Varun Tej Konidela’s latest film Korean Kanakaraju has been receiving a positive response from audiences following its theatrical release. Amid the film’s reception, the actor opened up about his bond with cousin Ram Charan and explained how he views comparisons within their family.
Varun Tej opens up about his bond with Ram Charan
In an interaction with NDTV, Varun Tej spoke highly of Ram Charan’s achievements and said he looks at his cousin’s journey as an inspiration rather than comparing his own career with it.
The actor explained that when he looks at Charan, he focuses on the effort and dedication behind his success and sees it as something he would like to achieve someday. Varun emphasized that he prefers viewing his cousin’s success positively rather than allowing comparisons to affect his happiness.
Varun also expressed his desire to work with Ram Charan in the future, adding that he deeply admires him and considers him “like a father figure” in his life.
Addressing comparisons between different members of the family, Varun said such comparisons are unavoidable in the film industry. However, he believes every actor eventually creates their own identity and place. According to him, comparisons should be viewed positively and used as motivation to keep progressing.
More about Korean Kanakaraju
Korean Kanakaraju revolves around Kanakaraju, a short-tempered young man from Penukonda in Rayalaseema whose life takes an unexpected turn after he becomes possessed by a spirit residing inside a mysterious Korean dragon-shaped vase.
Whenever the word “Korea” is mentioned, his alter ego emerges, transforming him into a Korean-speaking warrior skilled with a katana and possessing extraordinary abilities. Along with his friend Satya and a Korean translator, Kanakaraju becomes part of a chaotic adventure that travels between India and South Korea.
Directed by Merlapaka Gandhi, the horror-comedy stars Varun Tej, Ritika Nayak, Sathya, Sunil and others. Thaman S has composed the music and background score.
Ram Charan’s upcoming projects
Ram Charan was last seen in the sports action drama Peddi, which also features Janhvi Kapoor, Divyenndu and Shiva Rajkumar. The film is currently available to stream on Netflix.
He is next expected to reunite with filmmaker Sukumar for the tentatively titled RC17.
