Avuna was directed by C. Uma Maheshwar Rao and released in 2003. C. Uma Maheshwar Rao is a prominent filmmaker in Telugu film industry.

Avuna stars Adarsh alongside Santhi Rao, Kota Srinivasa Rao. The film marks a collaboration between Adarsh and director C. Uma Maheshwar Rao within Telugu cinema.

Avuna(2003)

Telugu• mins•Updated 6 May 2026

Avuna (transl. Really..?) is a 2003 Indian Telugu-language romantic sports drama film directed by C. Umamaheswara Rao. The film stars newcomers Adarsh and Santhi Rao in lead roles. The story follows two college basketball players from rival teams who fall in love. Surya plays the basketball coach. The film features special appearances by Tamil director K. Bhagyaraj and actress Bhagyashree in a song. The music was composed by Bhavatharini Ilayaraaja. The film was released on December 12, 2003 to negative reviews. Critics called it boring and poorly executed. The climax includes real national-level basketball players.

Director:C. Uma Maheshwar Rao

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release: 12 December 2003
Director: C. Uma Maheshwar Rao
Language: Telugu

Storyline

Srinivas is a college basketball player who dreams of winning the championship. He falls in love with Akhila, the star player of a rival college team. Their love is tested when their teams face each other in the final tournament. Can they balance their feelings with their competitive spirit?

“Love is the ultimate game.”