Nara Lokesh’s Deepavali Special Brings Family Anecdotes, School-Day Confessions and a ‘Legend’ Moment to ‘Jayammu Nishchayammu Raa – Season 2’

A familiar film dialogue, an unexpected childhood confession and a family anecdote that takes a humorous turn the latest episode of ‘Jayammu Nishchayammu Raa with Jagapathi’ – Season 2 promises a different kind of festive conversation. Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh joins host Jagapathi Babu for the show’s third episode, bringing personal recollections and a playful exchange of stories to the Deepavali special.

The season began with Sai Pallavi, whose appearance opened the series of celebrity conversations, before bringing together director Trivikram Srinivas, composer Thaman S and special guest Sunil for its second episode. The upcoming instalment moves into a different sphere, with Lokesh offering glimpses of the person behind his public responsibilities through stories that are as amusing as they are personal.

One of the conversation’s lighter moments revolves around his school years. Looking back at his time as a student, Lokesh recalls an impressive distinction of sorts: being the recipient of more punishments than his classmates. What could have remained an ordinary childhood memory takes a comic turn when the conversation draws in his uncle, Nandamuri Balakrishna. Lokesh’s response suggests that mischief, in this family, makes for an entertaining subject of comparison.His recollections of the period surrounding his wedding bring another amusing exchange to the fore. Lokesh remembers Balakrishna addressing him as ‘Alludugaru’. Rather than taking the affectionate form of address at face value, he recalls instinctively wondering what was being planned for him. The anecdote turns a simple family interaction into a moment of comic suspicion, offering a glimpse of their dynamic away from the screen.The conversation also circles around the contrast between Balakrishna’s formidable cinematic image and his life beyond it. Lokesh hints at the existence of one person who can leave the actor apprehensive, setting up a revelation that the promo deliberately holds back. The tease adds an element of curiosity to an episode otherwise driven by candid recollections.

The closing moment belongs to Telugu cinema. Lokesh delivers the celebrated line from ‘Legend’ — “Flute-u jinka mundu oodu, simham mundu kaadu!” bringing the promo to an emphatic finish. It is a familiar cinematic flourish, but its arrival within a personal conversation gives the dialogue a fresh context.With Jagapathi Babu steering the discussion, the Deepavali special brings together the informality of personal storytelling and the enduring familiarity of Telugu film culture. Lokesh’s appearance adds a new dimension to the season’s guest lineup, moving the conversation from the worlds of cinema and music to family memories, humour and a line that audiences will recognise instantly.The third episode of ‘Jayammu Nishchayammu Raa with Jagapathi’ – Season 2 premieres on ZEE5 on November 6. The Deepavali special will subsequently air on Zee Telugu on November 8 at 7:30 PM.