| Pailam Pilaga | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Anand Gurram |
| Produced by | Rama Krishna Boddula SK Srinivas |
| Written by | Anand Gurram |
| Starring | Sai Teja Kalvakota Pavani Karanam Mirchi Kiran |
| Music by | Yashwanth Nag |
| Cinematography | Sandeep Baddula |
| Edited by | Ravi Teja Kurmana |
Production company | Happy Horse Films |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Pailam Pilaga (transl. "Take care, boy") is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language comedy-drama film directed by Anand Gurram and produced by Ramakrishna Boddula and Srinivas SK under the banner of Happy Horse Films. The film stars Sai Teja Kalvakota, Pavani Karanam, and Mirchi Kiran in the lead roles, with a supporting cast including Dubbing Janaki, Chitram Srinu, and BHEL Prasad.
Plot[edit | edit source]
Set in the rural village of Kothula Gutta, the story revolves around Shiva, a young man with aspirations that extend far beyond his small-town life. As he embarks on a journey to secure a job and fulfill his ambitions, the film explores whether Shiva will ultimately succeed in overcoming the challenges he faces along the way.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Sai Teja Kalvakota as Shiva
- Pavani Karanam as Devi
- Mirchi Kiran as Village Sarpanch
- Dubbing Janaki as Grandmother
- Chitram Srinu as Murthy
- BHEL Prasad as Shiva's Father
- Jaya Naidu as Shiva's Mother
Production[edit | edit source]
The film was directed by Anand Gurram and produced by Ramakrishna Boddula and SK Srinivas under the banner of Happy Horse Films. Sandeep Baddula served as the director of photography (DOP), and Yashwanth Nag composed the music. Filming took place in mid-2023 in the villages around Karimnagar, Telangana, and concluded within two months. The film's editing was handled by Ravi Teja Kurmana, with additional support from Shailesh Darekar. Sound design was done by Rabeesh Edavottom and Nikhil Sebastian, while the costume design was managed by Harika Potta.[2]
Soundtrack[edit | edit source]
The film's soundtrack was composed by Yashwanth Nag. The audio rights were acquired by T-Series, and the first single was launched in Hyderabad by director Sekhar Kammula.
Release and reception[edit | edit source]
Pailam Pilaga was released worldwide on 20 September 2024.[3] The Hans India rated the film 3/5 and NTV Telugu rated the film 2.5/5.[4][5][6]
Home media[edit | edit source]
Pailam Pilaga streamed on ETV Win from 10 October 2024.[7]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Pailam Pilaga set to Relese [sic] on September 20th". TFJA. 18 September 2024.
- ↑ "Director Harish Shankar Unveils the Teaser of 'Pailam Pilaga'". Telugu Times - USA NRI Telugu News Telugu News Papers In USA. Archived from the original on 24 September 2024. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ↑ "'పైలం పిలగా' రిలీజ్ డేట్ ఫిక్స్ | pailam pilaga movie Release Date out | Sakshi". sakshi.com (in తెలుగు). Archived from the original on 22 September 2024. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
- ↑ Sistu, Suhas (20 September 2024). "'Pailam Pilaga' review: Entertainment intertwined with meaningful themes". thehansindia.com.
- ↑ Telugu, ntv (20 September 2024). "Pailam Pilaga Review: పైలం పిలగా రివ్యూ". NTV Telugu.
- ↑ "'పైలం పిలగా' మూవీ రివ్యూ | Pailam Pilaga Movie Review And Rating | Sakshi". sakshi.com.
- ↑ "Pailam Pilaga OTT release date: When, where to watch the Sai Teja film". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 1 October 2024. Retrieved 3 October 2024.
