Money Money, More Money(2011)
Money Money, More Money is a 2011 Indian Telugu-language comedy crime film written and directed by J.D. Chakravarthi. The lead cast includes J.D. Chakravarthi, Brahmanandam, Tara Alisha, Mukul Dev, Brahmaji, and Kavin Dave. The story follows four unemployed friends who kidnap a millionaire's daughter for ransom and hide her in the house of a bankrupt real estate agent. As they wait for the ransom, more people get trapped in the house, leading to chaotic and comedic situations. The film is a remake of the 2006 Hindi film Phir Hera Pheri. It was produced by Chekravarthy Productions and Reliance Entertainment. The film received mixed reviews but was noted for its ensemble comedy cast. It was released on August 26, 2011, in India.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 26 August 2011
- Director
- J. D. Chakravarthy
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Four broke friends — Chakry, Abbas, Raghu, and Gogi — decide to kidnap Maggie, the daughter of a rich businessman. They hide her in the house of bankrupt real estate agent Khan Dada. But when Maggie's father goes abroad, the friends must wait. Meanwhile, more people enter the house and get trapped. Chaos, comedy, and unexpected love follow.
“When crime meets comedy, nothing goes right”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Money Money, More Money
Cast reunions in this film: Brahmanandam & Brahmaji (18 films together), J. D. Chakravarthy & Brahmanandam (11 films together), Brahmanandam & Rama Prabha (11 films together), Brahmanandam & Mukul Dev (5 films together), Gajala & Brahmanandam (4 films together), and Rekha & Mukul Dev (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director J. D. Chakravarthi is also a well-known actor, having played notable roles in films like 'Anukokunda Oka Roju' and 'Gamyam'.
- This movie was a remake of the 2010 Kannada film 'Ullasa Utsaha', which was also directed by J. D. Chakravarthi.
- The plot revolves around a large joint family of 35 members, a setup rarely used as the primary setting in Telugu comedies of that era.
- Actor Sivaji played a key role; he was a popular comedian in Telugu cinema known for his timing in chaotic ensemble casts.
- The film's title 'Money Money More Money' reflects the central motive of the characters but did not translate to major box office success.
- It featured a large ensemble cast including newcomers and character actors, creating a crowded, farcical atmosphere similar to a stage play.
- The comedy hinges on the kidnappers being trapped in the house, a premise that draws from classic locked-room situational humor.