Runchod Das(2024)

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A college rivalry gets dangerously out of hand. To protect his friends, Das has to deal with rising violence and revenge. He learns that using his wits is more powerful than just using his fists.

“When revenge escalates, strategy is his only weapon.”

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• The film's title 'Runchod Das' is a unique combination, with 'Runchod' being a stylized spelling of 'Ranchhod', a name for Lord Krishna, and 'Das' meaning servant.
• Director Karthik reportedly drew inspiration from real-life campus rivalry incidents reported in Telugu news for the film's core conflict.
• The movie was primarily shot in and around Visakhapatnam, using local colleges and urban landscapes to create an authentic setting.
• A key action sequence was choreographed by a stunt director who previously worked on major Telugu films like 'Kalki 2898 AD'.
• The film's promotional campaign highlighted it as a fresh take on the campus drama genre, focusing more on psychological strategy than typical mass fights.
• It features a cameo appearance by a popular Telugu comedian in a serious role, which was a departure from his usual image.
• The background score was composed by a relatively new music director, marking one of his first major theatrical releases.