Sukumar to direct Akhil's next?

Hyderabad: Maverick filmmaker Sukumar is all set to direct young lad Akhil Akkineni in his next. T-Town is abuzz that the Sukumar is now planning a project with the actor. Recently, the director delivered a blockbuster hit "Nannaku Prematho" with Jr NTR.

As per reports, the director is gearing up for his next movie with the star kid in association with the ace distributor, Abhishek Pictures. Reports also added that the talks are underway and this time Sukumar might deliver a romantic entertainer. However, an official announcement is still awaited.

Earlier, there were reports that "Soggade Chinni Nayana" fame Kalyan Krishna might direct Akhil's upcoming film. It is heard that Nagarjuna is impressed with the work of Kalyan and has shouldered the responsibility of Akhil's forthcoming drama.