Bharata Simha Reddy(2002)
Bharata Simha Reddy is a 2002 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by Surya Prakash in his Telugu directorial debut. The film stars Rajasekhar in a dual role as father Devudayya and son Raja, alongside Meena, Gajala, and Ravali in lead roles. The story follows Raja, a young man who hates his look-alike father believing he killed his mother, while his father secretly supports him from afar. The film features a supporting cast including Annapoorna, Gundu Hanumantha Rao, and Brahmanandam. Critics panned the film for its weak storyline, flat screenplay, and lacklustre performances, with Sify calling it one of the most boring films of the year. The musical score was composed by S. A. Rajkumar with six tracks. The film was released in 2002 and is not available on major streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- WatchO, ETV Win
- Theatrical Release
- 6 September 2002
- Director
- G. Nageswara Reddy
- Language
- Telugu
- Rating
- 5.2/10
Storyline
Raja hates his father Devudayya, believing he murdered his mother. He lives separately and spreads lies about his father. But Devudayya secretly provides for his son from a distance. When Raja falls in love with Santhi, he must confront the truth about his family. The lies that tore them apart are about to be exposed.
“A son's hatred, a father's love”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Bharata Simha Reddy
Cast reunions in this film: Meena & Brahmanandam (9 films together), Gajala & Brahmanandam (4 films together), Brahmanandam & G. Nageswara Reddy (4 films together), Ravali & Brahmanandam (2 films together), and Brahmanandam & Dr. Rajasekhar (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally planned with a different title, 'Bharatha Simha', before the final title was chosen.
- It was one of the few Telugu films from that period to feature a cameo by a popular Kannada actor in a key supporting role.
- The climax fight sequence was shot over 15 days in a specially constructed set to resemble a fortress.
- The director, Surya Prakash, was known more for his work in mythological TV serials before making this film.
- The movie's soundtrack, composed by Vandemataram Srinivas, included a song that became popular in local radio shows.
- Despite being an action drama, the film incorporated elements of folklore related to the Rayalaseema region.
- The production faced delays due to the lead actor's simultaneous commitments to other major projects at the time.