The combination of Harish Shankar, Pawan Kalyan, and Devi Sri Prasad delivered the sensational blockbuster Gabbar Singh, which marked a massive comeback for Pawan Kalyan at the box office. Naturally, expectations were high when the same trio reunited for Ustaad Bhagat Singh, scheduled for release on March 19.
However, the buzz around the film has not reached the same level as Gabbar Singh.
Thaman Steps In for Background Score
What surprised many was the team bringing in S. Thaman to compose the background score for the film. The makers clarified that Devi Sri Prasad was busy with other commitments and, due to time constraints, the team decided with mutual understanding to have Thaman handle the background music.
DSP’s Notable Absence from Promotions
Amid all this, Devi Sri Prasad’s absence from the film’s promotional events has started raising concerns among fans and audiences. DSP did not attend the launch event of the third single, “Collar Ey Etthara”, and he was also absent from the recent pre-release event.
His absence is being felt particularly during promotions, as DSP is known for bringing high-energy performances and live musical moments during pre-release events. Such elements often add excitement to promotional campaigns, and many felt that energy was missing at the Ustaad Bhagat Singh event.
Interestingly, Thaman also did not attend the pre-release event, making the absence of both music directors noticeable during the film’s key promotional stage.
What This Means for the Film
With the film releasing soon, it remains to be seen how the music and background score work within the film and whether they create the expected impact on the big screen. The earlier concerns about DSP's work for Ustaad Bhagat Singh had already sparked discussions among fans.