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Gautamiputra Satakarni(2017)

7.7/10
Telugu135 mins

Gautamiputra Satakarni (2017) is a 135-minute Telugu film directed by Krish. Starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Shriya Saran and Kabir Bedi. With an audience rating of 7.7/10 and a blockbuster verdict at the box office, Gautamiputra Satakarni stands as one of the notable Telugu releases of 2017.

Director:Krish
Mood:
darkemotionalinspiring

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Hotstar
OTT Release Date
13 March 2017
Theatrical Release
12 January 2017
Director
Krish
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 15m
GudVibe Rating
7.7/10

Storyline

A king faces challenges when he tries to convince his wife that their son must become a warrior and defeat their enemies. He believes it is the boy's destiny to fight in battles.

A king's son must fight. A father must convince his mother.

Film Details

7.7Rating
135Minutes
TeluguLanguage
Release Date12 January 2017
Also Known AsGautamiputra Shatakarni

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalinspiring
Themes
identityfamilysurvivaljustice
Toneintense
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's director, Krish, spent over two years researching the Satavahana dynasty before writing the script.
  • Lead actor Balakrishna performed most of his own stunts, including a dangerous chariot sequence.
  • The movie was shot in extreme desert locations of Rajasthan, with temperatures reaching 50°C (122°F).
  • It was the first Indian film to release in the 4DX format, which includes motion seats and environmental effects.
  • The war scenes used over 1,000 junior artists and 200 horses to recreate large-scale battles.
  • A special 'blood rain' effect was created using safe, colored liquid during a key emotional scene.
  • The film's climax was inspired by historical accounts of Satakarni's conflict with the Saka ruler Nahapana.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Gautamiputra Satakarni

Frequently Asked Questions