Venkatesh Teams Up with Kalyan Ram for Kazakhstan Shoot of ‘January 12 Vidudala’

The buzz around ‘January 12 Vidudala’ has intensified after lead actor Venkatesh touched down in Kazakhstan this week. Having wrapped up his commitments on the heart‑warming family entertainer ‘Aadarsha Kutumbam’, the celebrated star is now on location to shoot a pivotal segment that the director describes as the film’s visual centerpiece.

Sharing the frame with Kalyan Ram, who also heads the production, Venkatesh will be part of a multi‑day schedule that includes elaborate chase scenes, aerial stunts and a dramatic showdown against the antagonist. The crew has set up a sprawling set amidst the stark steppes and futuristic cityscapes of Almaty, aiming to blend the region’s natural grandeur with high‑tech production design.

Industry watchers note that Venkatesh’s involvement adds significant weight to the project, bridging the gap between the film’s action‑driven narrative and its broader family appeal. His chemistry with Kalyan Ram, already evident from earlier promotional material, is expected to translate into on‑screen energy that resonates with both seasoned fans and newer audiences.

The Kazakhstan leg also marks the first time a Telugu film of this scale has leveraged the country’s diverse locations for a major sequence. Local authorities have facilitated smooth logistics, allowing the unit to capture night‑time cityscapes and expansive desert vistas within a tight shooting window.

As the schedule draws to a close, the team is set to return to Hyderabad for post‑production work, with a tentative release slated for late next year. The combination of Venkatesh’s star power, Kalyan Ram’s vision, and the exotic backdrop promises a fresh visual experience for Telugu cinema enthusiasts.