Maharadhi(2007)
Maharadhi is a 2007 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by P. Vasu. The cast includes Nandamuri Balakrishna, Sneha, Meera Jasmine, and Jaya Prada. The story follows Bala, a common man who protects his handicapped sister from a ruthless businesswoman named Chamundeswari Devi. Bala fights against a corrupt system where the rich oppress the poor. The film explores themes of family loyalty, revenge, and justice. It was produced by Vakada Appa Rao under Sri Lalita Kalaanjali Productions. The movie received negative reviews and holds a low IMDb rating of 2.0/10. It was released in theaters on January 25, 2007.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2007
- Director
- P. Vasu
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 29m
- Rating
- 6.8/10
Storyline
Bala is a poor man who lives with his handicapped sister. He works hard to pay for her medical treatment. But a cruel businesswoman named Chamundeswari Devi wants to destroy them. Bala must fight her goons and uncover a dark family secret to save his sister.
“A brother's love is unstoppable.”
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Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Maharaja' but was later changed to 'Maharadhi' before release.
- Balakrishna played dual roles as a dance teacher and a music teacher, both named after his own nicknames.
- Director P. Vasu remade the film in Tamil as 'Kuselan' with Rajinikanth, but with a completely different storyline.
- The movie's soundtrack was composed by M. M. Keeravani, who used folk-inspired tunes for key dance sequences.
- It was one of the few Telugu films where actress Jayaprada played a college principal role.
- The climax scene involving a temple setting was shot in a real historical location in Andhra Pradesh.
- Despite mixed reviews, the film performed moderately at the box office, especially in rural areas.