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Murari(2001)

6.3/10
Telugu168 minsdirect-to-OTT

Murari is a 2001 Indian Telugu-language supernatural romantic family drama film written and directed by Krishna Vamsi. It stars Mahesh Babu and Sonali Bendre in lead roles, with Lakshmi, Sukumari, Satyanarayana, and Gollapudi Maruthi Rao in supporting roles. The story follows a carefree young man from a zamindar family plagued by a generational curse from Goddess Durga, which kills the male heir every 48 years. The film blends family drama, romance, and supernatural elements, and was noted for its strong performances and emotional depth. It won three Nandi Awards including Second Best Feature Film, and was a commercial success. The film was re-released in 4K in August 2024 for Mahesh Babu's birthday.

Director:Krishna Vamsi
Filmed In:Ramachandrapuram, Andhra Pradesh; Ammapalli Sri Sita Rama Chandra Swamy temple, Hyderabad
Occasion:Valentine's week 2001
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, JioTV
OTT Release Date
13 October 2001
Theatrical Release
1 January 2001
Director
Krishna Vamsi
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 48m
Rating
6.3/10

Storyline

Murari is the youngest son of a wealthy family cursed by Goddess Durga. Every 48 years, the male heir dies young. Murari falls in love with Vasu, but his grandmother hides the curse to protect him. When Vasu is forced to marry another man, Murari must fight to save her and break the curse before it kills him.

Love breaks the oldest curse.

Film Details

6.3Rating
168Minutes
TeluguLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 January 2001
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
OccasionValentine's week 2001
Original Titleమురారి
Also Known AsRowdy Cheetah
Filmed InRamachandrapuram, Andhra Pradesh; Ammapalli Sri Sita Rama Chandra Swamy temple, Hyderabad

Parental Guide

Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
familylovesurvivalidentity
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Murari

Cast reunions in this film: Prakash Raj & Mani Sharma (24 films together), Prakash Raj & Mahesh Babu (17 films together), Prakash Raj & Raghu Babu (17 films together), Prakash Raj & Krishna Vamsi (8 films together), Mani Sharma & Mahesh Babu (7 films together), and Mani Sharma & Raghu Babu (5 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Murari' is another name for Lord Krishna, linking the hero's name to the deity.
  • Director Krishna Vamsi was inspired by a real-life family curse story he heard during his childhood.
  • Mahesh Babu's look in the film, especially his hairstyle, became a major trend among youth in Andhra Pradesh.
  • The song 'Chamak Cham' was shot in Rajasthan and features elaborate sets recreating a desert palace.
  • This was the first time Mahesh Babu and Sonali Bendre acted together in a Telugu film.
  • The film's background score uses traditional folk instruments to enhance the curse's supernatural theme.
  • Despite mixed reviews, the film was a commercial success and completed a 100-day run in theaters.

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