Sitarama Raju(1999)
Sitarama Raju is a 1999 Indian Telugu-language action drama film written and directed by Y. V. S. Chowdary. The film stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Nandamuri Harikrishna, Sakshi Shivanand, and Sanghavi. It follows the story of two brothers from a family locked in a generations-old blood feud with a rival clan. The elder brother, Seetayya, seeks revenge, while the younger, Ramaraju, pursues peace through love. The film is notable for being the first on-screen collaboration between Nagarjuna and Harikrishna, representing two major film families. It won two Nandi Awards, including Best Character Actress for Nirmalamma. The music was composed by M. M. Keeravani. The film was released in 1999.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1999
- Director
- YVS Chowdhary
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 38m
- Rating
- 3.8/10
Storyline
Two brothers, Seetayya and Ramaraju, are caught in a violent feud with the Basavaraju family. Seetayya wants revenge for their father's murder. Ramaraju falls in love with the enemy's sister and hopes for peace. Basavaraju refuses to stop the killing. The brothers must choose between bloodshed and forgiveness.
“Two brothers. One enemy. A war for peace.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Sitarama Raju
Cast reunions in this film: Akkineni Nagarjuna & M. M. Keeravani (11 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Seetharama Raju' is a combination of the names of the two lead characters, Seethaiah and Ramaraju, played by the same actor.
- This was the first film where director Y. V. S. Chowdary collaborated with music composer Koti, who delivered a popular soundtrack.
- Actress Ramya Krishnan, who played the female lead, was already a major star in Tamil and Kannada cinema before this Telugu release.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around the rustic settings of Rayalaseema to match its faction-based storyline.
- A key action sequence involved a dramatic bullock cart chase, which was a practical effect staged without extensive CGI.
- The film's climax, involving a large-scale confrontation, was reportedly inspired by real-life factional rivalries in Andhra Pradesh.
- Despite being an action drama, the film included a comedy track by actor Brahmanandam that became quite popular with audiences.