Chiranjeevi to reprise Mohanlal's role in Telugu remake of 'Lucifer'?

Chiranjeevi, who is waiting to resume work on Koratala Siva's Acharya after lockdown finishes, has reportedly started work on his next. Reports suggest that actor will be next seen in Telugu remake of 2019's hit movie Lucifer. While original had Mohanlal and Manju Warrier in lead, Telugu remake of Lucifer will reportedly see Chiranjeevi reprising role of Mohanlal. Reports also claim that makers of Lucifer Telugu remake have roped in Saaho fame Sujeeth to direct upcomer. 

Also Read | COVID-19: Chiranjeevi Hails Telugu States' Police Force, Compares m To Military | Watch

According to media reports, Chiranjeevi had acquired remake rights of Lucifer soon after its release. Malayalam movie reportedly grossed more than Rs. 200 crore worldwide and also mand to garner positive reviews among critics. Telugu remake of Lucifer will be produced by Chiranjeevi's production banner Konidela Productions.

A leading media reports' source claims that remake will soon go on floors after Chiranjeevi wraps Sukumaran's Acharya. Reportedly, Sujeeth is working on script of remake and is looking at starting pre-production work. Sujeeth last directed Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor starrer Saaho. Although movie drew mixed reviews from critics and audiences, however, movie mand to earn big numbers at box office. 

Also Read | Chiranjeevi Reveals Reason Behind Trisha's Exit From His Upcoming Film 'Acharya'

Also Read | Prabhas's Popularity Prompts Makers To Release Saaho In THIS Country

Also Read | 'Lucifer' Trailer| It’s A Mohanlal Show All Way In This Hard-hitting Tale Of Blood, Brorhood And Betrayal

Meanwhile, on work front, Chiranjeevi has Acharya in his kitty. movie, starring Chiranjeevi and Kajal Aggarwal in lead, is reported to narrate tale of a middle-d Naxalite-turned-social reformer who starts a reform. movie that is scripted and directed by Koratala Siva marks first collaboration of director and actor. upcomer is slated to hit marquee by 2020.