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Manasunna Maharaju(2000)

2.8/10
Telugu•150 mins•

Manasunna Maharaju is a 2000 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by Muthyala Subbaiah. The film stars Dr. Rajasekhar as Dorababu and Laya as Amrutha. It is a remake of the Malayalam film Kottaram Veettile Apputtan (1998). The story follows a wealthy landlord who helps a poor village girl achieve her dream of becoming a doctor. The film explores themes of selfless love, ambition, and social norms around age in relationships. The music was composed by Vandemataram Srinivas, with popular tracks like 'Nenu Gaali' and 'O Prema'. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its music and L. B. Sriram's comedy performance. It was released in theatres in 2000.

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Sun NXT, YouTube (TeluguOne)
Theatrical Release
11 August 2000
Director
Muthyala Subbaiah
Language
Telugu
Runtime
2h 30m
Rating
2.8/10

Storyline

A kind-hearted landlord named Dorababu helps a poor village girl named Amrutha achieve her dream of becoming a doctor. As she studies in the city, they grow close and fall in love. But Dorababu rejects her love because of their age difference. Amrutha must decide whether to fight for their love or walk away forever.

“Love knows no age”

Film Details

2.8Rating
150Minutes
TeluguLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date11 August 2000
Original TitleManasunna Maraju
Also Known AsManasunna Maaraju

Parental Guide

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

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftinginspiring
Themes
lovefamilyjusticefriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

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RajasekharActor
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Asha SainiActor
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Muthyala SubbaiahDirector
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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Manasunna Maharaju

Cast reunions in this film: Rajasekhar & Muthyala Subbaiah (2 films together).

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RajasekharActor
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Muthyala SubbaiahDirector
Rajasekhar × Muthyala Subbaiah — 2 films together →

Trivia

  • This was the first Telugu film to feature actress Sangeetha in a lead role.
  • The movie's title 'Manasunna Maraju' translates to 'The King in the Heart'.
  • Director Muthyala Subbaiah was known for family dramas, and this was one of his later films.
  • The film's music was composed by Koti, who was a frequent collaborator with the director.
  • It was released during a period when family-oriented stories were popular in Telugu cinema.
  • The movie is not widely available on major streaming platforms today.
  • Actor Rajasekhar played the benevolent landlord, a character type he was known for at the time.

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