Vikkatakavi | |
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Genre | Suspense thriller |
Written by | Saitej Desharaj |
Directed by | Pradeep Maddali |
Starring |
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Music by | Ajay Arasada |
Country of origin | India |
Original language | Telugu |
Production | |
Producer | Ram Talluri |
Cinematography | Shoeb Siddiqui |
Editor | Sai Babu Talari |
Production company | SRT Entertainments |
Original release | |
Release | 28 November 2024 |
Vikkatakavi: The Chronicles of Amaragiri is an Indian Telugu-language thriller streaming television series. Set against the backdrop of 1970s Telangana, the series follows the journey of Ramakrishna, a young detective. [1] The storyline centers on a small village where residents mysteriously begin losing their memories. Ramakrishna, also known as Vikkatakavi, steps in to uncover the mystery. [2] [3]
The series is produced by Ram Talluri of SRT Entertainments and directed by Pradeep Maddali. The lead roles are played by Naresh Agastya and Megha Akash. [4]
The story revolves around Ramakrishna, portrayed by Naresh Agastya, a young detective who is drawn into a mysterious case in the enigmatic kingdom of Amaragiri. Villagers who enter the Nallamalla Forest at night are mysteriously losing their memories, and local legends point to a curse of a goddess. As Ramakrishna delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of historical conspiracies, political schemes, and the tragic death of the king's son.
The makers of Vikkatakavi officially announced the show on the occasion of Ugadi and launched its poster on April 10, 2024. [5] Produced by Ram Talluri under SRT Entertainments and directed by Pradeep Maddali, [6] the series has music composed by Ajay Arasada and a story written by Teja Desraj. [7] [8] The trailer was unveiled by actor Vishwak Sen. [9]
Vikkatakavi is set to premiere on 28 November 2024 on ZEE5. [10] [11] Prior to its release, it was screened at the 55th International Film Festival of India on 23 November 2024. [12] [13] [14] Season 2 will be named as Vikkatakavi: The Chronicles of Parasuram released in 2025.
No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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1 | "Whispers of the Cursed" | Pradeep Maddali | Saitej Desharaj | 28 November 2024 |
2 | "Echoes of the Unseen" | Pradeep Maddali | Saitej Desharaj | 28 November 2024 |
3 | "Blood Moon Rising" | Pradeep Maddali | Saitej Desharaj | 28 November 2024 |
4 | "Lost Secrets" | Pradeep Maddali | Saitej Desharaj | 28 November 2024 |
5 | "Tales of the Unburnt" | Pradeep Maddali | Saitej Desharaj | 28 November 2024 |
6 | "Unleashing the Wrath" | Pradeep Maddali | Saitej Desharaj | 28 November 2024 |
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