Lakshmi Putrudu(2008)
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.
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
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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.






