Sri Ramulayya(1999)
Sri Ramulayya is a 1998 Indian Telugu-language biographical film directed by N. Shankar. The lead cast includes Mohan Babu, Nandamuri Harikrishna, and Soundarya. The film chronicles the life of Paritala Sriramulu, a Naxalite leader who fought for land rights for the poor in rural Andhra Pradesh. It depicts his rise as a revolutionary, his betrayal by a trusted associate, and his eventual death in a police encounter. The movie was a commercial success at the box office and won two Nandi Awards, including Best Male Playback Singer for Vandemataram Srinivas. The film's launch event was marred by a bomb blast that killed thirty people.
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1999
- Director
- Nimmala Shankar
- Language
- Telugu
- Rating
- 6.3/10
Storyline
Paritala Sriramulu, a Naxalite leader, fights for the rights of landless farmers. The rich landlords and corrupt police try to stop him. Betrayed by a friend, he walks into a police trap. His death leaves his family and followers devastated. His son later takes up the fight.
“One man's fight for the landless”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Sri Ramulayya
Cast reunions in this film: Kota Srinivasa Rao & Brahmanandam (90 films together), Mohan Babu & Brahmanandam (21 films together), Brahmanandam & Chalapathi Rao (21 films together), Soundarya & Brahmanandam (19 films together), Brahmanandam & Brahmaji (18 films together), and Kota Srinivasa Rao & Chalapathi Rao (17 films together).
Trivia
- The film was based on the real-life Naxalite leader Paritala Sreeramulu, who was a controversial political figure in Andhra Pradesh.
- Director Nimmala Shankar was known for making films with strong social and political themes, often focusing on rural issues.
- The movie's release coincided with a period of heightened political tension in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh.
- It featured a background score and songs composed by Vandemataram Srinivas, who was popular for folk-inspired music in Telugu cinema.
- The film did not feature major mainstream stars, relying instead on performers known for character roles to add realism.
- Some scenes were reportedly shot in the actual villages and forests where Paritala Sreeramulu was active, adding to its raw feel.
- Due to its sensitive subject, the film had a limited theatrical run and is not widely available on mainstream platforms today.