Lawrence who was just a choreographer could become director only with the blessings of Nagarjuna. He made 'Mass' as his first film and that turned huge commercial hit. The success reached the head of Lawrence and he behaved arrogantly those days. Now again 'Kanchana' is a hit and Lawrence’s 'extraas' are seeing light again.
It is known that Anushka was first considered for the role of Lakshmi Rai in the film 'Kanchana'. Since Anushka felt that her role is not vital in the movie, she didn’t sign on agreement. Keeping this grudge in mind, Lawrence started showing his airs on her.
He is at present set to shoot the film 'Rebel' with Parbhas and Anushka where Anushka's character is being carved as a vamp. Not stopping at that he is taking 'advantage' on her with a desire to take her to 'comfort zone'. Hence Anushka is reportedly backed from the project.
This information has reached Nagarjuna although Anushka didn’t tell him directly. Nag called Lawrence to his place and blasted him with all creative 'boothulu'. It is said that he also man handled him in the fit of anger. Annapoorna Studios sources say that they have never seen Nag in such frightening mode.