In a surprising development, Malayalam star Tovino Thomas has reportedly clarified that he will not be part of the highly anticipated NTR-Prashanth Neel project, tentatively titled ‘Dragon’.
Speaking at a promotional event for his film Pallichattambi in Hyderabad on March 31, Tovino cited date clashes and the long production timelines of Telugu cinema as the primary reasons.
“I cannot wait for a full year to finish one movie; my other projects would stall. I can give three months, but a year-long commitment is difficult for my current schedule,” the actor stated.
The film, which is currently slated for a June 26, 2026 release, will now see the makers searching for a new actor to fill the pivotal role originally offered to Tovino.
