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Nee Jathaleka(2016)

5.5/10
Telugu126 mins

Nee Jathaleka is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama film directed by Lawerence Dasari. The film stars Naga Shaurya, Parul Gulati, and Sarayu in lead roles. The story follows Abhi, a college student who falls in love with Shirley, but his feelings are not returned. The film explores the pain of one-sided love and the journey of letting go. The music was composed by Swaraj Jedidiah, with songs shot in Bangkok and Hyderabad. The film was released on October 1, 2016, after a delay from its original August date. Critics gave mixed to negative reviews, citing an outdated storyline and slow narration.

Filmed In:Bangkok, Hyderabad
Mood:
emotionalfunnyuplifting
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Aha
Theatrical Release
1 October 2016
Director
Lawrence Dasari
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 6m
Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

Abhi is a college student who falls deeply in love with Shirley. But Shirley only sees him as a friend. He confesses his love, but she rejects him. Despite his pain, Abhi stays by her side. Will Shirley ever love him back? Or will Abhi have to learn to live without her?

A love that was never meant to be.

Film Details

5.5Rating
126Minutes
TeluguLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 October 2016
Filmed InBangkok, Hyderabad

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Themes
lovefriendshipidentityfamily
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film is a remake of the 2014 Kannada movie 'Simple Agi Ondh Love Story', directed by Suni.
  • This was the only Telugu film directed by Lawrence Dasari, who primarily worked as an assistant director on other projects.
  • Actress Nandita Swetha, who played the female lead, was a popular model and former Miss Chennai before entering films.
  • The movie's soundtrack was composed by Anup Rubens, known for hit albums in films like 'Kotha Bangaru Lokam'.
  • Despite its romantic plot, the film performed poorly at the box office and received mixed reviews from critics.
  • A key song in the film, 'Neeve Neeve', was shot in scenic locations around Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam.
  • The story's premise of swapping partners to make an ex jealous sparked discussions about modern relationship ethics in Telugu cinema.

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