Producer Dil Raju is known for making clean, class-family entertainers. His films typically cater to a wide audience and are especially known for being family-friendly.
He carefully selects subjects that align with this image and has built a reputation for delivering quality cinema with commercial appeal — without crossing the line into adult-only content.
However, there have been rare exceptions.
Films like Ramayya Vasthavayya and Yevadu from Dil Raju’s banner received an 'A' certificate in the past. Now, once again, his upcoming film Thammudu has followed suit.
Starring Nithiin and directed by Venu Sriram, Thammudu has been made on a big budget and has officially received an 'A' certificate from the censor board.
Though the title suggests a brother-sister emotional drama, reports indicate that the film is packed with heavy action sequences and runs high on commercial elements.
Dil Raju himself has confirmed that while the film includes strong sibling sentiment, it’s also an intense action-driven story.
The teaser of Thammudu has already been released, making it clear that the film leans heavily into action. The 'A' certificate further reinforces this perception.
Although the censor board suggested a few cuts that could have brought it down to a U/A rating, the makers chose to retain the original content.
This indicates a conscious decision by the producer and director to preserve the film’s intense action sequences, even at the cost of limiting its audience.
Thammudu may just be Dil Raju’s boldest production yet — prioritizing creative intent over certification concerns.
