Niharika Konidela's Pink Elephant Pictures, in association with Maximum City Studios, has announced Pocket Rockets, an urban drama written and directed by Rudra Atri. Shooting is complete and the film is in post-production.

The story

A bright student from a poor family dreams of studying abroad. Money troubles push him into gambling, where a cunning operator targets him, putting his principles and ambitions at risk.

Cast and crew

  • Leads: Trinadh Varma (Committee Kurrollu) and newcomer Nirmal
  • Female lead: Shriya Kontham (Shubham); JD Chakravarthy in a key role
  • Producers: Padmaja Konidela, Rahul Raghavendra and Rahul Nimmakuri; executive producer Ramesh Manyam
  • Cinematography: Edurolu Raju; music: Gyaani; editing: Anwar Ali

123Telugu noted that the banner's Committee Kurrollu, directed by Yadhu Vamsi, won Best Telugu Film at the 72nd National Film Awards. The makers say the release date and more details will be announced soon.