Mathopettukoku(1995)
Maatho Pettukoku is a 1995 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy and produced by S. Gopal Reddy under Bhargav Art Productions. The film stars Nandamuri Balakrishna in a dual role as twin brothers, alongside Roja and Rambha. The story follows a mother who loses her husband and sons to a family feud, and her twin sons who grow up separately — one as a police officer and the other as a pickpocket — before reuniting to defeat their villainous uncle. The film features a soundtrack composed by Madhavapeddi Suresh with lyrics by Vennelakanti, Bhuvanachandra, and C. Narayana Reddy. Maatho Pettukoku was released in 1995 and is known for its blend of action, comedy, and family drama.
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1995
- Director
- A. Kodandarami Reddy
- Language
- Telugu
- Rating
- 3.9/10
Storyline
A mother refuses to scatter her husband's ashes until she avenges his murder. Her twin sons are separated as children. One becomes a police officer, the other a street-smart pickpocket. When they reunite as adults, they must defeat their evil uncle who destroyed their family.
“Don't try to mess with us”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Mathopettukoku
Cast reunions in this film: Roja Selvamani & Nandamuri Balakrishna (7 films together), Nandamuri Balakrishna & A. Kodandarami Reddy (5 films together), Roja Selvamani & A. Kodandarami Reddy (4 films together), Rambha & Roja Selvamani (3 films together), Rambha & Nandamuri Balakrishna (2 films together), and Rambha & Madavapeddi Suresh (2 films together).
Trivia
- This film was a rare collaboration between director A. Kodandarami Reddy and actor Rajasekhar, who was known for his action roles in the 90s.
- The movie's title 'Maatho Pettukoku' translates to 'Don't Touch Me' or 'Don't Hold Me', hinting at the protagonist's defiant nature.
- It was released during a peak period for Telugu action dramas, competing with many other star-driven films of the mid-90s.
- The plot involving a police officer and his twin brother utilizes a common trope in Indian cinema to double the hero's screen presence.
- The soundtrack was composed by Koti, who was a frequent collaborator with the director during this era.
- While not a major blockbuster, it catered strongly to Rajasekhar's established fan base at the time.
- The film's synopsis suggests it followed a popular formula of the hero taking on systemic corruption, a common theme in 90s action films.