Sontha Vooru(2009)
Sontha Vooru is a 2009 Telugu drama film directed by P. Sunil Kumar Reddy. It stars Raja, Thirtha, and L.B. Sriram in lead roles. The story follows a village threatened by a government Special Economic Zone project. Bujjigadu, a young farmer, leads the fight to save his home and community. The film was screened at the Mumbai Film Festival, Pune International Film Festival, and International Film Festival of Kerala. It won four Nandi Awards including Best Feature Film and Best Actress. The movie is known for its realistic portrayal of rural exploitation and displacement.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2009
- Director
- P. Sunil Kumar Reddy
- Language
- Telugu 0
Storyline
Bujjigadu loves his simple life in his native village. But the government plans to build a Special Economic Zone on his land. He must unite his people and fight against powerful politicians and businessmen. Can he save his home before it is too late?
“Your home is your life.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's director, Sunil Kumar Reddy, is known for making movies that focus on social issues in rural areas.
- It was shot on location in real villages to capture authentic village life and struggles.
- The movie faced challenges in getting a wide release because of its strong political message.
- Many of the actors were non-professionals from local villages to add realism to the story.
- The story is inspired by real events about farmers affected by Special Economic Zones in India.
- It received critical praise at film festivals but had limited commercial success in theaters.
- The title 'Sontha Ooru' translates to 'Our Village' in English, highlighting the personal connection to the land.