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{{Infobox film
| name = Sardar Paparayudu
| image = Sardar Papa Rayudu.jpg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = [[Dasari Narayana Rao]]
| writer = Dasari Narayana Rao
| producer = [[Kranthi Kumar]]
| starring = [[N. T. Rama Rao]]<br />[[Sridevi]]<br />[[Sharada (actress)|Sharada]]
| cinematography = S. Venkataratnam
| editing = G. G. Krishna Rao
| music = [[K. Chakravarthy|Chakravarthy]]
| studio = Sri Annapoorna International
| distributor = Shayikrishna
| released = {{Film date|df=y|1980|10|30}}
| runtime = 151 minutes
| country = India
| language = Telugu
}}
'''''Sardar Paparayudu''''' is a 1980 Indian [[Telugu language|Telugu]]-language [[historical fiction|historical fiction film]] written and directed by [[Dasari Narayana Rao]]. Produced by [[Kranthi Kumar]], it stars [[N. T. Rama Rao]] in the [[Title character|title role]], alongside [[Sridevi]] and [[Sarada (actress)|Sarada]], with music composed by [[K. Chakravarthy|Chakravarthy]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=20 May 2003 |title=Stalwart's death |work=[[The Hindu]] |url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/stalwarts-death/article28409938.ece |url-status=live |access-date=25 December 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210907042541/https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/stalwarts-death/article28409938.ece |archive-date=7 September 2021}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |last=Krishnamoorthy |first=Suresh |date=31 May 2017 |title=Hot-shot director Dasari dead |work=[[The Hindu]] |url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/hot-shot-director-to-union-minister/article18662818.ece |url-status=live |access-date=25 December 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210113110109/https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/hot-shot-director-to-union-minister/article18662818.ece |archive-date=13 January 2021}}</ref> The film was a commercial success and was remade in [[Hindi]] as ''[[Sarfarosh (1985 film)|Sarfarosh]]'' (1985).<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sharma |first=Devesh |date=7 April 2020 |title=Filmfare recommends: Top films of Jeetendra where he played a double role |url=https://www.filmfare.com/features/filmfare-recommends-top-films-of-jeetendra-where-he-played-a-double-role-40040.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20200415054829/https://www.filmfare.com/features/filmfare-recommends-top-films-of-jeetendra-where-he-played-a-double-role-40040.html |archive-date=15 April 2020 |access-date=25 December 2020 |website=[[Filmfare]]}}</ref>

== Plot ==
Ramu, a sincere police officer, is in love with Vijaya, the daughter of a corrupt politician, Dharmaraju. Although Dharmaraju maintains a respectable image in public, he is secretly involved in unethical activities. Along with his associates, Satya Murthy and Nyayapathi, Dharmaraju exploited the poor by collaborating with the British. Years earlier, the trio framed a freedom fighter, Sardar Paparayudu, for the murder of a king, Vijayaraghavaraju, in the Andaman Islands. As a result, Paparayudu was sentenced to life imprisonment.

Upon meeting Ramu, Dharmaraju is shaken by the young officer's striking resemblance to Sardar Paparayudu. It is soon revealed that Ramu is, in fact, Paparayudu's son. His mother, Seeta, is the wife of Paparayudu. Dharmaraju's fears intensify when Sardar Paparayudu is released from prison, seeking vengeance for his wrongful imprisonment.

A conflict arises between Paparayudu and Ramu, as the former seeks justice against Dharmaraju. In a climactic confrontation, Paparayudu sacrifices himself to protect his son and others. In his dying moments, he embraces Ramu, reconciling with him before dying.

== Cast ==
{{Cast listing|
* [[N. T. Rama Rao]] as Sardar Paparayudu and Ram "Ramu" Mohan
* [[Sridevi]] as Vijaya
* [[Sharada (actress)|Sharada]] as Seeta
* [[Rao Gopal Rao]] as Dharma Rao
* [[Kaikala Satyanarayana|Satyanarayana]] as Satya Murthy
* [[Allu Ramalingaiah]] as Nyayapathi
* [[Mohan Babu]] as Britisher
* [[Gummadi (actor)|Gummadi]] as Baba
* [[M. Prabhakar Reddy|Prabhakar Reddy]] as Vijaya Raghava Raju
* Tyagaraju as British Inspector
* K. V. Chalam as Raju
* [[P. J. Sarma]] as I.G.
* [[Chalapathi Rao]] as Sardar Paparayudu's henchmen
* [[Pandari Bai]] as Sardar Paparayudu's mother
* [[S. Varalakshmi]] as Urmila Devi
* Athili Lakshmi as Vijaya's mother
* [[Jyothi Lakshmi]] in an [[item number]]
}}

== Production ==

=== Development ===
The idea for ''Sardar Paparayudu'' came about when producer [[Kranthi Kumar]], who had previously worked on smaller, women-centric films such as [[Sarada (1973 film)|Sarada]] (1973), [[Jyothi (1976 film)|''Jyothi'']] (1976), ''Kalpana'' (1977), and [[Aame Katha|''Ame Katha'']] (1977) decided to make a film with the reigning superstar [[N. T. Rama Rao]]. [[Dasari Narayana Rao]] was selected to direct, with Kranthi Kumar, and [[Palagummi Padmaraju]] participating in honing the script along with Dasari Narayana Rao.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=21 January 2007 |title=Nostalgia - Sardar Paparayudu |url=http://www.cinegoer.net/sardarpaparayudu.htm |access-date=2024-09-15 |website=CineGoer.com |archive-date=9 April 2014 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20140409132400/http://www.cinegoer.net/sardarpaparayudu.htm |url-status=bot: unknown }}</ref>

Originally titled ''Paparayudu'', the film's name was later changed to ''Sardar Paparayudu'' for added emphasis. ''Sardar Paparayudu'' was the third collaboration between Rama Rao and director Dasari Narayana Rao, following successful films like [[Manushulanta Okkate|''Manushulantha Okkate'']] (1976) and ''[[Circus Ramudu]]'' (1980).<ref name=":0" />

=== Casting ===
Rama Rao was cast in the dual roles of the father, Paparayudu, and his son, Ram Mohan. His portrayal of these two distinct characters, with unique mannerisms and dialogue, was a highlight of the film. [[Sridevi]] played the female lead, and [[Rao Gopal Rao]] took on the role of the antagonist, Dharmaraju. Other notable cast members included [[Gummadi (actor)|Gummadi]] as Baba and [[Mohan Babu]] as a British soldier.<ref name=":0" />

=== Filming ===
The film's production was notable for its extensive period settings, especially during sequences portraying pre-independence India. Rama Rao took special care in distinguishing the two characters he portrayed, ensuring their personalities and dialogue were unique.<ref name=":0" /> Additionally, Rama Rao fulfilled a long-held desire to portray [[Alluri Sitarama Raju]] in a dream sequence in the song "Vinara Bharatha Veera Kumara," a [[Burra katha|Burrakatha]] composed by [[Sri Sri (writer)|Sri Sri]]. There was a notable incident during the filming when Rama Rao sustained a wrist injury, which led to a belief that the film would be a box-office success, following a pattern in his earlier films.<ref name=":0" />

== Music ==
{{Infobox album
| name = Sardar Paparayudu
| type = Soundtrack
| artist = [[K. Chakravarthy|Chakravarthy]]
| cover =
| released = 1980
| recorded =
| genre = [[Filmi]]
| length = 30:14
| label = AVM Audio
| producer = [[K. Chakravarthy|Chakravarthy]]
| prev_title = [[Rowdy Ramudu Konte Krishnudu]]
| prev_year = 1980
| next_title = [[Sarada Ramudu]]
| next_year = 1981
}}

The music was composed by [[K. Chakravarthy|Chakravarthy]]. Sri Sri, [[Rajasri (writer)|Rajasri]], and Dasari Narayana Rao penned the lyrics.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sardar Paparayudu |url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/sardar-paparayudu/Mmfq4dPn6-c_ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210907042613/https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/sardar-paparayudu/Mmfq4dPn6-c_ |archive-date=7 September 2021 |access-date=7 September 2021 |website=[[JioSaavn]]|date=31 December 1980 }}</ref> The Burrakatha "Vinara Bharatha Veera Kumara," written by Sri Sri and performed by Burrakatha Benarjee, became an iconic piece in the film. The song was later included in many historical retrospectives on Telugu cinema. After the movie's initial release, the song "Jyothilakshmi Cheerakattindi" was added to extend the film's appeal.<ref name=":0" />

{{Track listing
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| total_length = 30:14
| title1 = Hello Temper
| lyrics1 = [[Rajasri (writer)|Rajasri]]
| extra1 = [[S. P. Balasubrahmanyam]]
| length1 = 3:48
| title2 = Thella Cheera Kallakatuka
| lyrics2 = [[Dasari Narayana Rao]]
| extra2 = S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, [[P. Susheela]]
| length2 = 4:38
| title3 = Pandommidhi Vandhala
| lyrics3 = Rajasri
| extra3 = S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, P. Susheela
| length3 = 4:41
| title4 = Jyothilakshmi
| lyrics4 = Dasari Narayana Rao
| extra4 = [[S. Janaki]]
| length4 = 5:59
| title5 = Uyyalaku Vayasochchindhi
| lyrics5 = Rajasri
| extra5 = S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, P. Susheela
| length5 = 4:19
| title6 = Burrakatha
| lyrics6 = [[Sri Sri (writer)|Sri Sri]]
| extra6 = S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Benerjee
| length6 = 6:49
}}

== Reception ==
Venkatram of ''[[Andhra Patrika]]'' appreciated the direction, screenplay and dialogues by Dasari Narayana Rao, songs by Chakravarthy and the performances of the cast.<ref name=":1">{{Cite news |date=5 November 1980 |title=చిత్రసమీక్ష: సర్దార్ పాపారాయుడు |trans-title=Movie review: Sardar Paparayudu |work=[[Andhra Patrika]] |url=https://indiancine.ma/documents/IRH |access-date=7 August 2021}}</ref>

''Sardar Paparayudu'' was a commercial success. The film's powerful dialogues, penned by Dasari Narayana Rao, resonated with audiences, leading to high sales of [[LP record|LP records]] and [[Cassette tape|cassettes]] of the audio track of the film. The film's re-recording, especially in the pre-independence era sequences, was highly praised. Rama Rao's dual-role performance was celebrated, with particular attention paid to the distinct mannerisms of both characters.<ref name=":1" />

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
* {{IMDb title|0187484}}

{{Dasari Narayana Rao}}

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