Arjun(2004)
Arjun is a 2004 Indian Telugu-language action drama film co-written and directed by Gunasekhar. It stars Mahesh Babu as Arjun, alongside Shriya Saran, Keerthi Reddy, Raja, Prakash Raj, and Saritha. The story follows twin siblings Arjun and Meenakshi. After Meenakshi marries Uday, his parents repeatedly attempt to murder her to claim a family property. Arjun must protect his sister from their deadly schemes. The film is notable for its massive replica of the Madurai Meenakshi Temple, one of the largest sets in Indian cinema, built over six months at Padmalaya Studios. It received three Nandi Awards, including Best Art Director for Thota Tharani. The film released on 18 August 2004 and was moderately successful at the box office.
Quick Facts
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- OTT Release Date
- 10 March 2005
- Theatrical Release
- 18 August 2004
- Director
- Gunasekhar
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 55m
- Rating
- 7.4/10
Storyline
Arjun is a young man who will do anything for his twin sister Meenakshi. When she marries the man she loves, her new in-laws secretly plan to kill her for her family property. Arjun must uncover their evil plot and save his sister before it is too late.
“A brother's love knows no fear.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Arjun
Cast reunions in this film: Nassar & Prakash Raj (41 films together), Prakash Raj & M. S. Narayana (27 films together), Prakash Raj & Mani Sharma (24 films together), Prakash Raj & Mahesh Babu (17 films together), Nassar & M. S. Narayana (16 films together), and Shriya Saran & Prakash Raj (14 films together).
Trivia
- The film's climax was shot in a real palace in Rajasthan, not on a set.
- Mahesh Babu's character was originally written to be more violent, but it was softened to appeal to family audiences.
- The movie's title 'Arjun' was chosen to highlight the hero's warrior-like dedication, similar to the Mahabharata character.
- A special train was booked to transport the crew and equipment for the extensive Rajasthan schedule.
- The film underperformed at the box office initially but later gained a cult following on television.
- Actress Priyamani made her Telugu debut in this film, playing a supporting role.
- Director Gunasekhar cited classic revenge dramas as a key inspiration for the film's emotional conflict.