Maa Aavida Meda Ottu Mee Aavida Chala Manchidi(2001)
Maa Aavida Meda Ottu Mee Aavida Chala Manchidi is a 2001 Indian Telugu-language drama film written, directed and produced by E. V. V. Satyanarayana. The cast includes Srikanth, Raasi, Vadde Naveen, and Laya in lead roles. The story follows two former lovers who meet again after their respective marriages and must confront their unresolved feelings. The film is loosely inspired by the Hindi classic Silsila. It explores themes of marital commitment, infidelity, and self-realization. The film received positive reviews for its screenplay and performances, with Idlebrain rating it 3.75 out of 5. It was released on 2 February 2001.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2001
- Director
- E. V. V. Satyanarayana
- Language
- Telugu
- Rating
- 4.1/10
Storyline
Subadra is trapped in a loveless marriage to the kind Jagdeesh. Her old flame Praveen moves in next door with his wife. Subadra wants to run away with Praveen again. But Praveen knows Jagdeesh is a good man. Subadra must decide between her past love and her present husband.
“Two loves. One choice. A lifetime to fix.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Maa Aavida Meda Ottu Mee Aavida Chala Manchidi
Cast reunions in this film: E. V. V. Satyanarayana & Meka Srikanth (7 films together), Meka Srikanth & Raasi (5 films together), Laya & Meka Srikanth (4 films together), and Vadde Naveen & Meka Srikanth (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a playful twist on a famous Telugu proverb about marriage and compatibility.
- Director E.V.V. Satyanarayana often included cameos by his son, Aryan Rajesh, who appears briefly in this film.
- The movie was part of a trend in the early 2000s exploring themes of married life and past relationships.
- It features music by veteran composer M. M. Keeravani, known for his work on the global hit 'RRR'.
- The plot's premise of former lovers becoming neighbours drew comparisons to the Hollywood film 'The Last Kiss'.
- Actress Laya, who played the female lead, was a popular star in the late 90s and early 2000s before a career shift.
- The film's release coincided with a period where family-oriented comedies were highly successful in Telugu cinema.