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{{Infobox film
{{Infobox film
| name          = Mental Madhilo
| image          = Mental Madhilo.jpg
| image          = Mental Madhilo Poster.jpg
| caption        = Theatrical release poster
| caption        =  
| director      = [[Vivek Athreya]]
| director      = [[Vivek Athreya]]
| producer      = Raj Kandukuri
| producer      = [[Raj Kandukuri]]
| writer        = Vivek Athreya
| writer        = Vivek Athreya
| starring      = [[Sree Vishnu]]<br /> [[Nivetha Pethuraj]]<br /> [[Amrutha Srinivasan]]
| starring      = [[Sree Vishnu]]<br /> [[Nivetha Pethuraj]]<br /> [[Amrutha Srinivasan]]
| music          = [[Prashanth R Vihari]]
| music          = [[Prashanth R Vihari]]
| cinematography = Vedaraman S
| cinematography = Vedaraman Sankaran
| editing        = Viplav Nyshadam
| editing        = Viplav Nyshadam
| studio        = Dharmapatha Creations
| studio        = Dharmapatha Creations
| released      = {{Film date|2017|11|24|df=y}}
| released      = {{Film date|2017|11|24|df=y}}
| runtime        =  
| runtime        = 134 minutes
| country        = India
| country        = India
| language      = Telugu
| language      = Telugu
| budget        =  
| budget        =  
| gross          =  
| gross          =  
| distributor = Suresh Productions (India)<br/>Freeze Frame Films (Overseas)
| distributor   = [[Suresh Productions]]<br />Freeze Frame Films (Overseas Distribution)
}}
}}


'''''Mental Madhilo''''' ({{lit|Crazy at Heart}}) is a 2017 indian [[Telugu language|Telugu]]-language [[romantic comedy]] film written and directed by [[Vivek Athreya]] and produced by Raj Kandukuri (well known for [[Pelli Choopulu]]) for Dharmapatha Creations. The film features [[Sree Vishnu]], [[Nivetha Pethuraj]], and [[Amrutha Srinivasan]] in lead roles with [[Sivaji Raja]], Madhumani, [[Raj Madiraju]] and Anita Chowadary in pivotal roles. This film marks the Telugu debut of Nivetha Pethuraj and Srinivasan. Songs and background score for the movie are composed and arranged by [[Prashanth R Vihari]]. The film's title was taken from a song from ''[[OK Bangaram]]''.
'''''Mental Madhilo''''' ({{Translation|Crazy at Heart}}) is a 2017 Indian [[Telugu language|Telugu]]-language [[romantic comedy]] film written and directed by [[Vivek Athreya]] in his directorial debut, and produced by [[Raj Kandukuri]] (known for ''[[Pelli Choopulu]]'') for Dharmapatha Creations. The film features [[Sree Vishnu]], [[Nivetha Pethuraj]], and [[Amrutha Srinivasan]] in lead roles with [[Sivaji Raja]], Madhumani, [[Raj Madiraju]], and Anita Chowdary in supporting roles. This film marks the Telugu debuts of Nivetha and Srinivasan. The songs and background score for the movie were composed and arranged by [[Prashanth R Vihari]]. The film was released on 24 November 2017. The film's title was taken from a song from the 2015 film ''[[OK Bangaram]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/flix/mental-madhilo-review-fun-romcom-about-confused-man-72138|title='Mental Madhilo' Review: A fun romcom about a confused man|work=The News Minute|date=24 November 2017|first=Karthik|last=Keramulu}}</ref>


== Plot ==
== Plot ==
Decision making? Well that's tough given that options before you are equally luring. That's near to impossible for a guy, Aravind Krishna ([[Sree Vishnu]]) is a guy affected to [[Borderline personality disorder]] a fickle-minded person since childhood who gets confused when faced with regular options. The kind that could answer everything on a theoretical paper but returns the objective paper blank. Not just getting confused, like any one of us generally happen to be,  but yearns for the option that he didn't choose after deciding. To add to this, an incident from his 12th year makes him uncomfortable to talk to or be around girls. As he becomes older, the situation doesn't get any better. Aravind, now 29 years old, almost gives up on the hope of getting married after messing up 12 match makings. Reluctantly, he attends the 13th and to his surprise, he finds himself at ease when he talks to Swetcha ([[Nivetha Pethuraj]]), a clear-headed straight forward girl in contrast to Aravind.
Aravind Krishna is a man affected by [[borderline personality disorder]]. A fickle-minded person since childhood, he gets confused when faced with options in his daily life, and he regrets a choice he made years ago. Additionally, an incident that happened when he was about 12 made him uncomfortable to talk to or be around girls.


Swetcha who sees the plainness in his heart agrees to marry him. The two spend some time together before getting engaged, as they get to know about each other they start liking each other. Being with Swetcha helps Aravind to get over his discomfort with girls. While waiting on their engagement, Aravind is obliged to go to Mumbai for a project. On his way, he meets a joyous and unpredictable girl, called Renuka ([[Amrutha Srinivasan]]), from Vijayawada and architectural student who leaves an impression during their bus journey, but disappears as he reaches Mumbai. She is a strong believer in destiny and Aravind too subconsciously starts believing in it and starts searching for her in Mumbai. The same destiny has them meet again in Mumbai and she became a roommate with Aravind along with Saki ([[Kireeti Damaraju]]) and some other friends. Meanwhile, Aravind finds himself drawn to her as he spends more and more time with her. He became infatuated with her and one night they both kiss later she shares her past that he had a boy friend who died in an accident. Then she confess her feelings on Aravind later she Vacated the Apartment next day. The same night in the confused state of mind Aravind calls off the engagement with Swetcha then suddenly manages it as prank. Then in the next day Swetcha gives a surprise visit to Mumbai. She befriends all of his friends. Later she asks about Renu however they manage but Swetcha finds her in a restaurant they both become good friends.  
As the years pass, Aravind's predicament does not improve. At the age of 29, he almost gives up on ever getting married after bungling 12 potential matches. Reluctantly, he meets the 13th girl, and to his surprise, finds himself at ease when talking to Swetcha, who is, in stark contrast to him, clear-headed and straight-forward. Seeing that Aravind is a kind person, Swetcha agrees to marry him. The two spend some time together before getting engaged, and they gradually develop affection for each other. Spending time with Swetcha helps Aravind get over his discomfort with girls.


Later while going back Swecha admits to Aravind that she understands everything about Aravind and Renu and shows anguish on him and she goes to Hyderabad. In Hyderabad Aravind's father ([[Sivaji Raja]]) makes him realise that how the risk of choice making will become a positive change in life. Then Aravind for the first time took decision and came to apologise Swetcha but she avoids him. Later he meets Renu and confess his feelings on Swetcha and apologise Renu. Then, Renu encourages Aravind to propose to Swetcha and they part their ways. The same night Aravind went to Swetcha's home to talk about it but her mom (Anitha Chowdary) tells him that she is on a bus which is going out of station. Then Aravind catches the bus along with his father successfully. Then he proves that he overcomes his disorder and apologise her. Then, finally, Swetcha accept his proposal with a tight slap. Meanwhile, his father comically encounters the other passenger ([[Nara Rohit]]) and invites him to his son's marriage. Aravind and Swetcha get married and lived happily.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movie-reviews/mental-madhilo/movie-review/61781220.cms|title=Mental Madhilo Review {3.5/5}: Watch this movie if you’re looking for something extremely laidback, beautiful and uncomplicated this weekend, you won’t regret it!|website=indiatimes.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180411063025/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movie-reviews/mental-madhilo/movie-review/61781220.cms|archive-date=11 April 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://chaibisket.com/mental-madhilo/|title=These Musings About "Mental Madhilo" Will Explain Why This Film Is A New Age Rom-Com!|first=Ejaz|last=Ej|website=chaibisket.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180302173428/http://chaibisket.com/mental-madhilo|archive-date=2 March 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref>
After the engagement, Aravind has to travel to [[Mumbai]] for a project. On his way there, he meets Renuka "Renu", a joyful and unpredictable architecture student from [[Vijayawada]], who leaves an impression on him but disappears as he reaches Mumbai. Having heard her speak of her strong belief in destiny, Aravind subconsciously starts believing in it too and  he searches for Renuka in Mumbai. By coincidence, they meet again in Mumbai and she becomes Aravind's roommate along with some other friends.
 
As Aravind spends more and more time with Renu, he becomes infatuated with her. One night, they share a kiss. Later, she reveals that a boyfriend she used to have died in an accident. She confesses her feelings for Aravind, but abruptly vacates the apartment the next day. Confused, Aravind calls off the engagement with Swetcha, but has second thoughts and manages to convince her that it was meant as a prank. The next day, Swetcha surprises him in Mumbai and meets all of his friends. She enquires about Renu, but Aravind's friends skirt her questions. Later, however, she finds Renu in a restaurant, and they become friends.
 
Before returning, Swetcha reveals that she knows everything about Aravind and Renu, sees that he is bothered by this, and leaves. Back in Hyderabad, Aravind's father makes him see how the risk involved in making choices can be a positive force by telling him about a dilemma he faced in his youth. Realizing his mistake, Aravind makes a firm decision for the first time in his life and goes to Swetcha to apologize, but to no avail. He then meets Renu, confesses his feelings for Swetcha, and apologizes to Renu. Somewhat hurt, Renu encourages Aravind to propose to Swetcha.
 
The same night, Aravind goes to Swetcha's home to talk, but her mother informs him that Swetcha is leaving the city on a bus. Aravind and his father catch up with the bus, and Aravind apologizes to Swetcha and convinces her that he has overcome his indecision and chosen her. Swetcha slaps him, but then accepts his proposal. Aravind's father has a comical encounter with another passenger on the bus and invites him to his son's wedding. Aravind and Swetcha get married and live happily.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movie-reviews/mental-madhilo/movie-review/61781220.cms|title=Mental Madhilo Review {3.5/5}: Watch this movie if you're looking for something extremely laidback, beautiful and uncomplicated this weekend, you won't regret it!|website=indiatimes.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180411063025/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movie-reviews/mental-madhilo/movie-review/61781220.cms|archive-date=11 April 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://chaibisket.com/mental-madhilo/|title=These Musings About "Mental Madhilo" Will Explain Why This Film Is A New Age Rom-Com!|first=Ejaz|last=Ej|website=chaibisket.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180302173428/http://chaibisket.com/mental-madhilo|archive-date=2 March 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref>


== Cast ==
== Cast ==
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* Keshav Deepak as Manu
* Keshav Deepak as Manu
* [[Kireeti Damaraju]] as Saki  
* [[Kireeti Damaraju]] as Saki  
* [[Shivaji Raja]] as Arvind Krishna's father
* [[Shivaji Raja]] as Aravind's father
* Madhumani as Aravind Krishna's mother
* Madhumani as Aravind's mother
* [[Raj Madiraju]] as Swetcha's father
* [[Raj Madiraju]] as Swetcha's father
* Anita Chowadary as Swetcha's mother
* Anita Chowdary as Swetcha's mother
* Dinesh Koushika as Aravind's friend
* Dinesh Koushika as Aravind's friend
* [[Appaji Ambarisha Darbha]] as office colleague
* Appaji Ambarisha Darbha as office colleague
* Jahanvi Dassety  
* Jahanvi Dassety  
* Sujata
* Sujata
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==Soundtrack==
== Production ==
Vivek Athreya made his directorial debut with this film, in addition to writing the screenplay. The film was shot in Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Goa. Production was completed within the planned schedule of 40 days. The film was distributed in India by Suresh Productions.<ref>{{cite web |title=Suresh Babu Acquires Mental Madhilo |url=https://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/suresh-babu-acquires-mental-madhilo-84241.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171014074946/http://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/suresh-babu-acquires-mental-madhilo-84241.html |archive-date=14 October 2017 |accessdate=16 September 2018 |website=greatandhra.com |df=dmy-all}}</ref> The film was released in India on 24 November 2017; preview screenings were held for critics and select audiences a few days before the release.<ref>{{cite web |title=Mental Madhilo Is Huge Hit Before Release |url=http://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Tollywood/2017-11-20/Mental-Madhilo-Is-Huge-Hit-Before-Release/340485 |accessdate=16 September 2018 |website=The Hans India|date=21 November 2017 }}</ref> Overseas, it was distributed by Freeze Frame Films LLC.
 
== Soundtrack ==
{{Infobox album
{{Infobox album
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| name         = Mental Madhilo
| type       = film
| type         = film
| artist     = [[Prashanth R Vihari]]
| artist       = [[Prashanth R Vihari]]
| cover     =
| cover       =  
| alt       =
| alt         =  
| released   = 2017
| released     = 2017
| recorded   = 2017
| recorded     = 2017
| venue     = [[Chennai]]
| venue       = [[Chennai]]
| studio     = AM Studios
| studio       = [[AM Studios]]
| genre     = [[Film soundtrack|Feature film soundtrack]]
| genre       = [[Film soundtrack|Feature film soundtrack]]
| length     = 32:47
| length       = 32:47
| label     = [[Madhura Audio]]
| label       = [[Madhura Audio]]
| producer   = Prashanth R Vihari
| producer     = [[Prashanth R Vihari]]
| prev_title = [[Vellipomakey]]
| prev_title   = [[Vellipomakey]]
| prev_year = 2017
| prev_year   = 2017
| next_title = Adhugo
| next_title   = [[Adhugo]]
| next_year = 2018
| next_year   = 2018
| misc = {{External media
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| audio1 = {{YouTube|cfufIUJ8QR8|Audio Jukebox}}
| audio1 = {{YouTube|cfufIUJ8QR8|Audio Jukebox}}
}}}}
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Music composed by [[Prashanth R Vihari]].
}}
{{tracklist
The music was composed by [[Prashanth R Vihari]]. Producer [[Raj Kandukuri]] and actor [[Nani (actor)|Nani]] released the soundtrack's first song, "Gummadikaya Halwa" at [[6th South Indian International Movie Awards|SIIMA 2017]].<ref name="apnewsonline.in">{{cite web|url=https://www.apnewsonline.in/nani-releases-first-lyrical-video-mental-madhilo/|title=Nani Releases first lyrical video of Mental Madhilo - AP News Online|website=www.apnewsonline.in|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170704090034/http://www.apnewsonline.in/nani-releases-first-lyrical-video-mental-madhilo|archive-date=4 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiaglitz.com/mental-madhilo-release-date-announced-telugu-news-199863|title=Mental Madhilo Release Date|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171201041005/https://www.indiaglitz.com/mental-madhilo-release-date-announced-telugu-news-199863|archive-date=1 December 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref>
{{track listing
| headline    = Track list
| headline    = Track list
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| extra_column = Singer(s)
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| extra5      = [[Diwakar]], Pranav Chaganty
| extra5      = [[Diwakar]], Pranav Chaganty
| length5      = 3:38
| length5      = 3:38
| title7       = Chelliyo Chellako
| title6       = Chelliyo Chellako
| lyrics7     = [[Bhaskarabhatla Ravi Kumar|Bhaskarabhatla]], Palak Khatri
| lyrics6     = [[Bhaskarabhatla Ravi Kumar|Bhaskarabhatla]], Palak Khatri
| extra7       = [[Yazin Nizar]]
| extra6       = [[Yazin Nizar]]
| length7     = 4:36
| length6     = 4:36
| title8       = Malik Tere
| title7       = Malik Tere
| lyrics8     = Sirasri
| lyrics7     = Sirasri
| extra8       = [[Nikhita Gandhi]]
| extra7       = [[Nikhita Gandhi]]
| length8     = 5:01
| length7     = 5:01
}}
}}
==Production==
The film was written by Vivek Athreya, who also made his directorial debut with this film. It completed its production in 40 days, across 3 schedules  and is shot in Hyderabad, Mumbai and Goa.
Once the production was completed, the film was taken over and presented by <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/suresh-babu-acquires-mental-madhilo-84241.html|title=Suresh Babu Acquires Mental Madhilo|website=greatandhra.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171014074946/http://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/suresh-babu-acquires-mental-madhilo-84241.html|archive-date=14 October 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref> Suresh Productions.
== Release ==
After Suresh Productions took over the film, there were regular previews to audience and critics a few days before the release.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Tollywood/2017-11-20/Mental-Madhilo-Is-Huge-Hit-Before-Release/340485|title=Mental Madhilo Is Huge Hit Before Release|website=The Hans India|accessdate=16 September 2018}}</ref> The film was released in India on 24 November 2017. Overseas, it was distributed by Freeze Frame Films LLC.


== Reception ==
== Reception ==
The film has garnered positive feedback from the audience and critics. Actor Sree Vishnu received accolades for his ease of acting from critics and so did Nivetha Pethuraj, the female lead.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/mental-madhilo-movie-review-love-trumps-confusion-in-vivek-athreyas-sparkling-debut-4224157.html|title=Mental Madhilo movie review: Love trumps confusion in Vivek Athreya’s sparkling debut- Entertainment News, Firstpost|website=firstpost.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180325004050/http://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/mental-madhilo-movie-review-love-trumps-confusion-in-vivek-athreyas-sparkling-debut-4224157.html|archive-date=25 March 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref> The film had a good gross collection across the released theatres and made its mark overseas.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gulte.com/movienews/62540/How-Is-Mental-Madhilo-A-Profitable-Venture|title=How Is Mental Madhilo A Profitable Venture?|website=gulte.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180103023454/http://www.gulte.com/movienews/62540/How-Is-Mental-Madhilo-A-Profitable-Venture|archive-date=3 January 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="auto">{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5tTaPCxfV4|title=A Glimpse of Mental Madhilo - Sree Vishnu - Nivetha Pethuraj - Raj Kandukuri - Vivek Athreya|last=Mental Madhilo The Movie|date=25 June 2017|via=YouTube|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170709132216/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5tTaPCxfV4|archive-date=9 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="idlebrain.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.idlebrain.com/usschedules/mentalmadhilo.html|title=Mental Madhilo Overseas by Freeze Frame Films - idlebrain.com|website=www.idlebrain.com|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170707110352/http://idlebrain.com/usschedules/mentalmadhilo.html|archive-date=7 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="greatandhra.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/teaser-talk-only-confusion-82685.html|title=Teaser Talk: Only Confusion|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170714025408/http://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/teaser-talk-only-confusion-82685.html|archive-date=14 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref> Producer Raj Kandukuri along with actor Nani released its first song, "Gummadikaya Halwa", on 30 June at SIIMA 2017.<ref name="apnewsonline.in">{{cite web|url=https://www.apnewsonline.in/nani-releases-first-lyrical-video-mental-madhilo/|title=Nani Releases first lyrical video of Mental Madhilo - AP News Online|website=www.apnewsonline.in|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170704090034/http://www.apnewsonline.in/nani-releases-first-lyrical-video-mental-madhilo|archive-date=4 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiaglitz.com/mental-madhilo-release-date-announced-telugu-news-199863|title=Mental Madhilo Release Date|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171201041005/https://www.indiaglitz.com/mental-madhilo-release-date-announced-telugu-news-199863|archive-date=1 December 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref>
The film has garnered positive feedback from the audience and critics. Both Vishnu and Pethuraj received accolades for their performances.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/mental-madhilo-movie-review-love-trumps-confusion-in-vivek-athreyas-sparkling-debut-4224157.html|title=Mental Madhilo movie review: Love trumps confusion in Vivek Athreya's sparkling debut|website=firstpost.com|date=23 November 2017 |accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180325004050/http://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/mental-madhilo-movie-review-love-trumps-confusion-in-vivek-athreyas-sparkling-debut-4224157.html|archive-date=25 March 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref> On its opening weekend, the film drew a gross profit of {{Currency|2.25|INR}} across domestic and international box offices.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gulte.com/movienews/62540/How-Is-Mental-Madhilo-A-Profitable-Venture|title=How Is Mental Madhilo A Profitable Venture?|website=gulte.com|accessdate=16 September 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180103023454/http://www.gulte.com/movienews/62540/How-Is-Mental-Madhilo-A-Profitable-Venture|archive-date=3 January 2018|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="auto">{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5tTaPCxfV4|title=A Glimpse of Mental Madhilo - Sree Vishnu - Nivetha Pethuraj - Raj Kandukuri - Vivek Athreya|last=Mental Madhilo The Movie|date=25 June 2017|via=YouTube|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170709132216/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5tTaPCxfV4|archive-date=9 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="idlebrain.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.idlebrain.com/usschedules/mentalmadhilo.html|title=Mental Madhilo Overseas by Freeze Frame Films - idlebrain.com|website=www.idlebrain.com|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170707110352/http://idlebrain.com/usschedules/mentalmadhilo.html|archive-date=7 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="greatandhra.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/teaser-talk-only-confusion-82685.html|title=Teaser Talk: Only Confusion|access-date=9 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170714025408/http://www.greatandhra.com/movies/movie-news/teaser-talk-only-confusion-82685.html|archive-date=14 July 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}</ref>


== Awards ==
== Awards ==
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|Nivetha Pethuraj
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==External links==
== External links ==
* {{IMDb title|7675422}}
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[[Category:Films set in Mumbai]]
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[[Category:Indian romantic comedy films]]
[[Category:Films scored by Prashanth R Vihari]]

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Mental Madhilo
Theatrical release poster
Directed byVivek Athreya
Produced byRaj Kandukuri
Written byVivek Athreya
StarringSree Vishnu
Nivetha Pethuraj
Amrutha Srinivasan
Music byPrashanth R Vihari
CinematographyVedaraman Sankaran
Edited byViplav Nyshadam
Production
company
Dharmapatha Creations
Distributed bySuresh Productions
Freeze Frame Films (Overseas Distribution)
Release date
  • 24 November 2017 (2017-11-24)
Running time
134 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Mental Madhilo (transl. Crazy at Heart) is a 2017 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Vivek Athreya in his directorial debut, and produced by Raj Kandukuri (known for Pelli Choopulu) for Dharmapatha Creations. The film features Sree Vishnu, Nivetha Pethuraj, and Amrutha Srinivasan in lead roles with Sivaji Raja, Madhumani, Raj Madiraju, and Anita Chowdary in supporting roles. This film marks the Telugu debuts of Nivetha and Srinivasan. The songs and background score for the movie were composed and arranged by Prashanth R Vihari. The film was released on 24 November 2017. The film's title was taken from a song from the 2015 film OK Bangaram.[1]

Plot[edit | edit source]

Aravind Krishna is a man affected by borderline personality disorder. A fickle-minded person since childhood, he gets confused when faced with options in his daily life, and he regrets a choice he made years ago. Additionally, an incident that happened when he was about 12 made him uncomfortable to talk to or be around girls.

As the years pass, Aravind's predicament does not improve. At the age of 29, he almost gives up on ever getting married after bungling 12 potential matches. Reluctantly, he meets the 13th girl, and to his surprise, finds himself at ease when talking to Swetcha, who is, in stark contrast to him, clear-headed and straight-forward. Seeing that Aravind is a kind person, Swetcha agrees to marry him. The two spend some time together before getting engaged, and they gradually develop affection for each other. Spending time with Swetcha helps Aravind get over his discomfort with girls.

After the engagement, Aravind has to travel to Mumbai for a project. On his way there, he meets Renuka "Renu", a joyful and unpredictable architecture student from Vijayawada, who leaves an impression on him but disappears as he reaches Mumbai. Having heard her speak of her strong belief in destiny, Aravind subconsciously starts believing in it too and he searches for Renuka in Mumbai. By coincidence, they meet again in Mumbai and she becomes Aravind's roommate along with some other friends.

As Aravind spends more and more time with Renu, he becomes infatuated with her. One night, they share a kiss. Later, she reveals that a boyfriend she used to have died in an accident. She confesses her feelings for Aravind, but abruptly vacates the apartment the next day. Confused, Aravind calls off the engagement with Swetcha, but has second thoughts and manages to convince her that it was meant as a prank. The next day, Swetcha surprises him in Mumbai and meets all of his friends. She enquires about Renu, but Aravind's friends skirt her questions. Later, however, she finds Renu in a restaurant, and they become friends.

Before returning, Swetcha reveals that she knows everything about Aravind and Renu, sees that he is bothered by this, and leaves. Back in Hyderabad, Aravind's father makes him see how the risk involved in making choices can be a positive force by telling him about a dilemma he faced in his youth. Realizing his mistake, Aravind makes a firm decision for the first time in his life and goes to Swetcha to apologize, but to no avail. He then meets Renu, confesses his feelings for Swetcha, and apologizes to Renu. Somewhat hurt, Renu encourages Aravind to propose to Swetcha.

The same night, Aravind goes to Swetcha's home to talk, but her mother informs him that Swetcha is leaving the city on a bus. Aravind and his father catch up with the bus, and Aravind apologizes to Swetcha and convinces her that he has overcome his indecision and chosen her. Swetcha slaps him, but then accepts his proposal. Aravind's father has a comical encounter with another passenger on the bus and invites him to his son's wedding. Aravind and Swetcha get married and live happily.[2][3]

Cast[edit | edit source]

Production[edit | edit source]

Vivek Athreya made his directorial debut with this film, in addition to writing the screenplay. The film was shot in Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Goa. Production was completed within the planned schedule of 40 days. The film was distributed in India by Suresh Productions.[4] The film was released in India on 24 November 2017; preview screenings were held for critics and select audiences a few days before the release.[5] Overseas, it was distributed by Freeze Frame Films LLC.

Soundtrack[edit | edit source]

Mental Madhilo
Film score by
Prashanth R Vihari
Released2017
Recorded2017
VenueChennai
StudioAM Studios
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length32:47
LabelMadhura Audio
ProducerPrashanth R Vihari
Prashanth R Vihari chronology
Vellipomakey
(2017) 		Mental Madhilo
(2017) 		Adhugo
(2018)
External audio
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Audio Jukebox at YouTube

The music was composed by Prashanth R Vihari. Producer Raj Kandukuri and actor Nani released the soundtrack's first song, "Gummadikaya Halwa" at SIIMA 2017.[6][7]

Track list
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Gummadikaya Halwa"Vivek AthreyaVedala Hemachandra, Prashanth R Vihari4:36
2."Oohale"Vivek AthreyaShakthisree Gopalan4:38
3."Manavi Alakinacharadate"Hasith Goli, Vivek AthreyaPradeep Kumar5:42
4."Edhola"Kittu VissapragadaLV Revanth, Ranjani Sivakumar4:17
5."Bagundayya Chandram"Hasith GoliDiwakar, Pranav Chaganty3:38
6."Chelliyo Chellako"Bhaskarabhatla, Palak KhatriYazin Nizar4:36
7."Malik Tere"SirasriNikhita Gandhi5:01
Total length:32:47

Reception[edit | edit source]

The film has garnered positive feedback from the audience and critics. Both Vishnu and Pethuraj received accolades for their performances.[8] On its opening weekend, the film drew a gross profit of ₹2.25 across domestic and international box offices.[9][10][11][12]

Awards[edit | edit source]

Award Category Recipient Result Ref
7th SIIMA Awards Best Debut Director Vivek Athreya Nominated [13]
Best Debut Actress Nivetha Pethuraj Nominated
Zee Apsara Awards 2018 Best Fresh Face of The Year Nivetha Pethuraj Won

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Keramulu, Karthik (24 November 2017). "'Mental Madhilo' Review: A fun romcom about a confused man". The News Minute.
  2. ↑ "Mental Madhilo Review {3.5/5}: Watch this movie if you're looking for something extremely laidback, beautiful and uncomplicated this weekend, you won't regret it!". indiatimes.com. Archived from the original on 11 April 2018. Retrieved 16 September 2018.
  3. ↑ Ej, Ejaz. "These Musings About "Mental Madhilo" Will Explain Why This Film Is A New Age Rom-Com!". chaibisket.com. Archived from the original on 2 March 2018. Retrieved 16 September 2018.
  4. ↑ "Suresh Babu Acquires Mental Madhilo". greatandhra.com. Archived from the original on 14 October 2017. Retrieved 16 September 2018.
  5. ↑ "Mental Madhilo Is Huge Hit Before Release". The Hans India. 21 November 2017. Retrieved 16 September 2018.
  6. ↑ "Nani Releases first lyrical video of Mental Madhilo - AP News Online". www.apnewsonline.in. Archived from the original on 4 July 2017. Retrieved 9 July 2017.
  7. ↑ "Mental Madhilo Release Date". Archived from the original on 1 December 2017.
  8. ↑ "Mental Madhilo movie review: Love trumps confusion in Vivek Athreya's sparkling debut". firstpost.com. 23 November 2017. Archived from the original on 25 March 2018. Retrieved 16 September 2018.
  9. ↑ "How Is Mental Madhilo A Profitable Venture?". gulte.com. Archived from the original on 3 January 2018. Retrieved 16 September 2018.
  10. ↑ Mental Madhilo The Movie (25 June 2017). "A Glimpse of Mental Madhilo - Sree Vishnu - Nivetha Pethuraj - Raj Kandukuri - Vivek Athreya". Archived from the original on 9 July 2017. Retrieved 9 July 2017 – via YouTube.
  11. ↑ "Mental Madhilo Overseas by Freeze Frame Films - idlebrain.com". www.idlebrain.com. Archived from the original on 7 July 2017. Retrieved 9 July 2017.
  12. ↑ "Teaser Talk: Only Confusion". Archived from the original on 14 July 2017. Retrieved 9 July 2017.
  13. ↑ "Nominations list for the SIIMA 2017 announced!". Sify.com. Archived from the original on 5 June 2017.

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