The cohesive partnership between producer Bhushan Kumar and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, built on trust and creative freedom, has birthed a cinematic experience like Animal. Vanga finds not just a producer but an unwavering backup in Bhushan Kumar, a camaraderie that goes beyond conventional partnerships.

Vanga believes that when you trust a producer, you can focus on your craft. He shares, “The process of making Animal was very smooth with Bhushan ji around. The kind of freedom he gives in terms of creativity and the liberty to choose any song makes me feel at home at T-Series, and there is nothing more than that a director needs. I didn’t just find a partner to work with, I found a brother in Bhushan ji.”

The convergence of creativity and commercial viability is often considered a challenge. However, for this duo, the distinction between creativity and commercialism is a bridge they effortlessly navigate. The pursuit of creativity even surpasses budgetary constraints sometimes. Vanga shared, “I realized after the movie was made that we never discussed the budget.”

Highlighting that some stories can’t be time-bound and require a certain length, the Animal director added, “Bhushan ji always stood by me and showed complete faith in my conviction about the film’s length. With this level of trust and comfort, I am collaborating with him on more projects, including Spirit with Prabhas, Animal Park, a film with Allu Arjun and many more.”

For Bhushan Kumar, understanding and trusting Vanga’s vision is paramount. He says, “From day one to now, our bond has only become stronger, and Sandeep and Pranay (Reddy Vanga) are now like a family to me. As soon as Sandeep narrated the one-line description of Animal, which was all about a father-son relationship, I was all in for it.”

Kumar added, “I’m also glad to have found a like-minded co-producer in Pranay Reddy Vanga. Together, we will produce better movies for the Indian audience and bring joy to the masses in the years to come.”