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Mahanati(2018)

7.6/10
Tamil177 mins

Mahanati is a 2018 Indian Telugu-language biographical drama film. It is written and directed by Nag Ashwin. The film stars Keerthy Suresh as the legendary actress Savitri. Dulquer Salmaan plays her husband, Gemini Ganesan. Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Vijay Deverakonda play supporting roles. The plot follows Savitri's life from her childhood in Vijayawada to her rise as a superstar. It depicts her turbulent marriage and her subsequent fall from grace due to alcoholism. The story is framed through the perspective of a journalist and a photographer. The film won three National Film Awards, including Best Actress for Keerthy Suresh. It was a critical and commercial success, grossing over ₹83 crore worldwide. Mahanati was screened at the International Film Festival of India and the Shanghai International Film Festival. It is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

Director:Nag Ashwin
Filmed In:Hyderabad, Palakollu, Bangalore, Chennai, Mysore, Delhi
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Amazon Prime Video
OTT Release Date
9 May 2018
Theatrical Release
11 May 2018
Director
Nag Ashwin
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 57m
Rating
7.6/10

Storyline

A journalist and a photographer investigate the life of Savitri, a legendary actress in a coma. They uncover her journey from a poor dancer to a superstar. They also learn about her painful marriage to Gemini Ganesan. Her story of love, fame, and addiction unfolds through their research.

The rise and fall of a legend.

Film Details

7.6Rating
177Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date11 May 2018
Filmed InHyderabad, Palakollu, Bangalore, Chennai, Mysore, Delhi

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Mahanati

Cast reunions in this film: Prakash Raj & Samantha Akkineni (7 films together), Samantha Akkineni & Akkineni Naga Chaitanya (4 films together), Samantha Akkineni & Mickey J Meyer (4 films together), Dulquer Salman & Prakash Raj (3 films together), Prakash Raj & Mickey J Meyer (3 films together), and Prakash Raj & Krish (2 films together).

Trivia

  • Released May 9, 2018, directed by Nag Ashwin
  • Featured Keerthy Suresh in an acclaimed biographical role
  • Won multiple National Film Awards and critical praise
  • Celebrated for historical accuracy and powerful performances
  • Achieved recognition as one of year finest films

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