Banthi Poola Janaki is a 2016 Indian Telugu comedy thriller film directed by Nellutla Praveen Chander.[1] It was produced by Kalyani-Ram under Ujwala Creations. The film features Dhanraj and Diksha Panth in the lead roles and supported by actors from the popular comedy show Jabardasth.[2][3][4]
| Banthi Poola Janaki | |
|---|---|
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| Directed by | Nellutla Praveen Chander |
| Written by | Sekhar Vikkhayth |
| Produced by | Kalyani-Ram |
| Starring | Dhanraj Diksha Panth |
| Cinematography | G.L. Babu |
| Edited by | Siva Y Prasad |
| Music by | Bhole |
Release date | 26 August 2016 |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Plot edit
Janaki is an actress who gets a national award for her latest film Banthipoola Janaki. To celebrate her award, the film's hero Akash, writer Miriyalu, producer Bangarayya and director Ahamkaram plan to surprise Janaki. They gang up at a bungalow and begin their celebrations. In a shocking twist, they all die accidentally in the hands of Janaki. The rest of the story is all about how Janaki escapes from these murders with the help of her friend and manager Shyam.
Cast edit
- Dhanraj as Shyam, Janaki's Manager
- Diksha Panth[5] as Janaki, Film Actress
- Chammak Chandra as Ahamkaram, Film Director
- Sudigali Sudheer as Akash, An actor (Hero)
- Rocket Raghava as Miriyalu, Film Writer
- Shakalaka Shankar
- Bharath Reddy
- Raghu Karumanchi as Bangarayya, Film Producer
Production edit
Casting edit
The majority of the actors are from the popular TV show Jabardasth.[6]
Filming edit
The film was formally launched in Hyderabad on 10 February 2016. The entire film was completed in single schedule.[7]
Release edit
After clearing the censor it was awarded 'U/A' Certificate from the CBFC and was released on 26 August 2016.[8]
Marketing edit
Title logo of the film was launched on 18 January 2016 by Malayalam Super star Mohanlal.[9] The film's theatrical trailer was released on 21 May 2016.
Soundtrack edit
| Banthi Poola Janaki | |
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| Film score by Bhole | |
| Released |
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| Recorded | 2016 |
| Genre | Soundtrack |
| Length | 23:31 |
| Label | Mango Music |
| Producer | Bhole |
The music was composed by Bhole and all the songs were written by Kasarla Shyam. Music released on Mango Music Company. Audio launch event of the movie was held at Shilpakala Vedika, Hyderabad on 29 July 2016. Actor Ram attended the audio launch function as chief guest and released the audio CD. Regina, Sampoornesh Babu, Tanish, Nandini Reddy and other prominent cast and crew of the film graced the event .[10][11]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Banthi Poola Janaki" | Kasarla Shyam | Bhole | 4:07 |
| 2. | "Kannelle Tolisari" | Kasarla Shyam | Swarag | 3:56 |
| 3. | "Bhoom Shakalaka" | Kasarla Shyam | Spoorthy, Varam | 3:02 |
| 4. | "Banthi Poola Janaki- Dhanraj" | Kasarla Shyam | Dhanraj, Bhole | 4:07 |
| 5. | "Kannelle Tolisari (Female)" | Kasarla Shyam | Varam | 3:48 |
| 6. | "Jabardasthla" | Kasarla Shyam | Varam, Bhole | 4:22 |
| Total length: | 23:05 | |||
Reception edit
123telugu.com gave the film 2.25 stars out of 5 and called it a "boring thriller".[12] Indiaglitz.com gave the film 1.5 stars out of 5.[13]
References edit
- ^ "Banthi Poola Janaki Logo Launch". Archived from the original on 18 August 2016. Retrieved 30 July 2016.
- ^ "Banthi poola janaki title for Dhanraj". Archived from the original on 20 August 2016. Retrieved 3 August 2016.
- ^ "Mohanlal launch Dhanraj Banthi Poola Title Logo". Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 3 August 2016.
- ^ "Banthi Poola Logo Launched". Archived from the original on 20 October 2017. Retrieved 20 March 2023.
- ^ "No more negative roles for Diksha Panth". Archived from the original on 24 March 2016. Retrieved 30 July 2016.
- ^ "Jabardasth Team in Banthi Poola Janaki". Archived from the original on 25 August 2016. Retrieved 4 August 2016.
- ^ "Banthi Poola Janaki Post Production". Archived from the original on 10 May 2017. Retrieved 20 March 2023.
- ^ "'Banthi Poola Janaki' completes censor". Archived from the original on 17 August 2016. Retrieved 4 August 2016.
- ^ "Mohanlal(lalletan) launches logo of Banthi Poola Janaki". Archived from the original on 1 August 2016. Retrieved 4 August 2016.
- ^ "Banthipoola Janaki Audio Release". Archived from the original on 1 August 2016. Retrieved 2 August 2016.
- ^ "'Bantipoola Janaki' songs released". Archived from the original on 17 September 2016. Retrieved 2 August 2016.
- ^ "Review : Banthi Poola Janaki". Archived from the original on 15 October 2016. Retrieved 30 November 2016.
- ^ "Banthipoola Janaki Movie Review". Archived from the original on 8 June 2023. Retrieved 20 March 2023.
