Neninthe(2008)
Neninthe is a 2008 Indian Telugu-language action drama film written and directed by Puri Jagannadh. It stars Ravi Teja as Ravikumar, an assistant director, and Siya Gautam as Sandhya, a group dancer. The supporting cast includes Supreeth, Subbaraju, and Brahmanandam. The story follows Ravi's struggle to direct his first film while facing exploitation from a rich goon named Yadu. The film exposes the corruption and betrayal within the Telugu film industry. It won three Nandi Awards, including Best Actor for Ravi Teja and Best Dialogue Writer for Puri Jagannadh. The film was average at the box office but later gained cult status. It was released on 19 December 2008.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, JioTV
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2008
- Director
- Puri Jagannadh
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
Ravikumar is an assistant director with a dream. He wants to direct his own film. But the industry is full of liars and goons. He meets Sandhya, a dancer, and falls in love. A powerful gangster named Yadu wants Sandhya and will destroy anyone who gets in his way. Ravi must fight to save his love and his dream.
“Fight for your dream.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Neninthe
Cast reunions in this film: Brahmanandam & Venu Madhav (42 films together), Sayaji Shinde & Brahmanandam (30 films together), Brahmanandam & Ravi Teja (23 films together), Brahmanandam & Subbaraju (18 films together), Puri Jagannadh & Brahmanandam (14 films together), and Brahmanandam & Satyam Rajesh (12 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Neninthe' means 'I am the one' in Telugu, reflecting the protagonist's ambition.
- Director Puri Jagannadh cast his real-life assistant director Ravi Babu in the lead role.
- The movie was shot in just 30 days on a low budget, which was unusual for a Telugu film at that time.
- It features cameo appearances by several famous Telugu directors, playing themselves.
- The song 'Chilipiga' became a hit and is remembered for its unique choreography.
- The film's story is partly inspired by Puri Jagannadh's own early struggles in the film industry.
- Despite mixed reviews, it was a commercial success and gained a cult following over time.