Annayya(2000)
Annayya is a 2000 Indian Telugu-language family drama film directed by Muthyala Subbaiah. The film stars Chiranjeevi, Soundarya, Venkat, Ravi Teja, and Kota Srinivasa Rao. The story follows Rajaram, a lorry transport owner who raises his two younger brothers after their parents' death. When his brothers' reckless behavior threatens his relationship with Devi, Rajaram must choose between protecting them and pursuing his own happiness. The film blends romance, family sentiment, and a revenge subplot involving a businessman named Rangarao. Annayya was a commercial success, collecting a distributors' share of ₹11 crore and completing 100 days in 60 centres. It won three Nandi Awards for Best Male Playback Singer, Best Choreographer, and Best Fight Master. The film was released on 7 January 2000.
Quick Facts
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- WatchO, Zee5, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 7 January 2000
- Director
- Muthyala Subbaiah
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Rating
- 5.2/10
Storyline
Rajaram is a loving elder brother who runs a lorry business and cares for his two younger brothers. He falls in love with Devi, but her respect for him is tested by his brothers' wild behavior. When a marriage proposal fails due to their drunkenness, Rajaram must find a way to reform his brothers while facing a hidden enemy seeking revenge.
“A brother's love knows no limits”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Annayya
Cast reunions in this film: Kota Srinivasa Rao & Soundarya (11 films together), Kota Srinivasa Rao & Chiranjeevi (7 films together), Kota Srinivasa Rao & Ravi Teja (6 films together), Kota Srinivasa Rao & Simran (4 films together), Kota Srinivasa Rao & Sarath Babu (3 films together), and Soundarya & Chiranjeevi (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film is a remake of the 1999 Kannada movie 'Hrudaya Hrudaya', which was also directed by Muthyala Subbaiah.
- This was the first time actor Ravi Teja played the brother of Chiranjeevi's character, a dynamic repeated in later films.
- A comedy scene involving Brahmanandam as a drunk man was improvised on set and became a major highlight.
- The song 'Choodakooda Nadumula' was filmed at the famous Ramoji Film City, using one of its large outdoor sets.
- Actress Soundarya's costumes in the film were specially designed to reflect her character's status as a businesswoman.
- The film's title 'Annayya' means 'elder brother' and centers on Chiranjeevi's protective role, a common theme in his movies.
- Despite being a family drama, the movie included several risky stunts performed by Chiranjeevi without a body double.