Pokiri Raja(1995)
Pokiri Raja is a 1995 Indian Telugu-language action film directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy. The film stars Venkatesh, Roja Selvamani, Ali, and Shubha in lead roles. The story follows Raja, a street-smart man who secretly works as a police officer undercover to dismantle a criminal empire. The film is set in a town controlled by the ruthless gangster Bhavani. It blends action sequences with comedic moments and a romantic subplot. The film was produced by A. Venkat Rami Reddy under the L V S Productions banner. It received positive reviews for its engaging narrative and strong performances. The movie was a commercial success upon its release in 1995.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1995
- Director
- A. Kodandarami Reddy
- Language
- Telugu
- Rating
- 5.4/10
Storyline
Raja is a young man who fights injustice in his town. He wants a simple life but is forced to confront a powerful gangster named Bhavani. Raja must protect his sister and the woman he loves while hiding a secret about his true identity. Can he defeat the criminal and find peace?
“The rogue who became a hero”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Pokiri Raja
Cast reunions in this film: Tanikella Bharani & Brahmanandam (86 films together), Venkatesh & Daggubati Venkatesh (29 films together), Brahmanandam & Daggubati Venkatesh (22 films together), Brahmanandam & Kaikala Satyanarayana (18 films together), Venkatesh & Brahmanandam (16 films together), and Roja Selvamani & Brahmanandam (15 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Pokiri Raja' translates to 'Rogue King', but it is not a remake of any earlier film with a similar name.
- Director A. Kodandarami Reddy was known for action films, but this movie leaned more heavily into family drama and emotional conflicts.
- Actress Roja Selvamani, the female lead, was a popular pairing with Venkatesh in the 1990s, and this was one of their several collaborations.
- The soundtrack was composed by Koti, who was a frequent collaborator with director Kodandarami Reddy during that era.
- The film's release coincided with a period where Venkatesh was experimenting with roles outside his typical romantic hero image.
- A key action sequence in the film was choreographed by stunt master Kanal Kannan, known for his work in South Indian cinema.
- Despite the star cast, the film had a moderate box office performance compared to other Venkatesh releases of the mid-90s.