Om 3D(2013)
Om 3D is a 2013 Indian Telugu-language action thriller film directed by debutant Sunil Reddy. The film stars Nandamuri Kalyan Ram, Karthik, Sampath Raj, Kriti Kharbanda, and Nikesha Patel. The story follows Arjun, a young man who discovers his entire family history is built on lies and murder. It is notable as India's first action film shot entirely in 3D using 5K resolution cameras. Hollywood technicians from Avatar and The Amazing Spider-Man contributed to the visual effects. The film received mixed reviews and was a commercial failure at the box office. It was released in both 2D and 3D formats on 19 July 2013.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 19 July 2013
- Director
- Sunil Reddy
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Rating
- 4.7/10
Storyline
Arjun believes he is the son of wealthy businessman Harischandra Prasad. When a convict named Bhavani is hired to kill his father, Arjun fights to protect his family. But he soon discovers that Bhavani is his real father and that Harischandra is a murderer who framed Bhavani for crimes he did not commit. Arjun must choose between the family he knows and the truth that changes everything.
“The truth will destroy everything you love”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Om 3D
Cast reunions in this film: Sampath Raj & Rao Ramesh (6 films together), Rao Ramesh & Ahuti Prasad (6 films together), Sithara & Rao Ramesh (2 films together), Kriti Kharbanda & Ahuti Prasad (2 films together), and Ahuti Prasad & Sai Karthik (2 films together).
Trivia
- This was the first Telugu film to be shot entirely in native 3D, not converted in post-production.
- The film's climax was shot in the dense forests of Araku Valley, requiring special 3D camera rigs.
- Actor Srikanth, who played the son, performed many of his own stunts despite the complex 3D filming.
- The movie's release was delayed multiple times due to technical challenges in finalizing the 3D effects.
- It was inspired by a real-life news story about a father-son relationship with hidden secrets.
- The film underperformed at the box office, partly due to limited theaters equipped for 3D projection at the time.
- Director Sunil Kumar Reddy previously worked as an assistant on several fantasy and action films before this debut.