Kadapa Redamma(1990)
Kadapa Redamma is a 1990 Telugu-language action drama film directed by Bharatwaja and Kodukula Srinivasa Rao. The lead cast includes Mohan Babu, Sharada, Ranjitha, Anand, and Chalapathi Rao. The story follows a couple from different castes who marry against their families' wishes. Set in a rural village in Kadapa, the film depicts the violent opposition they face from their families and community. The movie is notable for its raw portrayal of caste-based discrimination and its strong female lead. It received praise for its emotional performances and social message. The film was released in theaters in 1990.
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1990
- Director
- Bharathwaja
- Language
- Telugu
- Runtime
- 2h 17m 0
Storyline
A young couple from different castes fall in love in a small village. Their families and the village elders violently oppose their relationship. They marry in secret but are hunted down. They must fight for their love and survival against a system that wants to destroy them.
“Love that defied a village”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Kadapa Redamma
Cast reunions in this film: Mohan Babu & Sharada (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Kadapa Redamma' refers to a local goddess in Andhra Pradesh known for blessing couples.
- It was one of the few early Telugu films to directly address inter-caste marriage as its central theme.
- The movie was shot primarily in and around Kadapa district to capture authentic rural settings.
- Director K. S. R. Das was known for action films, making this social drama a slight departure.
- The film's music composer Satyam is less known compared to bigger names but provided folk-style songs.
- It released during a period when social issue films were gaining popularity in regional cinema.
- The lead actress, Jayasudha, was already a star, bringing attention to this smaller production.