Razakar, also marketed as Razakar: The Silent Genocide Of Hyderabad, is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language epic historical action drama film written and directed by Yata Satyanarayana based on the events leading to Operation Polo in the erstwhile Princely state of Hyderabad.[2][3][4][5] The film is produced by Gudur Narayana Reddy, under Samarveer Creation LLP.[6] It was released on 15 March 2024.[7]
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| Directed by | Yata Satyanarayana |
| Screenplay by | Yata Satyanarayana |
| Story by | Yata Satyanarayana |
| Produced by | Gudur Narayana Reddy |
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| Cinematography | Kushendar Ramesh Reddy |
| Edited by | Tammiraju |
| Music by | Bheems Ceciroleo |
Production company | Samarveer Creations LLP |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
The film was critcized for its dynamics, promotion of right-wing Hindutva narrative and for distorting the historical realities including white washing the Hyderabad massacres where Muslims were massacred.[3][4][5]
Synopsis edit
The film depicts the struggle in the erstwhile Hyderabad State after India gained independence on August 15, 1947. While the rest of the country celebrated freedom and liberation, the British Hyderabad State remained under the control of the Nizam for another year. During this time, people faced oppression from the ruthless Razakars. The film depicts the atrocities committed by the Nizam and Razakars with extreme fanaticism and the courageous acts of the heroes who fought against them.[8]
Cast edit
- Bobby Simha as Rajireddy
- Tej Sapru as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- Makarand Deshpande as Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan
- Raj Arjun as Kasim Razvi
- Annusriya Tripathi as one of Mir Osman Ali Khan's wives
- Vedhika as Shanthavva
- Anasuya Bharadwaj as Pochamma
- Indraja as Chakali Ilamma
- Prema as Anthamma
- Thalaivasal Vijay as K. M. Munshi
- Chandhunadh as Bheemireddy Narasimha Reddy
- Tarak Ponnappa as Narayan Rao Pawar
- Arav Choudary as Major General J. N. Chaudhuri
- John Vijay as Mir Laiq Ali
- Cheluva Raj as Baswa Manaiah
Production edit
The film was shot at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad[9] and various other locations in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana.[citation needed]
Reception edit
The South First rated with 2.5/5 stars and added that it promotes "right-wing Hindutva narrative".[3] The Times Now has given 3.5/5 rating and noted that the movie "is a bold attempt to delve into a sensitive historical topic".[5]
References edit
- ^ "RAZAKAR – SILENT GENOCIDE OF HYDERABAD 15th March, 2024 – Film Information". 12 February 2024.
- ^ "'Razakar' Hindi version to release on Feb.10". The Hindu. 8 February 2024. Archived from the original on 28 February 2024.
- ^ a b c Pecheti, Prakash (15 March 2024). "'Razakar: Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Review: This right-wing Hindutva narrative falls into the 'commercial cinema' trap". The South First. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
- ^ a b Ravibabu, M. (17 October 2023). "How the Movie 'Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Sets Out to Distort History". The Wire. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
- ^ a b c Desk, TN Entertainment (15 March 2024). "Razakar Review: A Bold Attempt To Delve Into A Sensitive Historical Topic". TimesNow. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
- ^ "How the Movie 'Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Sets Out to Distort History".
- ^ "Razakar: The Silent Genocide Of Hyderabad Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos |eTimes". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ "Razakar Telugu Movie Review". 123telugu.com. 15 March 2024. Retrieved 9 April 2024.
- ^ Karri, Sriram (19 November 2022). "Razakar to aid BJP set context for Telangana on sets". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 1 April 2024.
External links edit
- Razakar at IMDb
- Razakar at Bollywood Hungama
