Kaaki(2005)
Kaaki is a 2005 Telugu-language drama film directed by Bobbili Bhanu. The lead cast includes Brahmaji as Raju and Gurleen Chopra as Lakshmi. The story is set in a small Andhra Pradesh town where a poor laborer fights a wealthy landlord for justice. Raju's wife is attacked by the landlord's son, sparking a legal and personal battle. The film explores themes of corruption, media power, and family resilience. It received positive reviews for its emotional storytelling and strong performances. Kaaki was released in India in 2005.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 9 December 2005
- Director
- Bobbili Bhanu
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 37m
- Rating
- 6.4/10
Storyline
Raju is a poor laborer living a peaceful life with his wife and daughter. When a rich landlord's son attacks his wife, Raju fights back. The landlord uses his power to destroy Raju's life. Raju must find a way to get justice for his family.
“One man's fight for justice.”
Film Details
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Trivia
- The film is a remake of the Tamil movie 'Kaaki Sattai' from the same year, directed by the same person, R. S. Durai Senthilkumar.
- Actor Sivakarthikeyan, the lead in the original Tamil version, also played a cameo role in this Telugu remake.
- The movie's title 'Kaaki Sattai' translates to 'Khaki Shirt', referring to the police uniform worn by the main character.
- This was one of the early major film roles for actress Sri Divya, who played the female lead in both the Tamil and Telugu versions.
- The film's climax and action sequences were shot extensively in and around a large shipyard to match the plot involving smuggling.
- Composer Anirudh Ravichander, who scored the Tamil original, also composed the music for this Telugu adaptation.
- Despite being a remake, certain local cultural references and dialogues were altered to better connect with the Telugu audience.