Raani(2021)

Storyline

A girl has a happy childhood, but difficult circumstances force her into prostitution. The film follows her journey into that life and what helps her escape it.

“A happy childhood shattered. A fight to reclaim her life.”

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Cast & Crew

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Rajsekhar AningiActor

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Kishore MaarisettyActor

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Darbha Appaji AmbarishaActor

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Ramakrishna MekaActor

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Prawin YendamuriActor

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Swetaa VarmaActor

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Sandy AddankiMusic

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Raghavendra KatariCrew

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Trivia

• The film's director Raghavendra Katari is also a well-known cinematographer in Telugu cinema.
• The movie was shot in just 20 days, mostly in and around Hyderabad.
• Actress Anjali Goparaju, who plays the lead, had to undergo a workshop to prepare for her intense role.
• The film's title 'Raani' means 'queen' in Telugu, symbolizing the protagonist's inner strength.
• It was released directly on an OTT platform, skipping a traditional theatrical release.
• The story is inspired by real-life incidents of human trafficking reported in Telugu states.
• The background score was composed by newcomer Suresh Bobbili, using minimal instruments to create a raw feel.