tollywood

Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday called on the Telugu film industry to draft a vision document that would contribute to Telangana’s goal of becoming a $3 trillion economy by 2047.

Speaking at the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025 function in Hyderabad, Revanth said that just like the govt is preparing sectoral plans for IT, pharma, and other industries, the film industry too will have a dedicated chapter in the state’s upcoming Vision 2027 document.

“Bring Hollywood and Bollywood to Hyderabad — this is where the action should be,” the CM told acclaimed director SS Rajamouli.

“You tell me what infrastructure you need; we will create it,” he said.

Revanth said that while govt decisions may sometimes appear stringent, they are always aimed at empowering the film industry. Recalling the legacy of Congress govts, he said it was the Congress that instituted the Nandi Film Awards in undivided AP in 1964. He added that no film awards were given over the past 14 years, but the Telangana govt has now revived them, honouring filmmakers and artistes for every year since the formation of the state in 2014.

Addressing the new generation of actors, Revanth urged stars like Pawan Kalyan, Mahesh Babu, and Allu Arjun to take a leadership role in advancing the industry’s contribution to the state’s economic vision.

“When India marks 100 years of independence in 2047, Telangana should also celebrate by achieving this ambitious milestone,” he said.

Revanth emphasised that Telangana’s competition is not with other Indian cities like Amaravati or Mumbai, but with global economic powerhouses such as New York, Tokyo, and Seoul. “Regardless of my role in politics or govt, I am committed to achieving our $3 trillion goal,” he asserted.

Paying tribute to revolutionary balladeer Gaddar, in whose name the film awards are instituted, the CM said, “Gaddar inspired the movement for a separate Telangana. He remains a guiding force for us all.”

On the occasion, the CM announced a govt contribution of Rs 3 crore to the Gaddar Foundation. Gaddar’s son, Surya Kiran, thanked the govt and said the funds would help preserve Gaddar’s memory and ideals.

Deputy chief minister Bhatti Vikramarka and cinematography minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy presented the film awards.


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