M. Dharmaraju M.A.

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M. Dharmaraju M.A.
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DVD cover
Directed by Ravi Raja Pinisetty
Screenplay byRavi Raja Pinisetty
Story by Manivannan
Produced byJonnada Ramana Murthy
G. K. Reddy (Presenter)
Starring Mohan Babu
Rambha
Surabhi
Satyanarayana
Sujatha
CinematographyK. S. Prakash
Edited bySiva - Krishnamurthy
Music by Raj–Koti
Production
company
Sri Ravicharan Combines
Release date
  • 11 November 1994 (1994-11-11)
CountryIndia
Language Telugu

M. Dharmaraju M.A. is a 1994 Indian Telugu-language political drama film directed by Ravi Raja Pinisetty. [1] Produced by Jonnada Ramana Murthy, the film features Mohan Babu in a dual role, including the title character, M. Dharmaraju. The supporting cast includes Rambha, Surabhi, Satyanarayana and Sujatha. The music was composed by Raj–Koti. [1] The film is a remake of the 1994 Tamil film Amaidhipadai . [2] [3]

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Mohan Babu's performance as the titular character was widely acclaimed. The film also marked the acting debut of M. S. Narayana, who later became one of Telugu cinema's most celebrated comedians. [4] [5]

Plot

The film follows the rise of M. Dharmaraju, a shrewd man who transitions from a lazy individual to a powerful, corrupt politician. Initially assisting a politician (Satyanarayana), he wins a legislative seat and becomes increasingly arrogant and ruthless. Dharmaraju's son, Satyam, raised unknowingly about his father's deeds, seeks revenge upon discovering the truth about Dharmaraju's past. As Dharmaraju's corrupt actions intensify, Satyam, now a police officer, challenges him, ultimately confronting his father and ending his reign by killing him.

Cast

Production

Ravi Raja Pinisetty forced me to play a small role in M. Dharmaraju M.A. against my wishes. He firmly believed I had great potential as an actor, and because of him, I am now successful. Sometimes, life forces you to change direction against your will, but it will be beneficial in the long run.

 — M. S. Narayana [6]

M. Dharmaraju M.A. was directed by Ravi Raja Pinisetty, who also wrote the screenplay. The film is a remake of the 1994 Tamil film Amaidhipadai . [2] It was produced by Jonnada Ramana Murthy and presented by G. K. Reddy, the father of actor Vishal. [7] [8] M. V. S. Haranatha Rao, who appeared in a supporting role, wrote the dialogues for the film.

M. S. Narayana, initially a writer, contributed to the comedy track in the film. [9] Director Ravi Raja Pinisetty, seeking an actor with a distinct appearance described as "Dosakai Mokham" (cucumber face), cast Narayana, who was then working as a writer, after an assistant suggested his name. [5] Although hesitant to act, Narayana accepted the role following Pinisetty’s encouragement. This marked his acting debut and became a defining moment, leading to his rise as one of Telugu cinema’s most celebrated comedians. [6] [5]

Music

M. Dharmaraju M.A.
Soundtrack album by
Raj–Koti
Released1994 (1994)
Recorded1994
Genre Feature film soundtrack
Length24:00
Label Aditya Music
Producer Raj–Koti

The music for M. Dharmaraju M.A. was composed by Raj–Koti, with lyrics written by Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry. Audio soundtrack was released on Aditya Music label. [10]

Source: [11] [12]

Track list
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Em Papa" Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. S. Chithra 03:56
2."Varevva Varahala"Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry Mano, K. S. Chithra04:46
3."Erra Errani Kurradhana"Sirivennela Seetharama SastryS. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. S. Chithra04:41
4."Oppuko Sundari"Sirivennela Seetharama SastryMano05:01
5."Sarasakura Dora"Sirivennela Seetharama SastryS. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Malgudi Subha 05:36
Total length:24:00

Reception

M. Dharmaraju M.A. was released on 11 November 1994. Mohan Babu's performance as the title character received praise for his portrayal. However, the film failed at the box office. [13]

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