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Lakshmi Putrudu(2008)

5.6/10
Telugu minstheatrical

Lakshmi Putrudu is a 2008 Telugu-language family drama film directed by Raj Kapoor. The cast includes Uday Kiran, Sathyaraj, Diya, Brahmanandam, Rajan P. Dev, Nizhalgal Ravi, and Sukumari. The story follows Prabhu, a young man who learns his biological father is confined to a mental asylum. He uncovers a conspiracy involving his greedy uncle who poisoned his father to steal the family wealth. The film blends emotional family drama with action and comedy. It was produced on a budget of approximately ₹3 crore. The movie is available for streaming on YouTube.

Director:Raj Kapoor
Mood:
emotionaldarkinspiring
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube
Theatrical Release
1 January 2008
Director
Raj Kapoor
Language
Telugu
Rating
5.6/10

Storyline

Prabhu discovers his real father is locked in a mental asylum. He must uncover the truth behind his father's madness. An evil uncle stands in his way. Prabhu fights to free his father and reunite his broken family.

A son's love can cure any wound.

Film Details

5.6Rating
Minutes
TeluguLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 January 2008
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkinspiring
Themes
familysurvivalcorruptionjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Lakshmi Putrudu

Cast reunions in this film: Brahmanandam & Raghu Babu (54 films together), Ajay & Brahmanandam (21 films together), Ajay & Raghu Babu (17 films together), Mumaith Khan & Brahmanandam (3 films together), Uday Kiran & Brahmanandam (3 films together), and Ajay & Mumaith Khan (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Lakshmi Putrudu' translates to 'Son of Lakshmi', referencing the goddess of wealth and prosperity in Hindu mythology.
  • It was directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, a veteran filmmaker known for his musical hits, but this film had a more serious family drama tone.
  • The movie features actor Nithiin in a dual role, playing both father and son characters in the story.
  • Actress Ileana D'Cruz, who later gained pan-India fame, played the female lead in one of her early Telugu film appearances.
  • The soundtrack was composed by M. M. Keeravani, who won an Oscar for 'RRR', but this album had limited commercial success.
  • Parts of the film were shot in picturesque locations like Coorg and Mysore to depict the family's affluent background.
  • Despite a star cast, the film underperformed at the box office and received mixed reviews from critics upon release.

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