Bandipotu(2015)
Bandipotu is a 2015 Indian Telugu-language heist comedy film directed by Mohan Krishna Indraganti. It stars Allari Naresh as Vishwa, a principled con man, and Eesha Rebba as Jahnavi. The supporting cast includes Srinivas Avasarala, Tanikella Bharani, Posani Krishna Murali, and Sampoornesh Babu. The story follows Vishwa as he agrees to con three corrupt businessmen who ruined Jahnavi's father. The film uses clever cons and hidden cameras to deliver justice. It received mixed to positive reviews from critics. The music was composed by Kalyani Koduri. The film was released on 20 February 2015 under the EVV Cinema banner.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 20 February 2015
- Director
- Mohan Krishna Indraganti
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
A slick con man who only steals from corrupt rich people is approached by a woman seeking revenge. She wants him to con three businessmen who framed her father and stole from the poor. He agrees and plans three elaborate tricks to make them pay.
“Stealing from thieves is justice.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Bandipotu
Cast reunions in this film: Tanikella Bharani & Raghu Babu (32 films together), Raghu Babu & Posani Krishna Murali (23 films together), Tanikella Bharani & Rao Ramesh (21 films together), Rao Ramesh & Posani Krishna Murali (21 films together), Tanikella Bharani & Posani Krishna Murali (17 films together), and Tanikella Bharani & Chandramohan (12 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Bandipotu' means 'when I saw' in Telugu, hinting at the protagonist's perspective.
- Director Mohana Krishna Indraganti is known for subtle social commentary, which is present in this film's con artist plot.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Hyderabad, including at Ramoji Film City.
- It features a cameo by actor Sampath Raj in a supporting role as one of the targets.
- The soundtrack was composed by Kalyani Malik, marking one of his few Telugu film projects.
- Despite being a thriller-comedy, the film underperformed at the box office upon release.
- Some scenes were filmed at real-life locations like the Hyderabad Public School to add authenticity.
