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Peddha Kapu - 1(2023)

7.9/10
Telugu147 mins

Peddha Kapu - 1 (2023) is a 147-minute Telugu film directed by Srikanth Addala. Starring Virat Karrna, Pragati Srivastava and Tanikella Bharani. With an audience rating of 7.9/10, Peddha Kapu - 1 stands as one of the notable Telugu releases of 2023.

Mood:
darkemotionalinspiring
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
27 September 2023
Director
Srikanth Addala
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 27m
GudVibe Rating
7.9/10

Storyline

A small village rises up against the corrupt and wealthy politicians who control them. The people fight back for their rights and dignity.

A village rises up against its rulers.

Film Details

7.9Rating
147Minutes
TeluguLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date27 September 2023
Also Known AsPedha Kapu - 1 · Peda Kapu - 1 · Peddha Kaapu - 1 · Pedda Kaapu - 1 · Peda Kaapu-1 · PK1

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalinspiring
Themes
revengecorruptionjusticefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Peddha Kapu' refers to a powerful landowning caste in coastal Andhra, central to the story's conflict.
  • Director Srikanth Addala is known for family dramas but made a sharp turn into raw action with this political thriller.
  • Lead actor Virat Karrna underwent a major physical transformation, gaining over 10 kilograms of muscle for his role.
  • The movie was shot extensively in real villages of Andhra Pradesh to capture authentic rural landscapes and atmosphere.
  • It is the first part of a planned two-part saga, with the sequel announced before the first film's release.
  • The soundtrack features folk-inspired music, with songs incorporating traditional instruments like the Dappu and Thappeta.
  • Despite being a period drama set in the 1970s, the film's themes of caste and political oppression resonated with modern audiences.

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