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Teja Sajja’s Mirai is performing well at the box office, amassing 126.75 crores worldwide in just 11 days against a budget of only 60 crores. While Teja has garnered appreciation for effortlessly playing the protagonist, Manchu Manoj, who played the antagonist, is close behind. He has been receiving praise for his portrayal of Mahabir.
According to The Times of India, it wasn’t easy for Manoj to take on this negative role since he played the protagonist, aka the hero, for nearly two decades. But did you know that he wasn’t the first choice to take on the role of Mahabir? Continue scrolling to find out who was originally supposed to play the villain in Mirai!
Which Actor Was Originally Supposed To Play Mahabir In Mirai?
Actor-producer Sundeep Kishan, best known for his works in Tamil and Telugu films, was the first choice for the role of Mahabir in Mirai, as reported by Cinejosh. Director Karthik Gattamneni and lead actor Teja Sajja even met him to narrate the plot, and Kishan showed enthusiasm for the project. However, he could not take on the role due to scheduling conflicts, ultimately leading to Manchu Manoj being cast as Mahabir.
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Mirai To Face Competition From They Call Him OG In The Coming Days
They Call Him OG, starring Pawan Kalyan, has just hit the screens today, September 25, 2025. While both films belong to different genres, they come from the same Telugu industry. They Call Him OG is a gangster action crime drama, whereas Mirai is a fantasy action-adventure.
Mirai holds an edge in terms of the uniqueness of its story, but strong word of mouth for They Call Him OG could negatively impact its performance. That said, They Call Him OG follows a familiar template: a retired gangster returning to his old ways because of the villain’s antics, which is a somewhat clichéd plot.
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