Hyderabad, Nov 3 (NationPress) The team behind director Karthik Dandu's mythological thriller, currently known as #NC24 and starring actor Naga Chaitanya, announced on Monday that the unveiling of actress Meenakshi Chaudhary's character has been postponed to Tuesday due to a heartbreaking bus accident in Chevella mandal, Telangana, which resulted in the tragic loss of at least 17 lives and left numerous others injured.

The production company, Sri Venkateshwara Cine Chitra (SVCC), shared their sorrow on their X timeline, stating, "We are profoundly saddened by the devastating incident in Chevella, Rangareddy district. Our deepest condolences go out to the families mourning their loved ones, and we pray for a swift recovery for those injured."

"In light of this tragedy, Team #NC24 has opted to delay the character poster reveal of Meenakshi Chaudhary until tomorrow. We wish strength and solace to all affected by this calamity."

Originally, the film's team had intended to unveil Chaudhary's look at 10:08 AM on Monday.

The unfortunate accident took place around 6:30 AM on Monday along the Hyderabad-Bijapur highway near Mirzaguda in Chevella, approximately 60 km from Hyderabad.

A bus traveling from Tandur to Hyderabad collided with a concrete-filled tipper truck coming from the opposite direction.

The collision claimed the lives of at least 17 passengers, including 10 women, along with the drivers of both vehicles. The bus, operated by the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC), had around 70 passengers on board.

Meanwhile, NC24 has generated significant anticipation among fans and cinema enthusiasts. Naga Chaitanya had previously shared insights about this project during an interview on a YouTube channel several months ago.

Chaitanya noted that his collaboration with director Karthik, renowned for his work on the horror thriller 'Virupaksha', would be a mythological thriller.

"This film will feature extensive VFX and I am extremely eager about this project," Chaitanya stated. He emphasized that he had not undertaken a film of this magnitude in his 15-year career.

"The movie will delve into themes of adventure and treasure hunting," he added.

Directed by Karthik Dandu, the film is being produced by BVSN Prasad. The storyline has been crafted by director Sukumar. The film, tentatively titled #NC24, boasts cinematography by Neil D Cunha and music by Ajaneesh Loknath. The editing is being handled by the National award-winning editor Navin Nooli, while the art direction is by Sri Nagendra Tangala, who also worked on the art direction for 'Thandel'.