Sai Dharam Tej in new avatar

Mega family hero Sai Dharam Tej claimed that he his thankful to mega fans for keeping his career going, despite a few flops.

"I am indebted to mega fans for standing behind me like a rock, despite upheavals in my career," said the actor at the pre-release function of his next film 'Chitralahari'.

"I love the comic-timing of Sunil from the days of 'Nuvvu Nenu' but only now I got the opportunity to work with him," he added.

The romantic entertainer is being helmed by Kishore Tummala of 'Nenu Sailaja' fame and bankrolled by prestigious banner Mythri Movie Makers.

"Our teaser received big response and Sai Dharma' 'Supreme' days will be back," said producer E Naveen and added, "Nivetha Pethuraj and Kalyani Priyadarshan have done good job as well.

We are planning to release the film on April 12," he added. Kishore Tummala thanked director Sukumar for giving 'voice over' for the teaser.

Kalyani Priyadharshan is happy to get an 'author-backed' role. Star-turned-comedian Sunil said "It is a down-to-earth and entertaining role."