The audio release function of 'Bharat Ane Nenu' was held on Saturday evening at Hyderabad's LB Stadium.  The event was attended by the film's cast and crew, besides NTR as the chief guest.  NTR unveiled the film's theatrical trailer.  

Superstar Krishna said, "I wish all the fans who have come here today from different places in the country.  'Srimanthudu' created history.  The stills, teaser and the dialogues in 'BAN' make me believe that the film will be the best one in Mahesh's career.  Your blessings should make our hopes come true."  

Dil Raju said, "I have not seen a function like this in Hyderabad since the time I entered the film industry.  Thank you to the fans of Mahesh garu and NTR garu.  A star hero as the chief guest for the event of another star hero is something very big.  This should become an example for other film industries as well.  Koratala Siva's films have always delivered some message or the other.  We expect Mahesh garu to deliver punch lines and satires in 'BAN'.  This film should become one of the Top 5 hits."  

Vamshi Paidipally said, "Koratala started out as a writer.  All his films as a director have been blockbusters.  It's not easy at all.  'Mirchi' had a family backdrop.  'Srimanthudu' was about a rich man redeeming a village.  And 'Janatha Garage' was about a Nature lover.  I am more than eagerly waiting for 'BAN' because I want to see what Siva is going to say about what a Chief Minister can do.  Devi is in top form like Virat Kohli.  Lyrics are organic when it comes to a Koratala movie. I have been traveling with Mahesh garu for the last 1.5 years.  I now know what a superstar is like only now.  He doesn't think about anything but cinema and his fans.  'BAN' is going to be one of the biggest hits in his career.  The hero's confidence in every look of the film says that.  Imagine how big a sensation it's going to be if Mahesh garu and NTR anna do a film together!"  

A representative from Vodafone India said that, for the first time ever, 2 lakh customers have bought Mahesh Babu's voice as caller tune.  

Mythri Movie Makers's producers said, "Bringing Mahesh and NTR together for this event was possible only for Siva garu.  This film should become a big blockbuster."  

Sudheer Babu said, "Is IPL taking place in Mumbai or here at LB Stadium?  I have never seen such a huge crowd on this ground.  I thought of speaking a lot today.  But nothing will be a match to the dialogues in the teaser of 'BAN'.  There should be intensity and honesty while taking an oath for crores of people.  I have seen that intensity in Mahesh's oath."

Prakash Raj said, "Tarak and Mahesh are two of my favourite actors.  I respect them a lot as a co-actor.  I had to work with Siva on 'Mirchi'.  I couldn't do it because of dates' issues.  When I watched 'Srimanthudu' and 'JG', my respect for him grew." 

Ajay said, "I thank Siva garu for the role.  I first worked with Mahesh garu on 'Okkadu'.  It has been a long journey."    

Naresh said, "The title of this film is also this year's dialogue of the year.  This is a great combination: the all-India handsome actor Mahesh Babu, sensational director Koratala garu, and producer DVV Danayya garu.  'Srimanthudu' not only entertained us but also was an inspiration for lakhs of youngsters.  'BAN' is coming at a time when there is a question mark over Indian politics.  Today's audio function is an all-time record.  Youngsters from the two Telugu States are here today at LB Stadium.  I can see how BAN's openings are going to be."

Ram-Lakshman duo said, "We are very happy to have worked on this great movie.  Koratala garu's first movie was about winning hate with love.  His second movie was about rebuilding our villages.  His third movie was about the environment.  'BAN' is about our responsibility towards the society.  We had worked on 'Khaleja' with Babu.  There has been a long gap.  In 'BAN', we have choreographed fights for Babu and his body language in the action episodes is quite distinct."

Ramajogayya Sastry complimented all the singers who have sung the film's different numbers.  "Devi garu chose the right singers.  The effort delivered by him in ensuring that the non-Telugu singers get it right is remarkable.  I have seen the sets on which 'Vacchadeyyo Sami' was shot.  I must say it's so great.  The song is unprecedented.  Whenever he sees me write a song, Mahesh Babu garu smiles at me.  He has a special place in my heart.  I know he respects my work."

Brahmaji said, "The main theme of 'BAN' is that you have to keep your promise.  The director who makes such a film has to be honest.  He has to practice what he says.  Only then can he make an honest film.  'BAN' also shows how a politician should behave.  The film will generate amazing openings."  

Devi Sri Prasad said, "Pranamam, pranamam, prathi abhimaniki pranamam.  It makes me happy that a big star has attended the function of another big star.  Koratala garu has trusted me right from his first movie.  His narration inspires me to give my best shot.  If he likes something, he calls up and appreciates you.  He is a superstar, his heart is a superstar.  He recently appreciated 'Rangasthalam'.  Same goes with Tarak.  He has a great heart.  This is like a festival tonight.  I thank Ramajogayya Sastry garu, whose lyrics are always inspiring.  If the title song came out so well, it's also because of Sound Engineer Uday.  Technicians like Uday work hard without expecting any appreciation".    

DVV Danayya said, "I wanted to talk only after the film's release.  But I want to talk because of the crowds.  I will always be indebted to Koratala garu.  He has made a great film under our banner.  Making a film with Mahesh garu was always my dream.  Every technician will always be proud of 'BAN'.  Our film will exceed the high expectations of you fans.  Young Tiger NTR garu, my special thanks to you."  

Kiara Advani said, "Thank you, Hyderabad, for such a warm welcome.  I am extremely honoured to be here today.  I thank my producer Danayya garu.  Siva sir had faith in me.  Thank you for being the calmest and most humble person I have worked with.  The first time I met Mahesh sir, he asked me not to call him sir.  But I just can't stop putting sir next to his name.  He and Namrata mam have made me feel Hyderabad is my home.  I hope I get to work with you again, although you don't repeat your heroines.  DSP sir, you are a rockstar.  I have never heard an album so amazing."  

Koratala Siva said, "I have made this film with commitment and fear.  When I went to Mahesh garu, I told him this is not a small story that can be narrated in 30-45 minutes.  I narrated each half of the movie for 2.5 hours.  Once he trusts a technician, he puts his heart and soul.  He has played a CM, who is both dynamic and most handsome.  Danayya garu wanted me to make a rich and grand movie.  So, we have spent without compromising anywhere.  I thank Devi garu and lyricist Sastry garu.  'BAN' needed the right cinematographer to create a real political atmosphere. Ravi K Chandran garu and Thirru garu did their work patiently.  It's because of them that I could create the right political atmosphere in the film.  It was in December 2016 that I started pre-production works.  Suresh garu, the production designer, has worked exclusively on this film for 1.5 years.  The Assembly set is by him.  He has created wonders.  'BAN' is his first Telugu movie.  Ram-Lakshman duo sometimes create dialogues while conceiving the fights.  I have used 2-3 dialogues of theirs in this movie.  I wanted to cast a fresh face to play the CM's girlfriend.  I had watched 'MS Dhoni'.  And Kiara is an extraordinary actress.  She has got the lines right.  She is a great dancer.  She has got a great future.  My bonding with NTR garu is as special as with Mahesh garu.  It's an eye feast to see you all tonight.  This visual is better than our film's trailer.  When it comes to loving the heroes I work with, I am much better than you fans.  There are some people here who have come all the way from the US just to see the two big stars on the same stage."

NTR said, "Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao gari manavadini aina nenu, greetings to fan brothers.  I don't know what to say tonight.  It may be new for you to see me with Mahesh.  But it's not new for both of us.  You call him Prince, Superstar.  I call him Mahesh anna.  I am not here as a chief guest.  I am here as a family member.  This film should become a big hit.  To speak in your language, this should re-write records.  This is my wish as a family member.  His talent as an actor, his stamina as a hero, his handsomeness... No other hero has done so many experiments the way Mahesh anna has.  He does experimental films without bothering about the result.  We have only of late started making experimental films.  Mahesh anna is our inspiration in this.  In 'Janatha Garage', there is a dialogue where I say a rare plant breed has to be there forever.  Mahesh anna is such a rare one.  Koratala is my close friend, guardian.  He has a sense of responsibility towards society.  He makes films as a citizen.  At the same time, he ensures those elements which fans want are there in the film.  He shouldn't stop his journey.  I also wish Danayya garu, Devi, Sastry garu, Kiara Advani, and everyone else."

Mahesh Babu said, "Krishna gari abbayi ane nenu... I have learned this language from 'thammudu' Tarak.  This function feels like a 100-days function.  I would like to thank Tarak.  I had attended the audio function of 'Aadi'.  It's an amazing gesture on his part to be here today.  You will see a change in the trend from now.  All heroes will start attending functions (of other heroes) in this way.  There are harldy 5-6 big stars in the industry.  And we all do just one movie a year.  If all the films do well, the industry will be a great place.  We heroes have always been friendly towards each other.  The fans have to change now."

Mahesh then said, "When Koratala garu came to me, I was a bit scared about playing a CM as I have no clue about politics.  I actually had a shiver.  At the same time, while doing the film, it was very inspiring to play the role.  This is my finest performance ever.  I will always cherish it.  'Srimanthudu' was a turning point in my career.  And 'BAN' will be another turning point.  And this one too is directed by Koratala garu.  I am a big fan of Devi's.  I have seen 'Rangasthalam' and you know how it's music is.  And BAN's is a total contrast.  I am always surprised by his work.  Sastry garu should win an award for this movie, again.  Ram-Lakshman duo choreographs violent fights, but they are very calm people.  They meditate, do yoga and arrive on the sets early in the morning.  I would like to work with Kiara Advani again.  The film has a love story which is very important.  I am happy that 'BAN' is releasing on April 20, which is my mother Indira Devi amma's birthday."