**Nagarjuna Announces Grand Theatrical Re-Release of Iconic Telugu Film *Siva* on ANR’s 101st Birth Anniversary**
Actor Nagarjuna has announced the grand theatrical re-release of his iconic Telugu film *Siva* to commemorate the 101st birth anniversary of his father and Indian cinema legend, Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR). Paying tribute to ANR, who revolutionized Telugu cinema and established the industry as we know it today, Nagarjuna shared that the landmark Ram Gopal Varma directorial will return to the big screens on November 14.
Backed by Annapurna Studios, *Siva* is regarded as one of the greatest Indian films of all time. Upon its initial release in 1989, the film broke box office records and earned unprecedented acclaim, becoming a cult classic in Telugu cinema.
### Tribute to ANR’s Vision of Cinema Living Beyond Generations
Nagarjuna said, “My father always believed cinema had the power to live beyond generations, and *Siva* was one such film. Bringing it back to the big screen on 14th November in 4K Dolby Atmos is a tribute to his dream of keeping stories alive for the next generation.”
For this special re-release, the film’s sound has been completely revamped. The original mono audio mix has been upgraded to Dolby Atmos for the first time ever, using the latest and most advanced AI engineering technologies, delivering an immersive viewing experience that cinema enthusiasts will appreciate.
### Ram Gopal Varma on *Siva*’s Return to Theatres
Ram Gopal Varma, who made a smashing directorial debut with *Siva*, expressed his excitement about the film’s return. He said the updated, polished format will only add to the film’s unparalleled technical appeal cultivated over the decades.
“I can’t wait for people to watch the film and have an absolutely immersive experience,” Varma added.
### About *Siva*
Produced by Akkineni Venkat and Yarlagadda Surendra, *Siva* vividly portrayed the exploitation of students by anti-social elements, blending gripping storytelling with powerful performances. The film featured music by the legendary Ilaiyaraaja and starred Nagarjuna alongside Amala and Raghuvaran.
In 1990, the film was remade in Hindi as *Shiva*, with the original actors reprising their roles.
### Accolades and Legacy
Apart from its monumental box office success, *Siva* was selected for the Indian Panorama mainstream section at the 13th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in 1990. It also won three prestigious Nandi Awards, including:
– Best Director (Ram Gopal Varma)
– Best First Film of a Director
– Best Dialogue Writer (Tanikella Bharani)
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*Stay tuned as we celebrate the legacy of *Siva* and honor Akkineni Nageswara Rao’s monumental contributions to Indian cinema.*
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