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Aapathbandhavudu(1992)
Telugu156 mins
Aapathbandhavudu (1992) is a 156-minute Telugu film directed by K. Vishwanath. With an audience rating of 3.9/10, Aapathbandhavudu stands as one of the notable Telugu releases of 1992.
Director:K. Vishwanath
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1992
- Director
- K. Vishwanath
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- GudVibe Rating
- 3.9/10
Storyline
Madhava and Hema are in love, but they hide their feelings because of social pressure. After a terrible event, Hema is sent to a mental hospital. Madhava then risks everything to try and help her.
“A love that defies society and sanity.”
Film Details
3.9Rating
156Minutes
TeluguLanguage
Release Date1 January 1992
Original Titleఆపద్బాంధవుడు
Also Known AsAapad Bandhavudu · Aapadbandhavudu · Aapathbandhavudu
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
lovesurvivalfamilyjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
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Cast & Crew
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Aapadbandhavudu' is a Sanskrit-derived Telugu word meaning 'a friend in need'.
- This was the only time actor Rajendra Prasad played the lead in a K. Viswanath film, known for his serious roles.
- The movie's story was partly inspired by real-life reports of societal neglect towards mental health patients.
- Actress Bhanupriya received critical praise for her portrayal of a traumatized woman, a rare role at the time.
- The film was shot extensively in a real asylum to bring authenticity to the setting.
- Composer M. M. Keeravani's background score used minimal instruments to highlight the emotional drama.
- Despite its sensitive theme, the film was a moderate commercial success, appreciated more by critics.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Aapathbandhavudu
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