Adivi Sesh's Touching Memory: Why Anushka's Grace During Baahubali Shoot Still Amazes Him

As Adivi Sesh gears up for Dacoit's April 10 release, the versatile actor has opened up about a memorable incident from his Baahubali days that highlights Anushka Shetty's extraordinary professionalism and grace.

During a recent interview with anchor Suma while promoting his upcoming action thriller, Sesh shared an incident from the sets of SS Rajamouli's epic that left a lasting impression on him. Dacoit, directed by Shaneil Deo and co-written by Sesh himself, marks a significant milestone as the director's debut venture and Sesh's return after a four-year gap since HIT: The Second Case.

The actor revealed that during the filming of a crucial sequence in Baahubali, Rajamouli instructed him to kick Anushka's character forcefully on the neck as part of his villainous role as Bhallaladeva's son. Despite multiple attempts, the director felt the scene lacked the required intensity and asked for even more force. When Sesh finally delivered the powerful kick, he noticed Anushka's neck appeared to bend unnaturally from the impact.

What struck Sesh most wasn't the physical impact, but Anushka's immediate reaction. Instead of complaining about potential injury or pain, her first concern was simply asking whether the shot came out well. This moment of pure professionalism, where craft took precedence over personal discomfort, earned Sesh's deep admiration. He praised Anushka as genuinely "sweet" and noted how her dedication to the art form allows her to breathe life into every character she portrays.

This revelation has resonated strongly with fans and industry colleagues alike, with many praising Anushka's commitment to excellence. The anecdote also provides fascinating insight into the demanding standards Rajamouli maintains on set, where perfection isn't negotiable.

Dacoit: A Love Story, featuring Mrunal Thakur alongside Sesh, has already garnered praise from Telugu cinema's biggest names including Jr NTR, Mahesh Babu, and Vijay Deverakonda. The film was strategically moved from its original March 19 date to avoid clash with other major releases, demonstrating the makers' confidence in their product deserving a clear window.

As Dacoit prepares for its pan-India release in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi, Sesh's storytelling skills, both as writer and performer, continue to position him as one of Telugu cinema's most thoughtful content creators. His ability to blend commercial appeal with meaningful narratives, evident from Major to HIT franchise, suggests Dacoit could be another winner in his impressive filmography.