Back Door(2021)
Telugu100 mins
A drama film directed by Karri Balaji, starring Teja Tripurana and Shamna Kasim in the lead roles.
Director:Karri Balaji
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
OTT availability not confirmed yet. Check Netflix · Prime Video · Hotstar · ZEE5
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 25 December 2021
- Director
- Karri Balaji
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Rating
- 6.2/10
Storyline
A woman meets a man at a wedding and feels a strong, immediate connection with him. She faces a difficult choice between staying faithful to her marriage or pursuing this new desire.
“A choice between loyalty and forbidden desire.”
Film Details
6.2Rating
100Minutes
TeluguLanguage
Release Date25 December 2021
Also Known AsBackDoor
Parental Guide
Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
loveidentityfamilycorruption
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability2
Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was shot in just 15 days, a tight schedule typical of low-budget digital productions.
- Director Karri Balaji also handled the cinematography, a dual role common in independent filmmaking.
- It was promoted as a 'digital theatre' release, targeting direct OTT platforms over traditional cinemas.
- The story's conflict is inspired by real-life marital dilemmas discussed in contemporary Telugu media.
- The movie features a soundtrack by Sai Kartheek, known for his work in bigger films like 'Fidaa'.
- Lead actress Anjali's character arc was developed through workshops focusing on emotional subtlety.
- Despite its thriller tag, the film avoids graphic content, relying more on psychological tension.