Siddu Jonnalagadda Reveals What Koratala Siva Really Said Post Jack Flops
His new movie, Telusu Kada, directed by Neeraja Kona and starring Raashi Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty, is coming out on October 17.;
Tollywood can be a bit like a seesaw, one day you’re flying high, the next you’re staring at a flop. Siddu Jonnalagadda felt that hard after Jack tanked. Recently, he opened up about a phone call from director Koratala Siva that hit differently. Koratala apparently said, “You saw a hit with Tillu, a disaster with Jack. Whatever comes next will be somewhere in between.” Siddu said it didn’t feel like criticism, more like a push to stop overthinking and just focus on making solid films.
His new movie, Telusu Kada, directed by Neeraja Kona and starring Raashi Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty, is coming out on October 17. The trailer, with its love triangle setup, grabbed attention for its crisp editing and playful vibe. Siddu mentioned he’s approaching promotions lighter, not carrying the weight of his past flop. The takeaway? Focus on the work, not the scoreboard.
People online noticed the advice and pointed out that Koratala Siva’s own journey has highs and lows, hits like Srimanthudu, Janatha Garage, and flops like Acharya. But he bounced back with Devara, showing Siddu that even big directors have messy rides. Fans loved seeing that mentorship angle and the way setbacks can be reframed.
At the end of the day, Telusu Kada isn’t just another release, it’s Siddu trying to hit reset. The film is his chance to show that lessons from both wins and losses matter. And honestly, it’s refreshing to see a star being open about it. For fans, it’s not just a movie to watch, it’s a peek into the real Tollywood grind behind the glitz.