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Bangaru Kodipetta(2014)

5.5/10
Telugu179 minstheatrical

Bangaru Kodipetta (transl. Golden Hen) is a 2014 Telugu language romantic comedy film directed by Raj Pippalla. It stars Navdeep and Swati Reddy in leading roles. The story is set during the Sankranti harvest festival and follows three interconnected narratives about characters chasing shortcuts. Bhanumathi, a sales executive, buys a fake golden hen hoping to solve her money problems while her lecherous boss harasses her. The film uses the festive backdrop to contrast joy with personal failure. It was produced by Sunitha Tati under Guru Films. The movie received praise for its honest storytelling and strong performances. It is available on digital platforms like Apple TV.

Director:Pippalla Raj
Occasion:Sankranti 2014
Mood:
funnysuspensefuluplifting
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play, JioTV
Theatrical Release
7 March 2014
Director
Pippalla Raj
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 59m
Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

Bhanumathi is a sales executive desperate for money. Her lecherous boss makes her life miserable. She hears about a magical golden hen that lays golden eggs. She buys it hoping for a shortcut to wealth. But the hen is fake and her problems grow. She must learn that honest work is the only real solution.

No shortcuts to happiness

Film Details

5.5Rating
179Minutes
TeluguLanguage
Release Date7 March 2014
Release Typetheatrical
OccasionSankranti 2014
Also Known AsBangaaru KodiPetta

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnysuspensefuluplifting
Themes
corruptionsurvivaljusticelove
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence2
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Bangaru Kodipetta

Cast reunions in this film: Navdeep & Harsha Vardhan (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Bangaru Kodipetta' translates to 'Golden Parcel', hinting at the central heist of gold coins.
  • Director Pippalla Raj is also known for his work as a writer on the popular Telugu sitcom 'Amrutham'.
  • Actress Swathi, who plays the lead, took a break from films after this movie to focus on her family.
  • The film blends comedy and thriller elements, a mix not very common in Telugu cinema at the time of its release.
  • It was shot primarily in Hyderabad and the coastal town of Bhimavaram, giving it two distinct visual settings.
  • The movie features a subplot involving a pizza delivery boy, adding an extra layer of chaotic comedy to the heist.
  • Despite its crime-comedy genre, the film had a limited theatrical run and gained more attention through television broadcasts.

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