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Ishtanga(2018)

5.7/10
Telugu mins

Ishtanga (2018) is a Telugu film directed by Sampath V Rudra. Starring Arjun Mahi, Tanishq Rajan and Duvvasi Mohan. With an audience rating of 5.7/10 and a hit verdict at the box office, Ishtanga stands as one of the notable Telugu releases of 2018.

Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 28 Dec 2018

Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube Movies
OTT Release Date
28 December 2018
Theatrical Release
28 December 2018
Director
Sampath V Rudra
Language
Telugu
GudVibe Rating
5.7/10

Storyline

Krishna does not believe in relationships, but he falls in love with Satya. Their relationship faces a major challenge when Satya finds out she is pregnant.

Love wasn't part of the plan.

Film Details

5.7Rating
Minutes
TeluguLanguage
Release Date28 December 2018

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentitysurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion5
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Ishtangaa' is a colloquial Telugu word meaning 'like this' or 'this way', reflecting the story's focus on modern relationships.
  • Director Sampath V Rudra also wrote the screenplay and story, making it a personal project from its inception.
  • The movie was shot extensively in and around the city of Hyderabad, capturing its urban landscape as a backdrop for the romance.
  • Actress Anisha Ambrose, who plays Satya, was praised for her natural performance in a role dealing with a sensitive, unexpected pregnancy.
  • The film's soundtrack was composed by Suresh Bobbili, known for his work in independent and small-budget Telugu films.
  • Despite its contemporary theme, the film had a very limited theatrical release and gained more attention through digital platforms.
  • A key conflict involves the male lead's initial disbelief in commitment, a character trait contrasting with traditional Telugu romantic heroes.

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