As the year 2026 unfolds, many celebrities are taking a moment to look back at the journey of the previous year. Among them is the rising Telugu film star, Teja Sajja. In an exclusive conversation, the actor opened up about his experiences in 2025, describing it with a single, evocative word: 'adventurous'.
He drew a direct parallel to his recent cinematic venture, stating that the year felt "just like my film 'Mirai.'" For Sajja, whose life is deeply intertwined with cinema, the release of a film defines his year. "I truly cherish the experience as a whole and hold the day of the release close to my heart," he shared, emphasizing the peace he feels in his craft-centric life.
The 'Mirai' Journey: A Leap of Faith
Delving deeper into the making of 'Mirai,' Teja Sajja highlighted the immense trust and effort involved. He revealed that the project was a two-year journey built on blind faith in his director and a team comprising mostly newcomers. This came at a time when he was shouldering the colossal expectations generated by the blockbuster success of 'HanuMan.'
"When, actually, my belief in the content and director turned out to be right, it's the highlight moment of the year for me," the actor stated, reflecting on the validation of his creative choices. Looking ahead, he indicated that 2026 might be a year of groundwork, saying, "Mostly, I will not have a release in 2026 as of now, planning on shooting some exciting projects."
Grounding Stardom and a Humble View on Fandom
With back-to-back impactful films, Teja Sajja's popularity has skyrocketed. However, when asked about handling this newfound stardom, his response was strikingly grounded. "Do you want me to be absolutely honest? There's nothing that has changed. I'm living in the same house. I'm driving the same car. The same number of people in my entourage," he affirmed, downplaying the external trappings of fame.
His humility extended to his perspective on his growing fanbase. Sajja expressed that he considers himself "too new to have fans," reserving that term for legendary figures like Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Jr NTR, and Prabhas. "It's a long journey. It's a very long journey," he remarked, outlining his focus on the work ahead. "I have to prove myself many, many times. And I'm right, not only concentrating on building credibility," he concluded, highlighting his dedication to his art over mere popularity.
