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Babu Bangaram(2016)

6.2/10
Telugu150 mins

Babu Bangaram is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film directed by Maruthi. It stars Venkatesh and Nayanthara in lead roles. The story follows ACP Krishna, a kind-hearted police officer who falls in love with Sailaja, a woman who despises the police. Krishna hides his identity to win her trust while secretly hunting for her father, who is wanted for murder. The film blends romance, comedy, and action with a emotional family drama. It received mixed to positive reviews and was a commercial success, grossing over ₹51 crore. The film was released worldwide on 12 August 2016.

Director:Maruthi
Mood:
funnyemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video
Theatrical Release
12 August 2016
Director
Maruthi
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 30m
Rating
6.2/10

Storyline

ACP Krishna, a compassionate police officer, falls in love with Sailaja at first sight. But Sailaja hates the police because her father is a wanted fugitive. To win her heart, Krishna hides his identity and pretends to be a common man. As he gets closer to her, he discovers a dangerous conspiracy involving corruption, betrayal, and a missing pen drive that could destroy powerful criminals.

The Boy is Pure Gold.

Film Details

6.2Rating
150Minutes
TeluguLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date12 August 2016
Also Known AsSelvi

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnyemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
lovefamilyjusticerevenge
Toneintense
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Babu Bangaram' is a playful nickname for the hero, meaning 'Golden Boy' in Telugu.
  • Director Maruthi Dasari is known for comedy films, but this movie marked his shift into a more action-oriented genre.
  • Actress Nayanthara was initially considered for the female lead role before Kajal Aggarwal was finalized.
  • The movie's climax was shot in a specially constructed large set to depict the villain's hideout.
  • It features a cameo appearance by actor Sampath Raj in a key supporting role as a police officer.
  • The soundtrack includes a song composed by Devi Sri Prasad that became popular at wedding receptions.
  • Despite mixed reviews, the film performed moderately well at the box office in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

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