'Bhaagamathie' is surely one of the most important releases in recent times. Ambitious, technically rich, seemingly thrilling and promised to be a visual treat, this is an Anushka movie to boot.

"Anushka is a very dedicated actress. She lost 20 kilos so as to keep herself fit for the role of Chanchala, an IAS officer. UV Creations didn't miss the opportunity to produce it on a lavish scale. VFX and Madhie's breathtaking cinematography and Thaman's music will make this film a special treat," says a source.

The plan is to release the much-awaited movie in as many as 125 locations (both Telugu and Tamil combined) in the US. The quantum of release just goes to show how important Anushka's stardom is in commercial terms.

This Republic Day, this is the single biggest and most-awaited release, now that 'Manasuku Nachindi', 'Achari America Yatra' and 'Abhimanyudu' have been postponed.

Let's see if this techno-thriller, directed by Ashok G, proves Natural Star Nani right by becoming this year's first solid blockbuster.