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Dad challenges me with his roles: Naga Chaitanya

Chennai: At 54, Akkineni Nagarjuna plays roles that give actors half his age tough competition, but his son Akkineni Naga Chaitanya, who doesn't mind the "healthy competition", says as an actor he is always challenged



"When I like a script, I take effort to add some commercial elements such that it does good business. I tell my director and make small changes that will attract audiences to come and watch the film more than once," he added.

Chaitanya is no stranger to controversies, but he says, "I find it funny to read about these things. I don't mind reading, but I would come forward and clear the air if there is some serious misunderstanding".

Having spent close to five years in filmdom, he has realized that "the industry only appears glamorous on the outside, but it's hard on the inside. It's made of so many people and all deserve their due importance. I have learnt to respect my seniors because I'm here because of them".

Unlike other southern heroes, Chaitanya currently has no Bollywood aspirations.

"Honestly, my heart is in Telugu for now. I'm interested to branch out to Tamil because I know the language. If Bollywood happens, it will be a bonus, but I'm not working towards a career in it," he added.

Chaitanya is awaiting the release of Telugu action-drama "Auto Nagar Surya" while shooting for Telugu family comedy "Manam".

He also has a Telugu film each with directors Sreenivas Reddy and Vijay Kumar Konda in the offing.