
Panchatantra Kathalu(2022)
Telugu143 mins
Panchatantra Kathalu (2022) is a 143-minute Telugu film directed by Shekar Ganganamoni. Starring Ajay Kumar Kathurvar, Sai Ronak and RJ Hemant. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Panchatantra Kathalu stands as one of the notable Telugu releases of 2022.
Director:Shekar Ganganamoni
Mood:
emotionalupliftinginspiring
Where to watch:
OTT availability not confirmed yet. Check Netflix · Prime Video · Hotstar · ZEE5
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 29 July 2022
- Director
- Shekar Ganganamoni
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- GudVibe Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Addakathera, Ahalya, Happy Married Life, Narthanasala and Anaganaga – the five stories in the anthology drama narrate tales of people and their interaction in society drawn from everyday lives. Like the collection of fables in Panchatantra, this film attempts to bring out the essence of moral values through its characters.
“Five lives, one truth: everyday choices reveal who we are.”
Film Details
6.5Rating
143Minutes
TeluguLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date29 July 2022
Also Known AsPanchatanthra Kathalu · Panchatandra Kathalu · Panchatandra Kadhalu · Panchatandhra Kadhalu · Panchathantra Kathalu
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalupliftinginspiring
Themes
familyidentityjusticelove
Toneserious
Pacingepisodic
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
6.5/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
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Ajay Kumar KathurvarActor
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Sai RonakActor
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RJ HemantActor
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Shekar GanganamoniDirector
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Geeta BhaskarActor
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Nihal KodhatyActor
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Nandini RaiActor
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Kamran AhmedMusic
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- The film is an anthology of five short stories, each named after a character or theme, similar to the ancient Indian fables of the Panchatantra.
- Director Shekar Ganganamoni is also known for his work in television, making this one of his few feature film projects.
- It was released directly on an OTT platform, skipping a traditional theatrical run, which was uncommon for Telugu films at the time.
- The story 'Ahalya' references a mythological figure, but the film sets its tale in a modern, everyday context.
- The anthology format allowed multiple new and lesser-known actors to play lead roles across different segments.
- The film's music was composed by Suresh Bobbili, who is recognized for his work in independent and alternative Telugu cinema.
- Despite being a drama, the film incorporates subtle elements of satire to critique social norms and behaviors.