Bhale Dongalu (1976 film)

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Bhale Dongalu
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Directed by K. S. R. Das
Produced byG. Sambasiva Rao
P. Babji [1]
Starring Krishna
Manjula
Mohan Babu
Padmanabham
Jayamalini
CinematographyPushpala Gopikrishna
Edited byN.S. Prakasam
D. Venkat Ratnam
Music by Satyam
Production
company
Trimurti Productions
Release date
  • 29 October 1976 (1976-10-29)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Bhale Dongalu is a 1976 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by K. S. R. Das and produced under Trimurti Productions. The film stars Krishna and Manjula, with Mohan Babu, Prabhakar Reddy, Padmanabham, and Nagabhushanam in supporting roles. The music was composed by Satyam. [2] It is a remake of the Hindi film Chor Machaye Shor (1974). [3]

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Notably, Bhale Dongalu was the first Telugu film to be made in Fujicolor. [4] It was a commercial success. [5]

Plot

Engineer Sekhar is falsely accused of attempting to assault a woman and is sentenced to prison despite proclaiming his innocence. While in jail, he initially clashes with Ranga, a fellow inmate, but the two eventually reconcile and form a close bond. Sekhar also befriends Chinna and Gunna, two petty thieves serving time. During his imprisonment, Sekhar reflects on his love for Rekha, a wealthy woman, and the societal class differences that separated them. Rekha's father, along with a corrupt politician, Kanaka Rao, conspired to frame Sekhar, leading to his imprisonment.

Determined to prove his innocence, Sekhar escapes from prison with the help of his newfound friends. Reuniting with Rekha, he uncovers the conspiracy orchestrated by her father and Kanaka Rao. Together, Sekhar and Rekha, accompanied by his prison companions, arrive in Santhi Nagar, a remote village. Mistaken for political representatives sent to improve the village, they are warmly welcomed by the locals. Embracing their new roles, the group works to uplift the community and protect it from a gang of bandits who have long terrorized the villagers.

The bandits, in collaboration with Kanaka Rao, plot to eliminate Sekhar and his allies. A fierce conflict ensues, with Sekhar, his friends, and the villagers joining forces to defeat the bandits. The battle ultimately exposes Kanaka Rao's misdeeds, leading to his arrest and the restoration of peace in Santhi Nagar. The story concludes with harmony returned to the village.

Cast

Production

The film was produced by G. Sambasiva Rao and P. Babji on Trimurti Productions banner. The dialogues were written by Bhamidipati Radhakrishna. [1] Notably, it was shot in Fujicolor, making it the first Telugu film to use this technology. [7] [4]

Music

The film's soundtrack, composed by Satyam, features lyrics by Dasaradhi, Aarudra, Kosaraju, and Gopi. [5] One of the songs is adapted from the original Hindi film Chor Machaye Shor.

Reception

Andhra Patrika gave a positive review of the film, praising its production values, the performances of Krishna and Mohan Babu, Bhamidipati's witty dialogues, and K. S. R. Das's direction. [6] In contrast, Andhra Bhoomi provided a negative review, criticizing Das's direction, the use of Fujicolor, the loudness of the songs, and the background music. However, the performance of Mohan Babu received appreciation. [8]

The film was successful at the box office. [5] [3] Mohan Babu's catchphrase in the film "Chikkar Mein Rakka" gained popularity with audiences. [5]

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References

  1. 1 2 Bhale Dongalu Paper Ad. Volume no: 17, Issue no: 112. Andhra Jyothi. 24 October 1976. p. 8.
  2. ↑ "Bhale Dongalu (1976)". Indiancine.ma. Archived from the original on 29 May 2024. Retrieved 11 December 2024.
  3. 1 2 "Super Star krishna : 54 రీమేక్ చిత్రాలతో .. రికార్డ్‌ క్రియేట్‌". Andhra Jyothi (in Telugu). 15 November 2022. Archived from the original on 15 November 2022. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  4. 1 2 "Super Star Krishna: టాలీవుడ్ టార్చ్ బేరర్ సూపర్ స్టార్ కృష్ణ.. అన్నింట్లోనూ ముందడుగు." News18 (in Telugu). 31 May 2021. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  5. 1 2 3 4 Prakash (29 October 2021). "45 ఏళ్ళ 'భలే దొంగలు'" [45 Years of 'Bhale Dongalu']. NTV (in Telugu). Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  6. 1 2 3 భలేగా ఉన్న దొంగల కథ. Volume: 70, Issue: 8 (in Telugu). Andhra Patrika Weekly Magazine. 22 October 1976. p. 29.
  7. ↑ "సూపర్ స్టార్‌ కృష్ణ మాత్రమే సాధ్యమైన ఈ రికార్డులు తెలుసా ??". TV9 (in Telugu). 15 November 2022. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
  8. ↑ భలే దొంగలు [Bhale Dongalu]. Volume no: 17, Issue no: 30. Andhra Bhoomi. 31 October 1976. p. 6.
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