Chatrapathi(2005)
Chatrapathi is a 2005 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by S.S. Rajamouli and co-written with V. Vijayendra Prasad. The film stars Prabhas in the title role, alongside Shriya Saran, Bhanupriya, Shafi, and Pradeep Rawat. The story follows Sivaji, a Sri Lankan refugee who gets separated from his mother after his brother falsely declares him dead. He grows up in the criminal docks of Visakhapatnam and becomes a rebel leader known as Chatrapathi. The film explores themes of maternal love, brotherly jealousy, and refugee exploitation. It was a commercial blockbuster and won two Nandi Awards for Best Supporting Actress and Best Music Director. The film was released on 29 September 2005.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Hotstar, Prime Video, YouTube (TVNXT), Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 30 September 2005
- Director
- S. S. Rajamouli
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 50m
- Rating
- 7.2/10
Storyline
Sivaji is a Sri Lankan refugee who loses his mother in a fire. He lands at Vizag port, ruled by the cruel Baji Rao. As he grows up, he becomes a fearless fighter for the oppressed refugees. But his jealous brother Ashok joins forces with a powerful enemy to destroy him. Sivaji must fight for his family and his people.
“A refugee becomes a king.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Chatrapathi
Cast reunions in this film: Ajay & Kota Srinivasa Rao (12 films together), Pradeep Rawat & Ajay (6 films together), Pradeep Rawat & Kota Srinivasa Rao (6 films together), S. S. Rajamouli & K. K. Senthil Kumar (6 films together), S. S. Rajamouli & Vijayendra Prasad (5 films together), and Ajay & Prabhas (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's climax was shot at the actual Visakhapatnam port, using real cargo containers and cranes.
- Prabhas performed most of his own stunts, including a risky jump from a moving truck onto a ship.
- The character name 'Sivaji' was inspired by the 17th-century Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji.
- The movie's iconic background score was composed by M. M. Keeravani, Rajamouli's frequent collaborator and cousin.
- It was the first major hit for both Prabhas and director S. S. Rajamouli, launching their careers to new heights.
- The film's story draws parallels to the real-life struggles of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in coastal Andhra Pradesh.
- A special set replicating a refugee slum was built near Visakhapatnam to film the early portions of the movie.