“Real Star” Upendra’s Pan-India film “Next Level” – is set to have a grand opening!!
With engaging storytelling and cutting-edge visual effects (VFX), the film is set to be a unique on-screen experience.
The film stars Aradhana, daughter of renowned actress Malashree, who has acted in many languages. Aradhana, who made her debut in the film Kaatera opposite the multi-talented Darshan and won the hearts of the audience, is now set to share the screen with another Kannada superstar, Upendra, in her second film.
Produced by Tarun Shivappa under the banner of Tarun Studios, the film is directed by renowned director Aravind Kaushik. The film is set to be one of the most unique and different films ever made in Kannada cinema and a pan-Indian film.
The film’s launch will be held in Hyderabad with a grand muhurta ceremony. Many Tollywood stars are expected to attend the event. The shooting will take place in several cities including Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad.
The film’s key VFX sequences will be created at the highest quality, in collaboration with leading graphics studios in India and Canada. The team’s goal is to deliver a technically advanced production within a short time frame and set a new benchmark for Kannada cinema at the national level.
Tarun Shivappa, who produced films like Rose, Mass Leader (with Shivarajkumar), Victory 2, Khaki, Choo Mantar, is making Next Level one of his biggest productions. Anoop Katukaran, who worked on Choo Mantar, is handling the cinematography of the film.
With a strong technical team and a stellar cast, Next Level is set to be one of the most unique Kannada films to come out in recent times.
Multilingual superstar Upendra is all set to return to the silver screen with his much-awaited pan-India film, “Next Level” — a project that promises to offer a unique cinematic experience, blending gripping storytelling with cutting-edge visual effects.
Produced by Tarun Shivappa under the Tarun Studios banner, “Next Level” is helmed by acclaimed director Aravind Kaushik. The film is being touted as one of the most ambitious Kannada productions to date, with a strong pan-India vision.
The grand muhurtha (formal launch) of the film will be held in Hyderabad, with several Tollywood stars expected to grace the occasion. Shooting will take place across multiple cities, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad.
A major highlight of the film is its heavy reliance on high-end VFX, with collaboration from top graphics studios both in India and Canada. The team aims to deliver a technically sophisticated product within a tight schedule, setting a new benchmark for Kannada cinema on the national stage.
The film is said to carry the essence and narrative style of Upendra’s cult classics such as A, Upendra, and Raktha Kanneeru, adding to the anticipation among fans.
Producer Tarun Shivappa, known for his earlier projects like Rose, Mass Leader (with Shivarajkumar), Victory 2, Khaki, and Choo Mantar, is gearing up for one of his biggest productions yet. The cinematography for Next Level will be handled by Anoop Katukaran, who also worked on Choo Mantar.
With a strong team and a promising cast, Next Level is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious Kannada films in recent times.

