Mallesham

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Mallesham
Mallesham Poster.jpg
Theatrical release poster
Directed byRaj Rachakonda
Written byRaj Rachakonda
Produced byRaj Rachakonda
Sri Adhikari
Starring Priyadarshi
Jhansi
Ananya Nagalla
Ananda Chakrapani
CinematographyBalu Sandilyasa
Edited byRaghavender V.
Music byMark K. Robin
Production
company
Studio 99
Distributed by Suresh Productions
Release date
  • 21 June 2019 (2019-06-21)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu
Budget₹2.5 crore [1]
Box officeest.₹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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Plot

Chintakindi Mallesham, a school dropout, goes on to revolutionize the weaving industry by creating the Asu machine.

Cast

Production

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]

Soundtrack

Mallesham
Soundtrack album by
Mark K Robin
Released2019
Recorded2019
Genre Soundtrack
Producer Mark K Robin
Mark K Robin chronology
Agent Sai Srinivasa Athreya
(2019)		Mallesham
(2019)

The songs were composed by Mark K Robin.

Song TitleLyricistSinger(s)
"Dhana Dhana Dhann" Goreti Venkanna Anurag Kulkarni
"Naaku Nuvvani" Chandrabose Sri Krishna, Ramya Behara
"Oho Jambiya"Goreti VenkannaGoreti Venkanna, Rahul SipliGunj
"Aa Challani"DasaradhiAnurag Kulkarni
"Kotha Kotha Ga"Goreti VenkannaSri Krishna & Ramya Behara
"Amma Deevena"ChandraboseSri Krishna
"Amma Deevena" (Instrumental)
"Entha Maaya"Ashok PeddintiRamya Behara
"Sethikochina Biddi"ChandraboseAnurag Kulkarni

Release

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]

Digital release

The film has a theatrical release and digitally released on Netflix.

Accolades

Date of ceremonyAwardCategoryRecipient(s) and nominee(s)ResultRef.
28 March 2020Critics Choice Film AwardsBest Actor – MalePriyadarshiNominated [10]
[11]
Best Actor – FemaleJhansiNominated
Best DirectorRaj RachakondaNominated
Best FilmMalleshamWon
11 January 2020 Zee Cine Awards Telugu Special AppreciationMalleshamWon [12]
Best StoryRaj Rachakonda, Peddinti Ashok KumarWon
18 September 2021 South Indian International Movie Awards Best Debutant Producer – TeluguStudio 99Won [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 DirectorRaj RNominated
18 September 2021 South Indian International Movie Awards Best Debutant ProducerStudio 99 (Raj R & Sri Adhikari)Won

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