Bachchala Malli

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Bachchala Malli
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Theatrical release poster
Directed bySubbu Mangadevvi
Written bySubbu Mangadevvi
Screenplay byVipparthi Madhu
Viswanetra
Story bySubbu Mangadevi
Produced by Razesh Danda
Balaji Gutta
Starring Allari Naresh
Amritha Aiyer
Cinematography Richard M. Nathan
Edited byChota K. Prasad
Music by Vishal Chandrasekhar
Production
company
Release date
  • 20 December 2024 (2024-12-20)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Bachchala Malli is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language action drama film written and directed by Subbu Mangadevvi, and produced by Razesh Danda and Balaji Gutta through Hasya Movies. The film stars Allari Naresh and Amritha Aiyer in the lead roles. [1] [2] Set against the backdrop of the 1990s, the film was released on 20 December 2024 and opened to mixed reviews from critics. [3]

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Plot

The story is set in the 1990s and follows the emotional and action-filled journey of Bachhala Malli, a rural hero. The narrative combines intense drama with romance, focusing on the protagonist’s challenges and personal growth in a rustic backdrop.

Cast

Production

The first glimpse of the film was released on Allari Naresh’s birthday, revealing films rustic tone and action-packed visuals. [4]

Subbu Mangadevi, who gained acclaim for his directorial debut Solo Brathuke So Better , is writing and directing this new-age action drama. [1] The screenplay was co-written by Vipparthi Madhu and Viswanetra, with dialogues and story by Subbu himself.

The film was shot in Annavaram and Tuni. [5]

Music

The film’s music is composed by Vishal Chandrasekhar, noted for his work in Sita Ramam . The first single, "Maa Oori Jatharalo", a folk melody blending traditional and contemporary elements, was released in July 2024. [6]

All music is composed by Vishal Chandrashekhar

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Maa Oori Jatharalo" Sri Mani Gowra Hari, Sinduri Vishal3:46
2."Ade Nenu Asalu Lenu" Krishna Kanth S. P. Charan, Ramya Behara 3:51
3."Mari Antha Kopam"Poorna CharySai Vignesh 

Release

Bachhala Malli was released on 20 December 2024, coinciding with Christmas. [7] [8]

Reception

Critical reception

B. H. Harsh of The New Indian Express praised the performances of Allari Naresh, Hari Teja, Rao Ramesh, and Rohini, as well as the music and cinematography, but criticised the screenplay for its inability to establish a convincing foundation for the conflicts and its lack of depth in portraying the world around Malli. [9] Srivathsan Nadadhur of The Hindu wrote, "Bachchala Malli makes for a tedious watch, not even providing the comfort of a satisfactory resolution. Like Malli, you feel exhausted and hopeless." [10]

Box Office

The film got mixed reviews from the viewers and earned Rs 3.6 crores at the box office

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