Starring versatile actor Aadi Saikumar in the lead, Shambala is produced by Rajashekhar Annabhimoju and Mahidhar Reddy under the Shining Pictures banner, and directed by Ugandhar Muni. The film features Archana Iyer, Swasika, Ravi Varma, Madhunandan, and Shiva Karthik in key roles. Music is composed by Sricharan Pakala.
The film is set for a grand theatrical release on December 25. As part of the promotions, music director Sricharan Pakala interacted with the media and shared insights about the film. Excerpts from his interaction:
Shambala has multiple themes. I began working on the film the very next day after the director narrated the story. Director Ugandhar Muni has a strong understanding of sound, and his entire direction team is extremely passionate and particular about every detail. I have worked on many thrillers, but composing for a scientific and mythological thriller like Shambala was a completely new experience.
Everyone has access to the usual set of instruments, but I always try to create something new and distinctive in terms of sound. For films like this, which need to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, the sound has to be extraordinary. Through sound, we often need to mislead the audience intentionally as part of the narrative. The four songs that appear within the story are outstanding.I grew up listening to mythological stories, and it feels special to compose music for a story rooted in that genre.
For this film, I used a wide variety of instruments and even employed some custom equipment that I personally developed for my own work.The producers never pressured anyone at any point. They gave us ample time and spent generously to ensure a high-quality output. Shambala was made without any compromises.The songs and background score were completed seamlessly, almost in a single flow. The songs have turned out very well, though the team is releasing them gradually. The freshness in my sound largely comes from my team. The background scores in my films have consistently earned a good reputation.Every film of Aadi garu usually features a chartbuster song, and Shambala also has a beautiful melody of that kind, which will be released soon. The end-title song will also leave a strong impression. This is a very new and different film for Aadi. Working with a strong team, we have made a good film together.
We took extreme care with sound design. The film truly delivers its impact only when experienced in a theatre. The background score is exceptional, and the soundscape is very unique. Shambala’s sound can be fully enjoyed only on the big screen. I even created several sound effects using my own voice, all of which the director really liked.Shambala will mesmerize audiences and transport them into a new world. This is my 49th film, while Anumanapu Pakshi will be my 50th. Both films are very special to me. I put in the same level of effort for every project working sleeplessly and taking as much time as needed, but never resorting to copying. Even when inspired, I make sure my own style is clearly reflected.
