Joker(1993)
Joker is a 1993 Indian Telugu-language comedy film directed by Vamsy. The film stars Rajendra Prasad, Vani Viswanath, and Baby Shamili in lead roles. The story follows Balaji, a womanizing architect who disguises himself as a cook named Joker to win the heart of a man-hating colleague, Usha Rani. The film is a remake of the Malayalam movie Kilukkampetti (1991) and was later remade in Hindi as Pyaar Impossible! (2010). Joker was produced by P. Pattabhi Rama Rao and M. Lakshman Kumar Chowdary under the Padma Priya Arts banner. The music was composed by Vamsy, with lyrics by Gurucharan. The film was recorded as a commercial hit at the box office upon its release on 16 April 1993.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1993
- Director
- Vamsy
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Rating
- 4.3/10
Storyline
Balaji is a flirtatious architect who falls for his colleague Usha Rani, a woman who despises men. To get close to her, he fakes an accident and enters her home disguised as a cook named Joker. He must win her trust while protecting her niece Apple from a greedy father.
“Love wears a funny mask.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Joker
Cast reunions in this film: Rajendra Prasad & Mallikarjuna Rao (7 films together), and Vamsy & Mallikarjuna Rao (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Joker' to highlight the lead character's playful, mischievous nature in love.
- Director Vamsy also composed the film's music, which was uncommon for him at the time.
- The movie was shot in just 40 days, a very short schedule for a Telugu film in the early 1990s.
- It was inspired by the 1989 Hindi film 'Maine Pyar Kiya', adapting its core love story with a different setting.
- The film marked one of the early leading roles for actor Rajendra Prasad, who became known for such comic roles.
- Many scenes were filmed in real heritage homes in Andhra Pradesh to give an authentic family feel.
- Despite mixed reviews initially, the film gained a cult following over the years for its lighthearted comedy.