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Masthu Shades Unnai Ra(2024)

7.0/10
Telugu142 mins

Manu, an artist, is on a mission to get noticed again after advanced printing technology shows up and steals his spotlight. He's trying out modern tricks to be more efficient. Will he make it?

Director:Thirupathi Rao Indla
Mood:
emotionalinspiringfunny
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Amazon Prime Video
Theatrical Release
23 February 2024
Director
Thirupathi Rao Indla
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 22m
Rating
7.0/10

Storyline

An artist named Manu loses attention when new printing technology becomes popular. He tries using modern methods to work faster and get noticed again. The story follows his effort to regain his spotlight.

Can an old-school artist outsmart new technology?

Film Details

7.0Rating
142Minutes
TeluguLanguage
Release Date23 February 2024

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringfunny
Themes
identitysurvivalfamilyfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

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MoinShiva
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Abhinav GomatamActor
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Ali RezaActor
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Nizhalgal Ravi, Actor in Masthu Shades Unnai Ra
Nizhalgal RaviActor
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Tharun BhasckerActor
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Phani ChandrasekharActor
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Rocket RaghavaActor
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Chakrapani AnandaActor
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Jyothi ReddyActor
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Vaishali RajActor
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Thirupathi Rao IndlaDirector
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Aarem ReddyCrew
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Radha Mohan GuntiCrew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Masthu Shades Unnai Ra

Cast reunions in this film: Tharun Bhascker Dhaassyam & Abhinav Gomatam (3 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title is a playful Telugu phrase meaning 'I see many shades in you', hinting at the artist's creative journey.
  • Director Thirupathi Rao Indla is also a noted cinematographer, which influenced the film's distinct visual style.
  • The movie subtly critiques modern digital art tools by contrasting them with traditional painting techniques.
  • It was primarily shot in and around Hyderabad's old city areas to capture authentic urban artistic spaces.
  • The lead actor underwent basic painting training for a month to realistically portray an artist's movements.
  • A key plot point involves AI-generated art, reflecting contemporary debates in the creative industry.
  • The film had a limited theatrical release but gained attention through streaming platforms shortly after.

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