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Directed by | Raj Rachakonda |
Written by | Raj Rachakonda |
Produced by | Raj Rachakonda Sri Adhikari |
Starring | Priyadarshi Jhansi Ananya Nagalla Ananda Chakrapani |
Cinematography | Balu Sandilyasa |
Edited by | Raghavender V. |
Music by | Mark K. Robin |
Production company | Studio 99 |
Distributed by | Suresh Productions |
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Country | India |
Language | Telugu |
Budget | ₹2.5 crore [1] |
Box office | est.₹5 crore [1] |
Mallesham is a 2019 Indian Telugu-language biographical film based on the life of Chintakindi Mallesham, written and directed by Raj Rachakonda. The film features Priyadarshi as Mallesham, alongside Jhansi, debutante Ananya Nagalla and Ananda Chakrapani in prominent roles. The film garnered positive reviews from critics upon release. Priyadarshi's performance in the film is regarded as one of the "100 Greatest Performances of the Decade" by Film Companion. [2]
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Chintakindi Mallesham, a school dropout, goes on to revolutionize the weaving industry by creating the Asu machine.
Short film director Raj made his directorial debut with this film. [3] He had seen the TED talk by Chintakindi Mallesham and wanted to create a film about Mallesham. [4] Carl Zeiss super-speed lenses were used to shoot the film as Raj wanted the film to feel like Shyam Benegal's Susman (1987). The film was shot in Revanapally and the crew stayed in the village for a year to shoot the film. [3] Laxman Aelay was signed as the head of art production after a hiatus of almost 25 years. His last work was Nirantharam (1995). He helped the crew by referring local artisans to the team. His drawings of weavers were used as references for the crew. [4] The trailer released on 29 May. [5]
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Soundtrack album by Mark K Robin | ||||
Released | 2019 | |||
Recorded | 2019 | |||
Genre | Soundtrack | |||
Producer | Mark K Robin | |||
Mark K Robin chronology | ||||
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The songs were composed by Mark K Robin.
Song Title | Lyricist | Singer(s) |
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"Dhana Dhana Dhann" | Goreti Venkanna | Anurag Kulkarni |
"Naaku Nuvvani" | Chandrabose | Sri Krishna, Ramya Behara |
"Oho Jambiya" | Goreti Venkanna | Goreti Venkanna, Rahul SipliGunj |
"Aa Challani" | Dasaradhi | Anurag Kulkarni |
"Kotha Kotha Ga" | Goreti Venkanna | Sri Krishna & Ramya Behara |
"Amma Deevena" | Chandrabose | Sri Krishna |
"Amma Deevena" (Instrumental) | ||
"Entha Maaya" | Ashok Peddinti | Ramya Behara |
"Sethikochina Biddi" | Chandrabose | Anurag Kulkarni |
The Times of India gave the film four out of five stars and stated that "The film delivers what it promises – the story of a common man who dared to find a practical solution to the issue at hand, a man anyone can relate to. Director Raj Rachakonda needs to be lauded for this". [6] The New Indian Express stated that "And yes, Raj deserves applause for churning out a film which has its heart in the right place. Priyadarshi’s complete ownership of the role is what elevates this film a few notches higher." [7] The Hindu wrote that "This indie-spirited film is a heart-warming portrayal of tenacity and triumph". [8] The movie is successful at the box office. [9]
The film has a theatrical release and digitally released on Netflix.
Date of ceremony | Award | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
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28 March 2020 | Critics Choice Film Awards | Best Actor – Male | Priyadarshi | Nominated | [10] [11] |
Best Actor – Female | Jhansi | Nominated | |||
Best Director | Raj Rachakonda | Nominated | |||
Best Film | Mallesham | Won | |||
11 January 2020 | Zee Cine Awards Telugu | Special Appreciation | Mallesham | Won | [12] |
Best Story | Raj Rachakonda, Peddinti Ashok Kumar | Won | |||
18 September 2021 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debutant Producer – Telugu | Studio 99 | Won | [13] |
18 September 2021 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debutant Actress | Ananya Nagalla | Nominated | |
18 September 2021 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debutant Director | Raj R | Nominated | |
18 September 2021 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debutant Producer | Studio 99 (Raj R & Sri Adhikari) | Won |
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