It was on this day in 2003 that 'Gangotri', Allu Arjun's debut movie, arrived. Having successfully completed 17 years in the film industry, the Stylish Star today became nostalgic.

"I thank all my audience and my army (of fans) for their love and support in these 17 years. I would especially like to thank K RagaverderRao garu (director of 'Gangotri'), Ashwini Dutt garu (the film's producer) and Allu Aravind garu (the other producer) for introducing me, and the entire cast and crew of the film for their support. Grateful forever," the 'Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo' actor said.

Starring Aditi Aggarwal, Prakash Raj, Suman and others, the film had music by MM Keeravani.

Celebrating his elder brother's journey so far, Allu Sirish, Bunny's proud brother, said, "Action films. Love stories. Family dramas. Variations. Styling. Comedy timing. Dance. Fights. Records. Awards. Everything a fan asks for! 17 glorious years of Allu Arjun: my favourite Tollywood star of this generation."

I wholeheartedly thank each & everyone in this journey of 17 years . I have a lot of people wishing me today . Thank you everybody . Gratitude forever ???? pic.twitter.com/EWbN9Djp9E

— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) March 28, 2020

I thank all my audience & my army for their love & support in these 17 years . I would especially like to thank @Ragavendraraoba garu, Ashwini Dutt garu & Allu Aravind garu for Introducing me & the entire cast & crew of Gangotri for their support . GreatFull forever . pic.twitter.com/k0uEuaOry7

— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) March 28, 2020