Skanda: The Attacker - 2023 Telugu Action Film Overview

Skanda: The Attacker is a 2023 Telugu action film directed by Boyapati Srinu, produced by Srinivasaa Chitturi, and backed by Srinivasaa Silver Screen in partnership with Zee Studios.

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