Andagaadu(2005)

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A shy man who struggles to find a date turns to black magic to attract female ghosts. His plans are completely upended, however, when he meets a real woman named Ramya.

“A lonely man summons ghosts for love.”

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Trivia

• The film's title 'Andagadu' translates to 'blind man' in English, which is a metaphor for the protagonist's inability to see love in the real world.
• Director Pendyala Venkata Rama Rao was known for comedy films, and this was one of his last directorial works before his passing in 2007.
• Rajendra Prasad, who played the lead, was a popular comedy actor in Telugu cinema but rarely starred in fantasy-themed romantic plots like this.
• The movie features a cameo by veteran actor Chandra Mohan, who often played supportive roles in family dramas during this era.
• It was filmed primarily in Hyderabad, with some scenes shot at Ramoji Film City, a common location for Telugu comedies of the 2000s.
• The plot's focus on black magic and ghosts was a playful take on traditional South Indian folklore about 'mohini pisachi' spirits.
• Despite its unique premise, the film had a modest box office run and is now considered a cult comedy among Rajendra Prasad fans.