Ambajipeta Marriage Band

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Ambajipeta Marriage Band
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Theatrical release poster
Directed byDushyanth Katikaneni
Written byDushyanth Katikaneni
Produced byDheeraj Mogilineni
Venkat Reddy
Starring
  • Suhas
  • Shivani Nagaram
  • Goparaju Ramana
  • Sharanya Pradeep
CinematographyWajid Baig
Edited byKodati Pavan Kalyan
Music by Shekar Chandra
Production
companies
  • GA2 Pictures
  • Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment
  • Mahayana Motion Pictures
Release date
  • 2 February 2024 (2024-02-02)
Running time
132 mins
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu
Budget₹5 crore
Box office₹9.6 crore

Ambajipeta Marriage Band is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language social drama film written and directed by debutant Dushyanth Katikaneni. The film features Suhas, Shivani Nagaram, Sharanya Pradeep, and Goparaju Ramana in the lead roles.

Contents

The film was theatrically released in India on 2 February 2024, receiving positive reviews from critics. [1]

Plot

Ambajipeta Marriage Band unfolds in the quaint village of Ambajipeta in the East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. The central characters are Malli and Padma, twins raised by Kanaka, a salon owner. Malli becomes a skilled barber in a marriage band, while Padma, a teacher, faces rumours of an alleged relationship with Venkata Babu.

Tensions rise as Venkata, a businessman, becomes entangled in a complex web of love and societal expectations. The narrative explores love beyond caste boundaries, delving into the challenges faced by the characters. The story takes unexpected turns, revealing the consequences of societal judgements and the resilience of true love.

Cast

Production

The film was announced through a pooja ceremony in Hyderabad in October 2021.[ citation needed ]

Soundtrack

The soundtrack and background score were composed by Shekar Chandra. The audio rights were acquired by Sony Music India. [2]

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Gumma Gumma"Rahaman Shekar Chandra 3:50
2."Maa Ooru Ambajipeta"Rahaman Kaala Bhairava 3:16
3."Cheekati Vekuvaga"Kalyan Chakravarthy Tripuraneni Mohana Bhogaraju 3:59
4."Gunde Gaani Mandindiante"Suresh BanisettiGotte Kanakavva2:39
5."Vundipomanne Chotu Kaadu Idi"Kalyan Chakravarthy TripuraneniDinesh Rudra 
6."Kadupulo Serisagamayna Pranamu"Kalyan Chakravarthy TripuraneniKaala Bhairava 
Total length:13.04

Release

Theatrical

Ambajipeta Marriage Band had a worldwide theatrical release on 2 February 2024. [3]

Home Media

The digital distribution rights of the film were acquired by Aha,[ citation needed ] and was premiered on 1 March 2024. [4] [5]

Reception

Sangeetha Devi Dundo of The Hindu stated that In Dushyanth Katikaneni's inaugural venture, "Ambajipeta Marriage Band, a compelling story unfolds, delving deep into the profound struggle for dignity. Suhas and Sharanya Pradeep take center stage, contributing remarkable performances that serve as the beating heart of this narrative. "Ambajipeta Marriage Band" emerges not only as a cinematic achievement but as a commentary on the unwavering pursuit of dignity, made all the more impactful through the stellar performances at its core." [6] The Times of India gave the film 3.5/5 stars and stated that "Ambajipeta Marriage Band adeptly blends authenticity and engaging storytelling with nuanced performances and a rich narrative that delves into societal issues." [7]

Samayam Telugu gave the film 3/5 stars and wrote that "Suhas stole the show with his stellar performance, delivering laughs and tears. Nitin Prasanna nailed the villain's role, and Shivani and Jagdish shone in their parts. The film, reminiscent of Pushpa Keshava, featured well-balanced roles, creating a memorable cinematic experience." [8] A critic from 10TV gave the film 3/5 stars and stated that "Ambajipet Marriage Band is an emotional revenge drama exploring love amidst caste and wealth dynamics, providing a fresh perspective on self-worth.." [9]

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