Devullu (transl. Gods) is a 2000 Telugu-language supernatural film directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. It stars Prithvi, Raasi, Master Nandan, Baby Nitya, while Suman, Srikanth, Rajendra Prasad, Ramya Krishna, Laya were in supporting roles and music was composed by Vandemataram Srinivas. It was produced by Chegondi Haribabu, Karatam Rambabu under the Babu Pictures banner.[1] The film was dubbed in Tamil as Kuzhanthayum Deivamum.[2]
| Devullu | |
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| Directed by | Kodi Ramakrishna |
| Screenplay by | Kodi Ramakrishna |
| Story by | Babu Pictures Unit |
| Dialogue by |
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| Produced by | Chegondi Haribabu Karatam Rambabu |
| Starring | Babloo Prithiveeraj Raasi Suman Srikanth Rajendra Prasad Laya |
| Cinematography | Kodi Lakshman |
| Edited by | Suresh Tata |
| Music by | Vandemataram Srinivas |
Production company | Babu Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 149 mins |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Plot edit
Prashanth is a popular singer who weds his fan Nirmala. Soon after, Prasanth's career falters just as Nirmala's singing career begins to thrive. Eventually, the couple is blessed with two kids Chintu and Bhavani. Therein, ego clashes arise between the duo, due to the popularity of Nirmala that overshaws Prashanth which leads to the talk of divorce and the kids become victims of it. During that plight, the children learn from their grandmother that all these sinister occurrences are because she forgot to accomplish several solemn vows at seven holy places Kanipakam, Tirumala, Bhadrachalam, Vijayawada, Srisailam, Shiridi and Sabarimala, respectively. Right now, the children decide to keep those promises to get their parents back together. The rest of the story is about how they succeed with the help of Gods.
Cast edit
- Prithvi as Prashanth
- Raasi as Nirmala
- Master Nandan as Chintu
- Nitya Shetty as Bhavani
- Suman as Lord Venkateswara
- Kalpana as Goddess Alamelu
- Srikanth as Lord Rama
- Laya as Goddess Sita
- Rajendra Prasad as Lord Hanuman
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam as Mushika
- Ramya Krishnan as Goddess Durga / Bhramarambika
- Vijayachander as Sai Baba
- Anil Meka as Lakshmana
- Allu Ramalingaiah as Contractor
- Ali as Street Magician
- M. S. Narayana as Lawyer
- Tanikella Bharani as TV Anchor
- A. V. S. as Prashanth's assistant
- Babu Mohan as Prashanth's maternal uncle
- Costumes Krishna as Thief
- Prudhvi Raj as Lord Venkateswara
- Radha Bai as Prasanth's mother
- Radha Prasanthi as Nirmala's sister
- Kalpana Rai
- Master Tanish as Lord Ayyappa
Soundtrack edit
| Devullu | ||||
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| Released | 2000 | |||
| Genre | Soundtrack | |||
| Length | 39:19 | |||
| Label | Aditya Music | |||
| Producer | Vandemataram Srinivas | |||
| Vandemataram Srinivas chronology | ||||
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Music composed by Vandemataram Srinivas. Lyrics written by Jonnavithhula Ramalingeswara Rao. Music released on ADITYA Music Company.[3] The songs were well received.
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Vakarthunda Mahakaya" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | 4:48 |
| 2. | "Andari Bandhuvayya" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | 5:43 |
| 3. | "Sirulanosagu Sukhashanthulu" | Swarnalatha, Sujatha | 5:33 |
| 4. | "Maha Kanaka Durga" | S. Janaki | 5:10 |
| 5. | "Ayyappa Devaya" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | 5:23 |
| 6. | "Nee Prema Kore" | K. S. Chithra, Swarnalatha | 4:55 |
| 7. | "Shanti Nikethana" | K. S. Chithra, Rajesh Krishnan | 5:23 |
| 8. | "Govinda Govinda" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | 1:41 |
| Total length: | 39:19 | ||
Reception edit
A critic from Sify wrote that "There are certain discrepancies and loopholes in the script though. While there is no single shot of parents loving their kids, the love for parents shown by the children looks a little strange. However, on the whole the film is quite interesting and for those of the audience who are into religious films, Devulu will be a treat".[4]
Awards edit
References edit
- ^ "Devullu". Fullhyd.com. Archived from the original on 23 October 2016. Retrieved 6 May 2016.
- ^ Mannath, Malini. "Kuzhanthayum Deivamum". ChennaiOnline. Archived from the original on 6 April 2005. Retrieved 14 March 2022.
- ^ "Devullu (Songs)". Raaga. Archived from the original on 13 April 2016. Retrieved 6 May 2016.
- ^ IndiaBytes Bureau. "Review: Devulu". Sify. Archived from the original on 11 January 2005. Retrieved 6 December 2003.
