Itlu Sravani Subramanyam(2001)
Itlu Sravani Subramanyam is a 2001 Telugu-language romantic drama film written and directed by Puri Jagannadh. The film stars Ravi Teja, Tanu Roy, and Sheen, with Tanu Roy and Sheen making their acting debuts. The story follows two strangers, Sravani and Subramanyam, who meet at a suicide point on the Vizag seashore and decide to end their lives together. After a failed suicide attempt, they are separated by family obligations but eventually reunite. The film's music was composed by Chakri, with cinematography by K. Dutt and editing by Marthand K. Venkatesh. Puri Jagannadh won the Nandi Award for Best Story Writer for this film. It was declared a blockbuster at the box office and was later remade in Tamil as Thavam (2007) and unofficially in Hindi as Anjaana Anjaani (2010). The film released on 14 September 2001.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, JioTV, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2001
- Director
- Puri Jagannadh
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Rating
- 3.9/10
Storyline
Two strangers, Sravani and Subramanyam, meet at a suicide point on a beach in Vizag. Both are desperate to end their lives for different reasons. They decide to die together, but their plan fails. After being saved, they are forced into arranged marriages. They must choose between following society's rules or following their hearts.
“Two strangers. One last wish. A new beginning.”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Itlu Sravani Subramanyam
Cast reunions in this film: Tanikella Bharani & M. S. Narayana (31 films together), Puri Jagannadh & M. S. Narayana (10 films together), M. S. Narayana & Ravi Teja (9 films together), Tanikella Bharani & Ravi Teja (8 films together), Tanikella Bharani & Puri Jagannadh (7 films together), and Jeeva & M. S. Narayana (7 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title was inspired by the names of director Puri Jagannadh's close friends.
- It was one of the earliest films to feature actor Ravi Teja in a prominent romantic lead role.
- The movie's plot about a suicide pact was considered a bold and unconventional theme for its time.
- Parts of the film were shot in picturesque locations like Araku Valley to capture its emotional tone.
- The soundtrack by Koti included a hit song 'Nuvvu Nenu' that gained popularity on radio channels.
- Despite its unique story, the film had a moderate box office run and later gained a cult following.
- Director Puri Jagannadh reused the film's core premise in a later project with a different treatment.