‘David Reddy’ first look: Manchu Manoj unleashes fierce warrior look in upcoming colonial period drama

Actor Manchu Manoj will be seen in the upcoming film, ‘David Reddy’ and makers have shared the first look poster on Republic Day. The poster teases the movie to be a hard-hitting action thriller as he gives powerful looks as a fierce warrior. About ‘David Reddy’Speaking about the film, ‘David Reddy’ is set during the British colonial period from 1897 to 1920. This was a time when many Indians fought against British rule. Manoj plays David Reddy, a brave man who stands up to British cruelty. He is shown as a fighter who does not stay silent. The story focuses on resistance and courage. The film is expected to show a forgotten chapter of Indian history through action and emotion. The character is driven by anger, loss, and the need for justice.Manchu Manoj share’s posterManchu Manoj also shared a poster on their X (formerly Twitter) handle. Along with it, he wrote, “Overwhelmed by your love for #DavidReddy. Grateful to everyone. #BrutalEraBegins.”Directed by Hanuma Reddy Yakkanti, the film is said to be made on a big scale. The poster shows the team working on a grand historical drama. It will be a pan-India release as it will be available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.Cast of 'David Reddy'Adding some international touch to the film, Ukrainian actress Maria Ryaboshapka plays the female lead. Indian audiences remember her as Jessica from Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Prince’.Speaking of the latest outing, Manchu Manoj was last seen in ‘Mirai’. In the film, he played the main villain as Black Sword, locking horns with Teja Sajja as Vedha. The film had a successful outing at the box office as it made over Rs 144.21 crore worldwide according to trade analyst Sacnilk. The film was a combination of mythology, action, and modern visuals.‘David Reddy’, Manchu Manoj, now returns as a powerful hero ready to fight history itself.

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