Buchi Babu Sana’s second film after Uppena, RC 16, starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer, went on floors in Mysore on Friday. The director posted a picture from the Chamundeshwari Matha temple early in the day and sought blessings from the fans. (Also read: Ram Charan’s wife Upasana reacts after actor criticized for visiting dargah; tells why he did it)

Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor’s film goes on floors

Buchi posted a picture of him holding the RC 16 script and standing in front of the temple on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. He wrote, “It’s a BIG DAY … The most awaited moment. Started with the blessings of Chamundeshwari Matha, Mysore. Blessings needed. #RC16.”

Janhviseemingly excited about the film going on floors, “Sir” commented with fire, heart, clap and prayer emojis. Ram’s Magadheera co-star Dev Gill commented with flag and heart emojis, while his cousin Pawan Tej Konidela wrote: “We are all waiting for it. All the best buchimayya eragathisey. (kill it my friend Buchi).”

The film’s producers, Mythri Movie Makers, made the announcement on Friday Jagapathi Babu has been roped in for a “commanding character” in the film. They wrote, “Team #RC16 welcomes the incredibly talented @IamJagguBhai on board for a commanding character that will impress everyone.” This is not Jagapathi’s first film with Ram, they have previously worked together in Sukumar’s Rangasthalam.

When will the lead actor participate in the shoot?

Sources told Hindustan Times that Buchi has started shooting for the project with other key actors. Ram and Janhvi will join the shoot on Monday and will play some key scenes. Ram has undergone a physical transformation for the role. His cardio trainerShivoham, posted a picture on Instagram earlier this year hinting that.

RC 16 is considered a sports drama set in Uttarandhra. Vijay Sethupathiwho worked with Buchi in his debut film, told the press in Hyderabad while promoting Maharaja that RC 16 will be a “sure blockbuster”.