Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha have wrapped the intense climax of their Hindi–Telugu bilingual, Jatadhara, marking Sonakshi’s first major screen outing since her wedding. The duo face off as protagonist and antagonist in a showdown that the makers call unlike anything on screen.
A grueling, no-frills climax
The final sequence demanded extreme commitment: crew members say the team shot for more than 18 hours a day over a week, with both actors rehearsing for weeks beforehand. The aim was to make the hand-to-hand combat feel authentic and physically charged — stripped of obvious cinematic shortcuts.
- Over 18-hour shooting days for more than a week
- Weeks of rehearsal to perfect fight choreography
- Minimal use of visual effects — everything staged to look natural
Light versus Darkness — the creative idea
Producer Prerna Arora described the climax as the toughest either lead has filmed. “Sudheer Babu represents Light, while Sonakshi Sinha embodies Darkness,” she said, adding that the fight was designed “between equals” — with no concessions simply because the antagonist is a woman. The sequence was choreographed to feel raw and real, boosting the emotional stakes as well as the physical drama.
Sonakshi’s physical commitment
Reportedly, Sonakshi insisted on performing most of her action sequences herself. She came away from the shoot with several bruises but no major injuries — a testament to her dedication and the intense nature of the choreography. Playing the role of Dhanapisachini in her Tollywood debut, she’s already signaling a different, grittier phase in her career.
What the climax means for Jatadhara
With its blend of mythology, high-octane action and emotional depth, Jatadhara is shaping up as one of the most anticipated bilingual releases next year. If the makers’ claims hold true, the finale promises a fierce, memorable confrontation that could become a talking point for both Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha.
