Who directed Kuchi Kuchi Koonamma?

Kuchi Kuchi Koonamma was directed by Ashok Kumar and released in 2002. Ashok Kumar is a prominent filmmaker in Telugu film industry.

Who stars in Kuchi Kuchi Koonamma?

Kuchi Kuchi Koonamma stars Jakeer alongside Siri, K. Vishwanath. The film marks a collaboration between Jakeer and director Ashok Kumar within Telugu cinema.

Kuchi Kuchi Koonamma(2002)

Telugu• mins•Updated 8 May 2026

Kuchi Kuchi Koonamma is a 2002 Telugu romantic drama film directed by Ashok Kumar. The film stars Arvind Swamy and Manisha Koirala in lead roles. It is a remake of the 1995 Tamil film Bombay directed by Mani Ratnam. The story follows a Hindu journalist and a Muslim college student who fall in love despite religious and family opposition. The film explores themes of forbidden love, religious conflict, and family honor. The music was composed by A.R. Rahman and became widely popular. The movie received positive reviews for its emotional storytelling and strong performances. It was released in 2002 in Telugu language.

Director:Ashok Kumar

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release: 9 August 2002
Director: Ashok Kumar
Language: Telugu

Storyline

A Hindu journalist named Shekhar falls in love with a Muslim college student named Banu. Their families oppose the relationship because of religious differences. The couple runs away to get married but gets separated during violent riots in Bombay. Shekhar must find Banu and win her family's acceptance to be together.

“Love knows no religion”