M. L. A. Yedukondalu

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M. L. A. Yedukondalu
Directed by Dasari Narayana Rao
Written byDasari Narayana Rao
Produced byD. Himabindu
StarringDasari Narayana Rao
Sujatha
Gummadi
CinematographyK. S. Mani
Edited byD. Rajagopal
Music by K. Chakravarthy
Production
company
Hima Movies
Release date
  • 1983 (1983)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

M. L. A. Yedukondalu is a 1983 Telugu-language film directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. Produced by D. Himabindu and presented by Rayapa Raju, the film stars Dasari Narayana Rao in the titular role along with Sujatha and Gummadi. [1] It was a critical and commercial success [2] and was later remade in Hindi as Aaj Ka M.L.A. Ram Avtar in 1984. [3] [4]

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Plot

M. L. A. Yedukondalu tells the story of a barber named Yedukondalu, who rises to political prominence in his fight against corrupt practices in Indian democracy. He challenges the prevailing political system and seeks to ensure that votes are not bought but instead used as a weapon against dishonest politicians. Dasari Narayana Rao, who also directed and wrote the film, presents a sharp commentary on Indian politics without directly attacking any political parties or individuals. The film emphasizes the importance of clean and fair elections.

Cast

Production

The film was shot at Annapurna Studios, and Dasari Narayana Rao worked quickly to complete it. M. L. A. Yedukondalu was released in 1983. The year also witnessed the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly elections, where the Telugu Desam Party and N. T. Rama Rao rose to political prominence.

Music

The film's music was composed by K. Chakravarthy, with lyrics written by Sri Sri, Palagummi Viswanatham, and Dasari Narayana Rao. The soundtrack includes the following songs:

  1. "Andagadu Santakelithe Chandamama" – S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, P. Susheela
  2. "Venkanna Edukondalu Venkanna Govinda" – S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, group
  3. "Ento Beedavade Gopalu Ento" – P. Susheela
  4. "Tholi Ne Chesina Poojaphalamu" – S. Janaki, Dasari Narayana Rao
  5. "Patimalara Brastulaga Badhapadda" – P. Susheela, group

Awards

Reception

The film was well-received for its bold take on Indian political corruption and the necessity for electoral reform. Dasari Narayana Rao's direction and acting were widely praised, and the film's satirical tone, particularly its dialogues, contributed to its success. The film's success also led to its remake in Hindi as Aaj Ka M.L.A. Ram Avtar (1984), starring Rajesh Khanna and directed by Dasari Narayana Rao. [3] [4]

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  2. ↑ "Producer M.S.Raju - Interview". TeluguCinema.com . 28 January 2004. Retrieved 9 September 2024.
  3. 1 2 "Aaj Ka M.L.A Ram Avtar (1984)". The Hindu . 16 June 2017. Archived from the original on 10 November 2023.
  4. 1 2 "Dasari Narayana Rao passes away: Best films of the multifaceted filmmaker". The Indian Express. 30 May 2017. Archived from the original on 2 June 2017.
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