Simhadri(2003)
Simhadri is a 2003 Indian Telugu-language action drama film co-written and directed by S. S. Rajamouli. The film stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr. in the title role, alongside Bhumika Chawla, Ankitha, Mukesh Rishi, Nassar, and Rahul Dev. The story follows Simhadri, an orphan raised by a landlord, who secretly protects an amnesiac girl while leading a double life as a vigilante named Singamalai in Kerala. The film was praised for its emotional depth, high-octane action sequences, and strong performances, particularly by N. T. Rama Rao Jr. It became the highest-grossing Telugu film at the time, running for 100 days in 150 centers. The music was composed by M. M. Keeravani. Simhadri was released on 9 July 2003 and was later remade in Tamil as Gajendra and in Kannada as Kanteerava.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, YouTube, Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 9 July 2003
- Director
- S. S. Rajamouli
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 50m 0
Storyline
A kind orphan named Simhadri works as a loyal servant for a wealthy landlord. But he hides a secret life as a feared vigilante in Kerala. When the landlord's granddaughter falls in love with him, his two worlds collide. Simhadri must choose between his family and his duty to protect a girl with no memory.
“One man, two lives, endless sacrifice”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Simhadri
Cast reunions in this film: Kota Srinivasa Rao & Brahmanandam (90 films together), Nassar & Brahmanandam (37 films together), Brahmanandam & Mukesh Rishi (26 films together), Nassar & Kota Srinivasa Rao (21 films together), Brahmanandam & Jr. NTR (13 films together), and Brahmanandam & Rahul Dev (12 films together).
Trivia
- The film's climax was shot at the Athirappilly Waterfalls in Kerala, which later became a popular tourist spot for Telugu audiences.
- N. T. Rama Rao Jr. performed many of his own stunts, including a risky fight scene on a moving train.
- The movie's soundtrack by M. M. Keeravani includes a folk song 'Chitti Chilakamma' that became a cultural phenomenon at weddings.
- Simhadri was the first Telugu film to be released with DTS sound, enhancing its action sequences.
- Director S. S. Rajamouli drew inspiration from the 1995 Tamil film 'Muthu' for the servant-with-a-secret theme.
- The film's success led to remakes in Tamil as 'Sivakasi' and in Hindi as 'Ek Aur Ek Gyarah', though with different plots.
- Bhoomika Chawla was initially hesitant to accept the female lead role but was convinced after reading the script.