Dongala Mutha(2011)
Dongala Mutha is a 2011 Indian Telugu-language comedy action thriller film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film stars Ravi Teja, Charmy, Prakash Raj, Lakshmi Manchu, Sunil, and Brahmanandam. The story follows a couple who get stranded at a creepy resort where the staff are actually kidnappers working for a don named Munna Bhai. The film is notable for being shot in just 5 days with a crew of only 7 people using Canon 5D cameras and natural light. It was an instant box office hit and is considered a landmark in low-budget Indian filmmaking. The film was released on 18 March 2011.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 18 March 2011
- Director
- Ram Gopal Varma
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A couple driving to a wedding takes a shortcut and their car breaks down near a creepy resort. They check in but soon realize the staff are kidnappers holding a businessman hostage. Now they must escape before they become the next victims.
“Five days. Seven people. One crazy ride.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Dongala Mutha
Cast reunions in this film: Prakash Raj & Brahmanandam (59 films together), Brahmanandam & Sunil Varma (48 films together), Sunil & Sunil Varma (27 films together), Brahmanandam & Ravi Teja (23 films together), Sunil & Brahmanandam (22 films together), and Prakash Raj & Sunil Varma (19 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Dongala Mutha' which translates to 'Locked Mouth', hinting at the trapped situation of the characters.
- It was shot in a single primary location, a resort, to create a claustrophobic and tense atmosphere throughout.
- This movie was part of Ram Gopal Varma's series of low-budget thrillers made during this period.
- The film's plot revolves around a single night, similar to many of Varma's earlier suspense films.
- It had a very limited theatrical release and was quickly followed by a home video release.
- The movie features a cameo appearance by a popular Telugu actor in a supporting role, though it is not widely promoted.
- The background score uses minimal music to heighten the realism and tension of the survival scenario.