Bheeshma(2020)
Bheeshma (2020) is a 150-minute Telugu film directed by Venky Kudumula. Starring Nitin, Rashmika Mandanna and Brahmaji. With a rating of 6.2/10 reflecting mixed audience reception and a hit verdict at the box office.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun Nxt, Netflix, Airtel Xstream Play, JioTV, Plex
- OTT Release Date
- 21 February 2020
- Theatrical Release
- 21 February 2020
- Director
- Venky Kudumula
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 6.2/10
Storyline
Bheeshma Prasad is a regular guy who makes internet memes. His life changes when he decides to fight a big agriculture company. This company makes dangerous chemicals to boost crops and profits.
“A meme maker takes on a giant.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Bheeshma
Cast reunions in this film: Raghu Babu & Vennela Kishore (16 films together), Vennela Kishore & Brahmaji (10 films together), Raghu Babu & Naresh (9 films together), Naresh & Vennela Kishore (8 films together), Sampath Raj & Raghu Babu (7 films together), and Raghu Babu & Brahmaji (6 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Bheeshma' is a reference to a powerful character from the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, reflecting the protagonist's determined stand.
- Director Venky Kudumula included real-life meme creators from social media in a cameo during a party scene in the film.
- A special organic farming consultant was hired to ensure accuracy in the agricultural scenes and the film's core message.
- The song 'Bheeshma Bheeshma' became a viral trend on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels after release.
- The film was shot extensively in and around Hyderabad, including at the popular Sarath City Capital Mall.
- Actor Nithiin, who played the lead, reportedly learned to ride a specific model of scooter for his character's simple, relatable image.
- Despite being a commercial entertainer, the movie deliberately highlighted the issue of farmer debt and corporate exploitation in agriculture.