Vangaveeti(2016)
Vangaveeti is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language biographical action film written and directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film stars Sandeep Kumar in a dual role as Vangaveeti Radha and Vangaveeti Mohana Ranga, alongside Vamsi Nakkanti, Kautilya, Sritej, Vamsi Chaganti, and Naina Ganguly. Set in Vijayawada during the 1970s and 1980s, the story follows the rise and fall of politician Vangaveeti Mohana Ranga and his elder brother Radha. It depicts their conflict with communist leader Venkata Ratnam and the subsequent gang warfare fueled by caste rivalry between the Kamma and Kapu communities. The film is known for its raw, gritty portrayal of real-life political violence and received mixed reviews for its brutal content. It was released on 23 December 2016.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video, Aha, ShemarooMe
- Theatrical Release
- 23 December 2016
- Director
- Ram Gopal Varma
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 22m
- Rating
- 8.0/10
Storyline
Vangaveeti Mohana Ranga takes over his brother's gang after Radha is murdered. He becomes a powerful politician in Vijayawada. But his rivalry with the Devineni family turns into a bloody caste war. Revenge and power drive the violence. Ranga must fight to survive in a world where trust is deadly.
“Power built on blood never lasts.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Vangaveeti
Cast reunions in this film: Ram Gopal Varma & Naina Ganguly (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's climax was shot in the exact location where Vangaveeti Ranga was assassinated in Vijayawada.
- Director Ram Gopal Varma used real-life political workers as extras to make the crowd scenes look authentic.
- Actor Sandeep Kumar, who played Vangaveeti Ranga, gained over 20 kilograms to match the politician's physique.
- The movie faced protests and legal challenges from family members of the real-life people depicted.
- It was shot mostly with handheld cameras to give it a raw, documentary-style feel.
- The film's release was delayed because of censorship issues due to its violent and political content.
- Real archival news footage from the 1980s was edited into the film to add historical context.