Dongala Bandi(2008)
Dongala Bandi is a 2008 Indian Telugu-language comedy film directed by Satish Vegesna. The film stars Allari Naresh, Tanya Vakil, Ali, Venu Madhav, and Brahmanandam. The plot follows a treasure hunt for the Nizam's looted treasury by the heirs of the original robbers. Three thieves steal the treasure and hide it, leading their sons on a chaotic chase. The film features a comedic tone with slapstick humor and a large ensemble cast. It received mixed reviews, with The Times of India giving it 2 out of 5 stars, while The Hindu noted it entertains Allari Naresh's fans. The film was released on 12 December 2008.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex, JioTV
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2008
- Director
- Satish Vegesna
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Rating
- 6.8/10
Storyline
Three thieves steal the Nizam's treasure and hide it. Years later, their sons, including Krish, search for it. Krish teams up with Aishwarya to find the treasure. But greedy rivals and funny enemies chase them. Can they find the treasure before everyone else?
“A treasure hunt full of laughs”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Dongala Bandi
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Narayana & Venu Madhav (28 films together), Allari Naresh & M. S. Narayana (8 films together), Kovai Sarala & M. S. Narayana (7 films together), Kovai Sarala & Allari Naresh (5 films together), Allari Naresh & Venu Madhav (4 films together), and Kovai Sarala & Venu Madhav (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Dongala Bandi' translates to 'Thieves' Cart' in English, hinting at the treasure hunt plot.
- Director Satish Vegesna was inspired by classic adventure comedies and wanted to create a family-friendly Telugu film.
- The movie features a cameo by veteran actor Brahmanandam, known for his comic timing in Telugu cinema.
- It was shot in various locations across Andhra Pradesh to capture the rustic feel of the treasure hunt journey.
- The film's music was composed by Koti, who was a popular composer for Telugu films in the 2000s.
- Despite its adventure theme, the movie performed modestly at the box office upon release.
- The plot involving the Nizam treasure references the historical wealth of the Hyderabad Nizams, a common trope in Indian cinema.