There have been rumours of a rift between actor Rao Ramesh and director Trivikram Srinivas after the latter was left out of AA19 starring Allu Arjun. However, sources close to the production have categorically denied these reports and revealed the real reason why he left the film.

"Rao Ramesh's schedule is packed for this year and he couldn't adjust his call sheets for AA19 because of shoot delays and unavailability of other actors. He has decided to let the opportunity go and shifted his focus to his other films -- Sarileru Neekevvaru, Prathiroju Pandaage and Karthikeya's 90ML," reveals a source, adding, "Ramesh, who was shooting for Sarileru Neekevvaru in the next floor, met Trivikram and Allu Arjun on the sets of AA19 a couple of days ago. The trio got along well and exchanged pleasantries. They have had no issues."