Aakathayi(2017)
Aakathayi is a 2017 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by Rom Bhimana. The film stars debutants Aashish Raj and Rukshar Mir in lead roles. Pradeep Rawat, Suman, Ramki, and Brahmanandam play supporting roles. Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel appears in a special item song. The story follows engineering student Vikranth who discovers a dark secret about his parents. He must confront the world's most wanted criminal, Jehangir, to uncover the truth. The film blends romance, family drama, and action sequences. Mani Sharma composed the music. The film received mixed reviews, with critics noting its illogical second half.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 10 March 2017
- Director
- Ram Bhimana
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
A quiet engineering student named Vikranth falls in love with Anagha. She reveals a shocking secret about his parents. Vikranth must uncover the truth. He faces a powerful criminal named Jehangir who will stop at nothing to keep the secret buried.
“A son's fight for his father's truth.”
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Trivia
- The film's director Rom Bhimana is also a popular Telugu television anchor and host.
- Actor Sumanth played a dual role, portraying both the protagonist's biological father and another key character.
- The movie's title 'Aakatayi' translates to 'She Came' in English, hinting at a pivotal female character's arrival.
- It was shot extensively in and around Hyderabad, including at the University of Hyderabad campus.
- The film blends thriller and comedy, a mix less common in Telugu cinema at the time of its release.
- Actress Hebah Patel, known for her debut in 'Kerintha', played the female lead opposite Vikrant.
- The soundtrack was composed by JB, a musician who has worked on several independent Telugu projects.
