Jr NTR, wife Lakshmi Pranathi share laughs with Prashanth Neel and Likitha Reddy during 'NTRNeel' shoot break

Jr NTR, also known as Tarak, is currently working on his highly anticipated pan-India film tentatively called 'NTRNeel', directed by Prashanth Neel, known for his blockbuster 'KGF' franchise. Recently, the 'Devara' actor was seen sharing lighthearted moments with his wife Lakshmi Pranathi, director Prashanth Neel, and the director’s wife Likitha Reddy. Viral photos capture the actor's playful sideThe actor is seen enjoying a lighthearted break with his wife, Lakshmi Pranathi, director Prashanth Neel, and the director’s wife, Likitha Reddy.In the candid photos, Jr NTR is captured laughing heartily, his hands resting on his knees, while Pranathi affectionately holds him close. Prashanth Neel and Likitha Reddy also join in the fun, their faces lit up with smiles and amusement. The four appear relaxed and joyful, taking a brief pause from the intense shooting schedule to enjoy each other’s company.Friendship behind the scenesEarlier in March, Likitha had posted a late-night candid of Jr NTR and Prashanth Neel deep in conversation. Sharing the picture on Instagram she captioned it, "These two.... only one word.......#scary!!!!! #madmen #favs #NTRNeel".The shooting began with a small schedule in February 2025, followed by a major ongoing schedule in Mangalore expected to continue until mid-May. Jr NTR has undergone a significant physical transformation for his role, adopting a leaner and more intense look.About the filmThe film is rumored to be inspired by the life of Zhao Wei, a notorious Chinese gangster, with Jr NTR playing a powerful mafia don rising through fierce gang rivalries. While official plot details remain under wraps. Kannada actress Rukmini Vasanth is speculated to be playing the female lead. Malayalam star Tovino Thomas and actor Biju Menon are also rumored to be part of the cast.The film is slated for a global theatrical release on June 25, 2026. It will be released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam.