The excitement surrounding the upcoming romantic drama “DQ41” has reached a new high with a fresh update straight from the production sets. The creators of the film, which marks the highly anticipated collaboration between Dulquer Salmaan and Pooja Hegde, have officially wrapped up an important and extensive filming schedule.
To mark this milestone, the production house shared a series of beautiful behind-the-scenes photographs. These images offer a refreshing glimpse into the film’s visual style and the warm, friendly atmosphere shared by the cast and crew while shooting in chilly, mist-covered mountain locations.
Dulquer Salmaan Returns to Telugu Romance
Playing the leading man, Dulquer Salmaan brings his signature charisma to this contemporary love story. This project represents his 41st film in a highly successful career that spans multiple languages.
In the latest pictures, the actor is seen smiling warmly alongside his crew, wearing heavy winter layers. Dulquer has established a strong reputation for choosing emotionally rich and unique scripts, and his fans are eager to see how his character unfolds in this heartwarming narrative.
Pooja Hegde Brings Charm to the Sets
A major highlight of the recent filming schedule has been the radiant presence of the female lead, Pooja Hegde. As one of the most beloved actresses in contemporary cinema, Pooja has always managed to connect with audiences through her grace, and this project seems to be no exception.
The newly released working stills show Pooja looking elegant and stylish even while wrapped up in warm winter gear to brave the biting cold. Her bright smile and natural charm add a soft, romantic touch to the rugged mountain landscapes. Fans are already praising the natural, fresh chemistry she shares with her co-star.
Further adding to the warmth on set, Pooja recently delighted her social media followers by sharing a sweet moment from the shoot. During an early morning filming session in the cold hills, Dulquer Salmaan treated her to a freshly brewed cup of coffee to beat the chill. She posted a picture of the scenic location and thanked her co-star for the thoughtful gesture, a post that quickly went viral and highlighted the wonderful bonding between the lead pair.
A Power-Packed Cast and Creative Crew
Under the direction of debutant Ravi Nelakuditi, the project is shaping up to be a deeply emotional and engaging experience. Alongside the lead pair, the film features a highly talented supporting cast, including the veteran actress Ramya Krishnan, Jagapathi Babu, and the versatile Dheekshith Shetty.
The musical landscape of the film is being crafted by the award-winning composer G.V. Prakash Kumar, whose melodies are expected to enhance the emotional depth of the romance. Beautifully framing the scenic outdoor locations is the cinematographer Anay Om Goswamy, while legendary editor Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao is handling the editing table.
Anticipation for the Official Title Announcement
The movie is being produced on a grand scale by Sudhakar Cherukuri under the prestigious SLV Cinemas banner, marking their tenth production venture. Along with the schedule wrap-up announcement, the producers teased that the official title of the film will be revealed very soon.
Planned as a massive pan-Indian release, the movie will hit theaters in five major languages: Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, and Kannada. As the team prepares for the next phase of shooting, the visual appeal and heartwarming behind-the-scenes updates have successfully set a very positive tone for this upcoming release.
#DQ41 wraps up a schedule where key sequences were shot ❤🔥
Next schedule begins soon.
Wait for the title announcement ⏳#SLVC10
Starring @dulQuer, @hegdepooja, @meramyakrishnan, @Dheekshiths, @IamJagguBhai
Directed by @ravinelakuditi9
Music by @gvprakash
Cinematography by… pic.twitter.com/8k6Grajb0Q— SLV Cinemas (@SLVCinemasOffl) May 24, 2026