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'''''Lakshmi Narasimha''''' is a 2004 Indian [[Telugu language|Telugu]]-language [[action film]] produced by [[Bellamkonda Suresh]] on Sri Sai Ganesh Productions banner and directed by [[Jayanth C. Paranjee]]. Starring [[Nandamuri Balakrishna]], [[Asin]] and [[Prakash Raj]], with music composed by [[Mani Sharma]]. The film was released on January 14, 2004, to positive reviews and declared | '''''Lakshmi Narasimha''''' is a 2004 Indian [[Telugu language|Telugu]]-language [[action film]] produced by [[Bellamkonda Suresh]] on Sri Sai Ganesh Productions banner and directed by [[Jayanth C. Paranjee]]. Starring [[Nandamuri Balakrishna]], [[Asin]] and [[Prakash Raj]], [[Rao Ramesh]], with music composed by [[Mani Sharma]]. The film was released on January 14, 2004, to positive reviews and was declared a hit. The film is a remake of the 2003, [[Tamil language|Tamil]] Movie ''[[Saamy]]''.<ref name="swamy">{{cite web|title='Lakshmi Narasimha' ahead!|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/lakshmi-narasimha-ahead-news-telugu-kkfvNPjejia.html|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121020105658/http://www.sify.com/movies/lakshmi-narasimha-ahead-news-telugu-kkfvNPjejia.html|url-status=dead|archive-date=20 October 2012|website=[[Sify]]|accessdate=14 February 2017|date=17 January 2004}}</ref> The film was later dubbed into [[Hindi language|Hindi]] as ''IPS Narasimha'' in 2010 by [[Aditya Music]]. Despite having an [[Saamy|original Tamil version]], the film was dubbed into the same language as ''Latchmi Narasimman'' in 2021. The film was also re-released in 4K on June 8th 2025. | ||
The film | ==Plot== | ||
The film begins in Vijayawada, a city plagued by the rule of the demonic leader Dharmabhiksham, who has brought crime and corruption to the region. [[Deputy commissioner of police (India)|DCP]] Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, a stout-hearted cop, lands in the city and makes rules of his own. He commands the sub-ordinates to do whatever they wish, stipulating no harm to the public, ruthlessly forsakes anyone, and arrests the thugs. In his administration, law & order are in shape, and people are safe & sound. Following this, Dharmabhiksham invites and warns him about his transfer because he forbears the bribe. Surprisingly, Swamy agrees to do so, by the terms & conditions Dharmabhiksham accepts. | |||
Once, Swamy is acquainted with a pure college-going girl, Rukmini, who is searching for a home. Rukmini misconstrues him as a thief but ensues the reality and regrets. After a series of frequent rendezvous, they turn to love. In the interim, at Dharmabhiksham's gas station, his goons assault the citizens for questioning that they are pouring less petrol. So, Swamy raids and seals it when Dharmabhiksham mortifies him as his suborner. Listening to it, Rukmini loathes him as she averses corruption when he divulges his past. | |||
After completing his [[Indian Police Service|IPS]], Swamy takes charge and apprehends honorable-seeking criminals led by Dharmabhiksham. Hence, he launches onslaughts that cost Swamy's sister and many natives of his village. It leads to Swamy's dismissal with false allegations, but his father regains his post with hush money and asks him to be on duty to rehabilitate ruined villagers. That's why he is taking bribes, of which Dharmabhiksham is unaware. Then, Rukmini comprehends his virtue, and the elders fix their alliance. | |||
Meanwhile, on the eve of the festival, the ruling party calls for a strike when the retail vendors plead with Swamy to provide security. He holds the responsibility and hinders the shuts of Dharmabhiksham, which calls off the protest—subsequently, enraged Dharmabhiksham, waiting for a shot, cabals while wedlock of Swamy and detonates the market. Being conscious of the brutality, Swamy counterattacks, so he receives transfers and must be relieved with 1-week from the city. Here, Swamy challenges Dharmabhiksham, saying it's sufficient to collapse his dynasty. Moreover, he triumphs in it with his several enforcement tactics. | |||
As of today, Dharmabhiksham ruses by planting a bomb at Swamy's residence. Knowing it, Swamy sends Rukmini to his hometown, but unfortunately, his father swaps and dies in the blast. Now incensed, Swamy accumulates all the evidence against Dharmabhiksham and takes an arrest warrant against him. Despite the hindering of the authorities & ministers, he moves to seize him. After a vast hunt, Swamy catches hold of Dharmabhiksham when he prepares to surrender and scoffs at him. At last, Swamy encounters him and secretly burns his corpse, leaving him as a missing case for absconding riots, revenge, & public harm. Finally, the movie ends with Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy proceeding further constraint to his duty. | |||
==Cast== | ==Cast== | ||
{{ | {{cast listing| | ||
* [[Nandamuri Balakrishna]] as DCP Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy | * [[Nandamuri Balakrishna]] as DCP Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy | ||
* [[Asin]] as Rukhmini | * [[Asin]] as Rukhmini, Lakshmi Narasimha’s Wife (Voice Dubbed by Sunitha) | ||
* [[Prakash Raj]] as Dharma Bhiksham | * [[Prakash Raj]] as Dharma Rao Alias Dharma Bhiksham | ||
* [[K. Viswanath]] as Lakshmi Narasimha's father | * [[K. Viswanath]] as Ramachandraiah, Lakshmi Narasimha's father | ||
* [[Sunil (actor)|Sunil]] as Raj | * [[Nadhiya]] as Prabhavati, Lakshmi Narasimha's mother | ||
* [[Brahmanandam]] as Ramakrishna, Lakshmi Narasimha's friend | |||
* [[Sunil (actor)|Sunil]] as Raj, Lakshmi Narasimha’s friend | |||
* [[Rao Ramesh]] as Sisupala, Lakshmi Narasimha’s brother in law | |||
* [[Krishna Bhagavan]] as Akuvakkala Ananda Rao | * [[Krishna Bhagavan]] as Akuvakkala Ananda Rao | ||
* [[Murali Mohan]] | * [[Murali Mohan]] as Bhavani Prasad | ||
* [[Duvvasi Mohan]] | * [[Duvvasi Mohan]] as Duvvasi | ||
* [[Ahuti Prasad]] as Police Commissioner | * [[Ahuti Prasad]] as Police Commissioner | ||
* [[Narra Venkateswara Rao]] | * [[Narra Venkateswara Rao]] as Venkayya | ||
* [[Paruchuri Brothers|Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao]] | * [[Paruchuri Brothers|Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao]] as Venkatachalam, Rukhmini's father | ||
* [[Mallikarjuna Rao (actor)|Mallikarjuna Rao]] | * [[Chandra Mohan (Telugu actor)|Chandra Mohan]] as Chandram | ||
* [[Raghu Babu]] | * [[Mallikarjuna Rao (actor)|Mallikarjuna Rao]] as Ram Murthy | ||
* [[Sudha (Telugu actress)|Sudha]] | * [[Mukesh Rishi]] as Dhanraj, Lakshmi Narasimha's friend father | ||
* [[M. S. Narayana]] | * [[Geetha (actress)|Geetha]] as Janaki, Lakshmi Narasimha's friend mother | ||
* [[Lakshmipati]] | * [[Raghu Babu]] as Raghu, Dharma Biksham's henchmen | ||
* [[L. B. Sriram]] | * [[Gundu Sudarshan]] as Gundu | ||
* [[Fish Venkat]] | * [[Sudha (Telugu actress)|Sudha]] as Amrutham, Rukhmini's mother | ||
* Vallabhaneni Janardhan | * [[M. S. Narayana]] as Narayana, Raj's friend | ||
* [[Chittajalu Lakshmipati]] as Lakshmipati, Dharma Biksham's brother-in-law | |||
* [[L. B. Sriram]] as Sriram, Raj's friend | |||
* [[Fish Venkat]] as Dharma, Bhiksham's henchman | |||
* [[Vallabhaneni Janardhan]] | |||
* Thotapalli Madhu | * Thotapalli Madhu | ||
* Prasanna Kumar | * Prasanna Kumar | ||
* Naveen | * Naveen | ||
* Prabhu | * Prabhu | ||
* Ratna Sagar | * Ratna Sagar | ||
* Ashalata | * Ashalata | ||
* Lata Chowdary | * Lata Chowdary | ||
* Vimala Sri | * Vimala Sri | ||
* [[Karate Kalyani]] | * [[Karate Kalyani]] as a prostitute | ||
* [[Rakshitha]] as an [[item number]] | * [[Rakshita|Rakshitha]] as an [[item number]] | ||
}} | |||
==Soundtrack== | ==Soundtrack== | ||
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}} | }} | ||
The music was composed by [[Mani Sharma]], and was released on 25 December 2003 by Supreme Music Company. | The music was composed by [[Mani Sharma]], and was released on 25 December 2003 by Supreme Music Company. "Devunne Pilichavante" is based on "Old Model Laila" from the Tamil film ''[[Youth (2002 film)|Youth]]''. | ||
{{Track listing | {{Track listing | ||
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| title4 = Marumalli Jabilli | | title4 = Marumalli Jabilli | ||
| lyrics4 = Chandrabose | | lyrics4 = Chandrabose | ||
| extra4 = Shankar Mahadevan, Muralidhar | | extra4 = [[Shankar Mahadevan]], [[Sravana Bhargavi]], Muralidhar | ||
| length4 = 5:24 | | length4 = 5:24 | ||
| title5 = Pappesuko Charesuko | | title5 = Pappesuko Charesuko | ||
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==Reception== | ==Reception== | ||
Local review site Idlebrain rated the film three and a half stars and noted, " | Local review site Idlebrain rated the film three and a half stars and noted, "First half of the film is entertaining. Second half is OK. The interval bang is smooth. The flashback episode should have had more punch. The second half is heavily loaded with mass elements. The duration of film should be trimmed by a good 30 minutes to make the film more crisp. Bala Krishna's terrific performance is going to be the biggest strength of the film."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.idlebrain.com/movie/archive/mr-lakshminarasimha.html |title=Telugu cinema Review - Lakshminarasimha - Bala Krishna, Asin - Jayant C Paranji |publisher=Idlebrain.com |date=2004-01-14 |accessdate=2012-08-04}}</ref> [[Sify]] movies stated "Lakshmi Narasimha, the police story is being appreciated for its story, presentation and heroism of Balakrishna, the hero. It has taken a fantastic opening all over and is expected to be a long distance winner".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/lakshmi-narasimha-ahead-news-telugu-kkfvNPjejia.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121020105658/http://www.sify.com/movies/lakshmi-narasimha-ahead-news-telugu-kkfvNPjejia.html |url-status=dead |archive-date=2012-10-20 |title='Lakshmi Narasimha' ahead! |website=[[Sify]] |date=2004-01-17 |accessdate=2012-08-04}}</ref> Harikrishna of ''Telugu cinema'' wrote "The movie is worth watching for Balakrishna’s extraordinary performance and Jayanth’s direction".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.telugufilmserver.com/ln_moviereview_jan17.shtml|title=Laxmi Narasimha - Movie Review|website=Telugu Cinema|access-date=2 August 2025|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040210212110/http://www.telugufilmserver.com/ln_moviereview_jan17.shtml|archive-date=10 February 2004|last=Harikrishna}}</ref> | ||
==Controversy== | ==Controversy== | ||
Balakrishna was involved in a shooting controversy. The incident took place on 3 June 2004 around 20:50 hrs at his residence in [[Jubilee Hills]], [[Hyderabad, India|Hyderabad]]. The actor has fired shots at the producer B.Suresh and his associate, Satyanarayana Chowdhary. Later both the wounded were admitted into Apollo hospital.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.hindu.com/2004/06/04/stories/2004060415551100.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040813145048/http://www.hindu.com/2004/06/04/stories/2004060415551100.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=13 August 2004|title=Actor 'fires at' producer|accessdate=4 Jun 2004|location=Chennai, India|work=[[The Hindu]]|date=4 June 2004}}</ref> The circumstances under which the case was handled led to much controversy as purported by the Human Right Forum (HRF). The HRF has questioned the authenticity of the people who handled the case, and the circumstances under which the actor was shielded from police by giving refuge in the CARE Hospital | Balakrishna was involved in a shooting controversy. The incident took place on 3 June 2004 around 20:50 hrs at his residence in [[Jubilee Hills]], [[Hyderabad, India|Hyderabad]]. The actor has fired shots at the producer B.Suresh and his associate, Satyanarayana Chowdhary. Later both the wounded were admitted into Apollo hospital.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.hindu.com/2004/06/04/stories/2004060415551100.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040813145048/http://www.hindu.com/2004/06/04/stories/2004060415551100.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=13 August 2004|title=Actor 'fires at' producer|accessdate=4 Jun 2004|location=Chennai, India|work=[[The Hindu]]|date=4 June 2004}}</ref> The circumstances under which the case was handled led to much controversy as purported by the Human Right Forum (HRF). The HRF has questioned the authenticity of the people who handled the case, and the circumstances under which the actor was shielded from police by giving refuge in the CARE Hospital without any justifiable cause.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hinduonnet.com/2004/06/19/stories/2004061909050400.htm|title=Delay in action against Balakrishna deplored|work=The Hindu|accessdate=19 Jun 2004|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110304145811/http://www.hinduonnet.com/2004/06/19/stories/2004061909050400.htm|archive-date=4 March 2011|url-status=usurped}}</ref> | ||
The two victims have given statements before the magistrate alleging that the actor has fired shots at them during their treatment in the hospital, but soon they were retracted and made volte-face of their earlier statements.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=227112|title=Suresh retracts from his statement, says he adores Balakrishna|publisher=Outlook|accessdate=8 Jun 2004|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20041106041720/http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=227112|archivedate=6 November 2004|df=dmy-all}}</ref> The actor was arrested later on 6 June at around 3:30 AM and produced before fifth Metropolitan Magistrate. A show cause notice was also served on Bala Krishna's wife Vasundhara Devi as the weapon used was licensed under her name, and she could not give sufficient protection to her licensed weapon. But later, the actor was granted bail.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=226655|title=Balakrishna arrested, readmitted to hospital|publisher=Outlook|accessdate=6 Jun 2004|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20041106041639/http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=226655|archivedate=6 November 2004|df=dmy-all}}</ref> | The two victims have given statements before the magistrate alleging that the actor has fired shots at them during their treatment in the hospital, but soon they were retracted and made volte-face of their earlier statements.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=227112|title=Suresh retracts from his statement, says he adores Balakrishna|publisher=Outlook|accessdate=8 Jun 2004|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20041106041720/http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=227112|archivedate=6 November 2004|df=dmy-all}}</ref> The actor was arrested later on 6 June at around 3:30 AM and produced before fifth Metropolitan Magistrate. A show cause notice was also served on Bala Krishna's wife Vasundhara Devi as the weapon used was licensed under her name, and she could not give sufficient protection to her licensed weapon. But later, the actor was granted bail.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=226655|title=Balakrishna arrested, readmitted to hospital|publisher=Outlook|accessdate=6 Jun 2004|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20041106041639/http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=226655|archivedate=6 November 2004|df=dmy-all}}</ref> | ||
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[[Category:Telugu remakes of Tamil films]] | [[Category:Telugu remakes of Tamil films]] | ||
[[Category:Films scored by Mani Sharma]] | [[Category:Films scored by Mani Sharma]] | ||
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[[Category:Fictional Indian police officers]] | [[Category:Fictional Indian police officers]] | ||
The film is a remake of the 2003 Tamil movie, Saamy. | |||
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| Lakshmi Narasimha | |
|---|---|
 Movie Poster | |
| Directed by | Jayanth C. Paranjee |
| Produced by | Bellamkonda Suresh |
| Written by | Paruchuri Brothers (dialogues) |
| Screenplay by | Jayanth C. Paranjee |
| Story by | Hari |
| Based on | Saamy (Tamil) |
| Starring | Nandamuri Balakrishna Asin Prakash Raj |
| Music by | Mani Sharma |
| Cinematography | K. Prasad |
| Edited by | Marthand K. Venkatesh |
Production company | Sri Sai Ganesh Productions |
Release date |
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Running time | 185 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Budget | ₹10 Crore[1] |
| Box office | ₹16 crore distributors' share[2] |
Lakshmi Narasimha is a 2004 Indian Telugu-language action film produced by Bellamkonda Suresh on Sri Sai Ganesh Productions banner and directed by Jayanth C. Paranjee. Starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Asin and Prakash Raj, Rao Ramesh, with music composed by Mani Sharma. The film was released on January 14, 2004, to positive reviews and was declared a hit. The film is a remake of the 2003, Tamil Movie Saamy.[3] The film was later dubbed into Hindi as IPS Narasimha in 2010 by Aditya Music. Despite having an original Tamil version, the film was dubbed into the same language as Latchmi Narasimman in 2021. The film was also re-released in 4K on June 8th 2025.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The film begins in Vijayawada, a city plagued by the rule of the demonic leader Dharmabhiksham, who has brought crime and corruption to the region. DCP Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, a stout-hearted cop, lands in the city and makes rules of his own. He commands the sub-ordinates to do whatever they wish, stipulating no harm to the public, ruthlessly forsakes anyone, and arrests the thugs. In his administration, law & order are in shape, and people are safe & sound. Following this, Dharmabhiksham invites and warns him about his transfer because he forbears the bribe. Surprisingly, Swamy agrees to do so, by the terms & conditions Dharmabhiksham accepts.
Once, Swamy is acquainted with a pure college-going girl, Rukmini, who is searching for a home. Rukmini misconstrues him as a thief but ensues the reality and regrets. After a series of frequent rendezvous, they turn to love. In the interim, at Dharmabhiksham's gas station, his goons assault the citizens for questioning that they are pouring less petrol. So, Swamy raids and seals it when Dharmabhiksham mortifies him as his suborner. Listening to it, Rukmini loathes him as she averses corruption when he divulges his past.
After completing his IPS, Swamy takes charge and apprehends honorable-seeking criminals led by Dharmabhiksham. Hence, he launches onslaughts that cost Swamy's sister and many natives of his village. It leads to Swamy's dismissal with false allegations, but his father regains his post with hush money and asks him to be on duty to rehabilitate ruined villagers. That's why he is taking bribes, of which Dharmabhiksham is unaware. Then, Rukmini comprehends his virtue, and the elders fix their alliance.
Meanwhile, on the eve of the festival, the ruling party calls for a strike when the retail vendors plead with Swamy to provide security. He holds the responsibility and hinders the shuts of Dharmabhiksham, which calls off the protest—subsequently, enraged Dharmabhiksham, waiting for a shot, cabals while wedlock of Swamy and detonates the market. Being conscious of the brutality, Swamy counterattacks, so he receives transfers and must be relieved with 1-week from the city. Here, Swamy challenges Dharmabhiksham, saying it's sufficient to collapse his dynasty. Moreover, he triumphs in it with his several enforcement tactics.
As of today, Dharmabhiksham ruses by planting a bomb at Swamy's residence. Knowing it, Swamy sends Rukmini to his hometown, but unfortunately, his father swaps and dies in the blast. Now incensed, Swamy accumulates all the evidence against Dharmabhiksham and takes an arrest warrant against him. Despite the hindering of the authorities & ministers, he moves to seize him. After a vast hunt, Swamy catches hold of Dharmabhiksham when he prepares to surrender and scoffs at him. At last, Swamy encounters him and secretly burns his corpse, leaving him as a missing case for absconding riots, revenge, & public harm. Finally, the movie ends with Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy proceeding further constraint to his duty.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Nandamuri Balakrishna as DCP Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy
- Asin as Rukhmini, Lakshmi Narasimha’s Wife (Voice Dubbed by Sunitha)
- Prakash Raj as Dharma Rao Alias Dharma Bhiksham
- K. Viswanath as Ramachandraiah, Lakshmi Narasimha's father
- Nadhiya as Prabhavati, Lakshmi Narasimha's mother
- Brahmanandam as Ramakrishna, Lakshmi Narasimha's friend
- Sunil as Raj, Lakshmi Narasimha’s friend
- Rao Ramesh as Sisupala, Lakshmi Narasimha’s brother in law
- Krishna Bhagavan as Akuvakkala Ananda Rao
- Murali Mohan as Bhavani Prasad
- Duvvasi Mohan as Duvvasi
- Ahuti Prasad as Police Commissioner
- Narra Venkateswara Rao as Venkayya
- Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao as Venkatachalam, Rukhmini's father
- Chandra Mohan as Chandram
- Mallikarjuna Rao as Ram Murthy
- Mukesh Rishi as Dhanraj, Lakshmi Narasimha's friend father
- Geetha as Janaki, Lakshmi Narasimha's friend mother
- Raghu Babu as Raghu, Dharma Biksham's henchmen
- Gundu Sudarshan as Gundu
- Sudha as Amrutham, Rukhmini's mother
- M. S. Narayana as Narayana, Raj's friend
- Chittajalu Lakshmipati as Lakshmipati, Dharma Biksham's brother-in-law
- L. B. Sriram as Sriram, Raj's friend
- Fish Venkat as Dharma, Bhiksham's henchman
- Vallabhaneni Janardhan
- Thotapalli Madhu
- Prasanna Kumar
- Naveen
- Prabhu
- Ratna Sagar
- Ashalata
- Lata Chowdary
- Vimala Sri
- Karate Kalyani as a prostitute
- Rakshitha as an item number
Soundtrack[edit | edit source]
| Lakshmi Narasimha | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Film score by | ||||
| Released | 25 December 2003 | |||
| Genre | Soundtrack | |||
| Length | 32:32 | |||
| Label | Supreme Music | |||
| Producer | Mani Sharma | |||
| Mani Sharma chronology | ||||
| ||||
The music was composed by Mani Sharma, and was released on 25 December 2003 by Supreme Music Company. "Devunne Pilichavante" is based on "Old Model Laila" from the Tamil film Youth.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Devunne Pilichavante" | Chandrabose | Shankar Mahadevan | 5:43 |
| 2. | "Andamlo Andhrakosta" | Veturi | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Shreya Ghoshal | 5:32 |
| 3. | "Jadathoti Kodithe" | Chandrabose | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Sujatha | 5:44 |
| 4. | "Marumalli Jabilli" | Chandrabose | Shankar Mahadevan, Sravana Bhargavi, Muralidhar | 5:24 |
| 5. | "Pappesuko Charesuko" | Chandrabose | Mallikarjun, Mahalakshmi Iyer | 4:23 |
| 6. | "Naathoti Neeku Panundi" | Chandrabose | Karthik, Mahalakshmi Iyer | 5:44 |
| Total length: | 32:32 | |||
Reception[edit | edit source]
Local review site Idlebrain rated the film three and a half stars and noted, "First half of the film is entertaining. Second half is OK. The interval bang is smooth. The flashback episode should have had more punch. The second half is heavily loaded with mass elements. The duration of film should be trimmed by a good 30 minutes to make the film more crisp. Bala Krishna's terrific performance is going to be the biggest strength of the film."[4] Sify movies stated "Lakshmi Narasimha, the police story is being appreciated for its story, presentation and heroism of Balakrishna, the hero. It has taken a fantastic opening all over and is expected to be a long distance winner".[5] Harikrishna of Telugu cinema wrote "The movie is worth watching for Balakrishna’s extraordinary performance and Jayanth’s direction".[6]
Controversy[edit | edit source]
Balakrishna was involved in a shooting controversy. The incident took place on 3 June 2004 around 20:50 hrs at his residence in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. The actor has fired shots at the producer B.Suresh and his associate, Satyanarayana Chowdhary. Later both the wounded were admitted into Apollo hospital.[7] The circumstances under which the case was handled led to much controversy as purported by the Human Right Forum (HRF). The HRF has questioned the authenticity of the people who handled the case, and the circumstances under which the actor was shielded from police by giving refuge in the CARE Hospital without any justifiable cause.[8]
The two victims have given statements before the magistrate alleging that the actor has fired shots at them during their treatment in the hospital, but soon they were retracted and made volte-face of their earlier statements.[9] The actor was arrested later on 6 June at around 3:30 AM and produced before fifth Metropolitan Magistrate. A show cause notice was also served on Bala Krishna's wife Vasundhara Devi as the weapon used was licensed under her name, and she could not give sufficient protection to her licensed weapon. But later, the actor was granted bail.[10]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "When Tollywood tunes didn't mesmerise box-office". Business Standard India. 1 January 2005. Archived from the original on 12 March 2013. Retrieved 18 July 2022.
- ↑ "Tollywood Top 10 Box Office Collection Movies In 2004". T2BLive. 19 February 2019. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
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The film is a remake of the 2003 Tamil movie, Saamy.