The recent action entertainer Mass Jathara, starring Ravi Teja and Sreeleela, has sparked interest not just for its mass-style action but also for some unexpected edits behind the scenes.
Originally, well-known comedians Satya and Getup Srinu were featured in promotional posters and early announcements of the film. However, it has now emerged that their scenes didn’t make it into the final version of the movie.
The filmmakers had initially planned a runtime of about 160 minutes but trimmed the cut down to 144 minutes.
As part of this edit, several comedy sequences were reportedly removed. The move appears to be an attempt to streamline the narrative and maintain momentum in the latter half of the film.
Produced by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, the film sees Ravi Teja in the role of a railway police officer going up against a drug smuggling syndicate. Director Bhanu Bhogavarapu, making his debut, appears to prioritise the hero’s mass-action sequences over the broader comedy track.
While fans of the comedians may feel disappointed, the makers have defended the decision, saying the trimmed version keeps the pace tighter and focussed. Whether this edit ultimately benefits the film’s overall experience will become clearer as audience reactions roll in.
For now, Mass Jathara has released worldwide, and the buzz is partly due to these behind-the-scenes changes.
