Venkatesh to play saint

After Nagarjuna as 'Sri Ramadasu', Venkatesh is to play Hathiram Baba, a revered saint.

It seems to be the season of devotionals for Telugu stars. After Nagarjuna as 'Sri Ramadasu', Venkatesh is to play Hathiram Baba, a revered saint.

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The Baba, who lived 400 years ago, played dice with god, said a source. The saint is also known for constructing shelters and laying roads for pilgrims.

The period film will reportedly be scripted by one of the brothers of well-known writer Vijayendra Prasad.