Chandamama Kathalu(2014)
Chandamama Kathalu: Volume 1 is a 2014 Indian Telugu-language anthology drama film directed by Praveen Sattaru. The cast includes V.K. Naresh, Amita Ranganath, Varshini Sounderajan, and Aamani. The story follows Saradhi, a widower and writer whose child suffers from a chronic illness. He writes a novel containing seven interconnected love stories, each reflecting his own grief and search for meaning. The film was produced by Chanakya Bhooneti under the banner of Bhavya Creations. It received positive reviews for its emotional depth and innovative storytelling structure. The film was released in theaters on 14 November 2014.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, YuppTV
- Theatrical Release
- 25 April 2014
- Director
- Praveen Sattaru
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Rating
- 6.7/10
Storyline
A widowed writer named Saradhi struggles to save his chronically ill child. To cope with his pain, he writes a novel with seven love stories. As his child's condition worsens, the stories begin to mirror his own life. He must face his grief before he can truly heal.
“Seven stories. One heart.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Chandamama Kathalu
Cast reunions in this film: Aamani & Naresh (3 films together), Naresh & Mickey J Meyer (3 films together), Lakshmi Manchu & Naresh (2 films together), Lakshmi Manchu & Praveen Sattaru (2 films together), Krishnudu & Naresh (2 films together), and Chaitanya Krishna & Naresh (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was shot entirely in Hyderabad, using real locations across the city to create a grounded feel.
- Director Praveen Sattaru structured the film with eight short stories, a rare format for mainstream Telugu cinema at the time.
- It marked one of the early prominent film roles for actor Naga Shaurya, who later became a lead actor.
- The soundtrack by Mickey J. Meyer included a song with vocals by the popular singer Shreya Ghoshal.
- The title 'Chandamama Kathalu' translates to 'Grandfather's Stories', reflecting its anthology of interconnected tales.
- The film's production was completed relatively quickly, with principal photography wrapped within a few months in 2013.
- Actress Lakshmi Manchu, also a producer and TV host, played a key role, bringing her experience from various media.