Murari(2001)
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.
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.”
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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.
