Action No. 1(2002)
Action No. 1 is a 2002 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by Sagar. The film stars Thriller Manju, Vani Viswanath, and the stunt duo Ram Lakshman. The story follows Teja, a lone vigilante who fights a powerful crime syndicate in a corrupt city. He teams up with journalist Kiran and honest police officer Vikram to take down the villains. The film is notable for having no songs, a rare choice in Telugu cinema. Critics praised the fast-paced action sequences but found the plot average. The film had an average box office run and received mixed reviews. It is available for streaming on YouTube.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 15 February 2002
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h
- Rating
- 4.4/10
Storyline
A mysterious fighter named Teja arrives in a crime-ridden city. He discovers that twin police officers are on opposite sides of the law. When a journalist is kidnapped by the crime lords, Teja must fight his way through an army of thugs to save her and bring justice to the city.
“No songs. No romance. Only action.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Action' but the 'No. 1' was added to distinguish it from other movies with similar names.
- Director G. Nageswara Reddy made his directorial debut with this film after working as an assistant director.
- The movie's climax was shot in a specially constructed large set to depict a dramatic confrontation.
- It featured a special cameo appearance by veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao in a key supporting role.
- The soundtrack by composer Chakri included a remix of a popular folk song, which became a highlight.
- Despite being an action film, it incorporated elements of family drama, which was common for Telugu cinema of that era.
- The film's release faced competition from several other Telugu films during the same festival season.