The Telugu talk show Jayammu Nischayammu Raa with Jagapathi, hosted by the versatile actor Jagapathi Babu, premiered on August 17, 2025, on ZEE5 and OTTplay Premium. The first episode featured Akkineni Nagarjuna as a guest, marking a rare appearance alongside his siblings, Susheela and Akkineni Venkat.
A highlight of the show was the presence of Nagarjuna's sister and brother, who appeared on screen with him for the first time. Their presence added a new layer of intimacy to the program, offering fans a different perspective on Nagarjuna. Susheela shared a deeply moving story about how Nagarjuna supported her family during a difficult period. She recounted that when her husband was nearing his last days, Nagarjuna promised to care for her family, which allowed him to pass away peacefully.
Jagapathi Babu also steered the conversation toward Nagarjuna's father, the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR). Nagarjuna fondly remembered his father's final days in the hospital and how the entire family gathered before he passed away. These heartfelt moments resonated deeply with viewers.
The episode also included lighter moments filled with laughter and nostalgia. Jagapathi Babu playfully teased Nagarjuna about his school days, his villainous roles, and his reputation as a "lady killer". Nagarjuna shared stories about his career choices, including the impact of films like Annamayya, which brought his father, ANR, to tears. Girija Shettar, Nagarjuna's co-star in the movie Geethanjali, made a rare video appearance to praise Nagarjuna, reminiscing about Geethanjali being her first movie and lauding Nagarjuna's humor and gentlemanly nature.
The show Jayammu Nischayammu Raa is expected to have multiple seasons and aims to create engaging and intimate conversations through the presence of the stars' family members. The host, Jagapathi Babu, is a close friend of Nagarjuna, which was evident in their comfortable banter.
Nagarjuna was recently seen in the film Coolie, which was released on August 14, 2025. In this movie, he plays Simon Xavier, a ruthless smuggler operating in Visakhapatnam.
Jayammu Nischayammu Raa with Jagapathi is produced by Swapna Dutt and Priyanka Dutt under Vyjayanthi Movies, with Mickey J Meyer composing the music. The show is available for streaming on ZEE5 and OTTplay Premium.
