Thodu Dongalu(2024)

Storyline

Three men kidnap a woman. Two unemployed friends end up with the ransom money, while a police officer searches for the victim. The woman's husband is also involved in the situation.

“A ransom gone wrong, three kidnappers, and two clueless friends.”

Vibe & Tags

Cast & Crew

Trivia

• The film's title 'Thodu Dongalu' is a Telugu phrase that roughly translates to 'small thieves' or 'petty thieves', hinting at the amateurish nature of the kidnappers.
• This movie marked the Telugu film debut for actress Priya Bhavani Shankar, who is primarily known for her work in Tamil cinema.
• Director Anish Krishna reportedly drew inspiration from real-life news stories of bungled kidnappings for the film's comedic plot.
• A significant portion of the comedy relies on the contrasting personalities of the two unemployed friends who receive the ransom demand.
• The film's soundtrack was composed by Gopi Sundar, who is better known for his work in Malayalam cinema, making this a rare Telugu project for him.
• Principal photography was completed in a relatively short schedule, with much of it shot in and around Hyderabad to maintain a tight budget.
• The character of the police officer is played by Vennela Kishore, an actor famous for his comic timing, but here he plays a more serious, driven role.