
Young director Sujeeth (HBD Sujeeth) has carved a unique niche for himself in Tollywood. Although he has directed only two films so far, he has garnered a craze that many directors achieve only after many more films. Starting with 'Run Raja Run' as a director, Sujeeth caught everyone's attention at the pan-India level with 'Saaho'. Currently, he is directing 'OG' with Pawan Kalyan, capturing the mega fans' focus. Today, this talented director steps into his 34th year. Let's take a look at some secrets of his career.



Making Short Films at 17



Sujeeth Reddy was born in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, on October 26, 1990. Initially dreaming of becoming a Chartered Accountant, his growing interest in films led him to enroll in the L.V. Prasad Film &amp; TV Academy. He started making short films on YouTube at the age of 17 and has directed over 30 short films to date.







Creativity in Short Films



Typically, YouTube short films are made on a low budget and are not expected to meet high standards. However, Sujeeth's films like 'Run Raja Run', 'Prema Ishq Kaadhal', 'Thokkalo Love Story', 'Vesham', 'Yuddham', 'Prema Care of Drama', and 'Indian Idol' surprised the film industry with their richness and showcased his mesmerizing creativity.



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Initial Family Resistance



When Sujeeth expressed his desire to become a director, his family was initially reluctant. However, seeing his dedication to cinema, they eventually supported his decision. His mother even bought him his first camera with her own money, marking the beginning of his journey in the industry.







Guidance from Puri Jagannadh



Upon entering the industry with the aim to direct, Sujeeth initially decided to work as an assistant director under Puri Jagannadh. Meeting him, Puri recognized Sujeeth's abundant directorial skills and encouraged him to pursue directing.







Director at 23



While trying for a directorial break, UV Creations recognized Sujeeth's talent and offered him a chance to direct 'Run Raja Run'. Thus, at just 23, Sujeeth became a director and achieved solid success with his debut film.







Turning a Short Film into a Feature



Interestingly, 'Run Raja Run', which brought him significant recognition, was originally a short film that Sujeeth transformed into his first full-length feature by making a few changes to the story.







Before 'Baahubali'



UV Creations, which produced Prabhas's 'Mirchi', planned a second film with him and accepted a story from Sujeeth, which Prabhas liked. However, 'Baahubali' has not been released yet. After 'Baahubali', Prabhas's fame skyrocketed, leading Sujeeth to make adjustments to the story, and thus 'Saaho' was made on a pan-India scale. Despite not achieving expected success, Sujeeth's work at such a young age surprised everyone.



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From Fan to Directing Pawan Kalyan



Sujeeth has been a fervent fan of Power Star Pawan Kalyan, mentioning in interviews that he went to see 'Johnny' with a band around his head and kept it for seven days. He also attended 'Gabbar Singh' release as a rally. Rising from that stage to directing Pawan Kalyan in 'OG' is no small feat.







Love for Japanese Cinema



Director Sujeeth has a special affinity for Japanese cinema, which he openly discussed in interviews. He mentioned that Japanese films also influenced 'OG', the film he is currently directing with Pawan Kalyan.



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Traveling with Friends



Whenever Sujeeth gets time, he loves to travel with his friends around the world, sharing pictures from their trips on his Instagram.



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Passion for Cricket



Sujeeth is a big cricket enthusiast, frequently mentioning Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar as his favorite players.







Devotion



Sujeeth is quite devout, often visiting temples whenever he finds the time.



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Married to His Sweetheart



Director Sujeeth had a love marriage in 2020, tying the knot with Pravallika in the presence of family members.




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Nominated as Best Debut Director



For his first film 'Run Raja Run', Sujeeth was nominated as the Best Debut Director at the Nandi Awards. His second film, 'Saaho', earned him a Best Director award at the SIIMA.







Birthday Special Video



Today, on director Sujeeth's birthday, the 'OG' team shared a special video sending him birthday wishes, compiling clips related to Sujeeth from the shooting spot. This video, a birthday gift from DVV Entertainments, is currently going viral.




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With the advent of OTT platforms, there has been a significant shift in viewer preferences. People are increasingly interested in watching new movies and series from the comfort of their homes. In response, popular OTT platforms are continuously entertaining the audience by releasing new films every week. This weekend, several intriguing movies and web series are making their way to OTT platforms. So, which movies are they? Where are they streaming? What are their storylines? Let's find out.



Usha Parinayam&nbsp;



Directed by star director K. Vijaya Bhaskar and featuring Sree Kamal as the hero, with Tanvi Akaanksha as the heroine, this film was released in August this year and received mixed reviews. Now, it's ready to charm the OTT audience. Streaming on the Telugu OTT platform ETV Win starting November 14, the plot revolves around Honey (Sree Kamal), who initially rejects Usha during a matchmaking session. However, he later falls for her, only to find out she is engaged to someone else. What does Honey do next? Does he win Usha's love?







Maa Nanna Superhero&nbsp;



The recent Telugu movie Maa Nanna SuperHero, starring Sudheer Babu was directed by Abhilash Reddy and seemed promising when it released on October 11. It's now captivating OTT audiences, streaming on Amazon Prime since November 13. The story unfolds as Johnny (Sudheer Babu), who becomes an orphan early in his life when his father (Saichand) is jailed, is adopted by a stockbroker named Srinivas (Shayaji Shinde). However, Srinivas starts to resent him as his life spirals into debt after Johnny's arrival. Despite this, Johnny continues to show affection towards his foster father, who ends up in deep trouble with a political leader. How does Johnny save him? Does he meet his real father or not?







Deadpool &amp; Wolverine



This Hollywood blockbuster from the Marvel &amp; Deadpool cinematic universe has recently arrived on OTT. Released worldwide on July 26, the film features Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool, and has been a huge hit. Now streaming on Disney+ Hotstar in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil, the plot involves Wade Wilson (Deadpool), who works as a car salesman leading a normal life until he's abducted by the Time Variance Authority. Taken to Earth 616, he needs Wolverine's help. What is Earth 616? Why was Deadpool taken there? What adventures do Deadpool and Wolverine undertake?







Freedom At Midnight



Based on a book, this interesting series directed by Nikhil Advani discusses the political developments following India's independence in 1947, against the backdrop of Gandhi's role. Streaming in Hindi and Telugu on SonyLiv starting November 15, this series delves deep into the era’s tumultuous events.







Adithattu



Directed by Jijo Antony, this Malayalam film stars Sunny Wayne and Shine Tom Chacko and was released in June 2022, receiving positive reviews. Nearly two years later, it's coming to OTT, streaming in Telugu on Amazon Prime starting November 15. The story centers on Ambrose and Marcos, fishermen who venture into the sea with three others, where one of them dies. Suspicion falls within the group, leading to intense conflicts. Who is the real murderer?







Devara



If you haven't caught up with the superhit films from last week, take this weekend to watch them on OTT. Featuring Jr NTR, "Devara" was globally released on September 27 and has been streaming on Netflix since November 8. The plot revolves around a cluster of four villages on a hill next to the ocean, known collectively as the Red Sea. Here, Devara (NTR) along with Bhairav (Saif Ali Khan), Rayappa, and Kunjara, lead the villages. They live by smuggling goods across the ocean, but Devara decides to stop the smuggling to prevent further loss. What happens next? How does Devara confront Bhairav? What becomes of Devara after he ventures into the sea? Why does his son Vara become fearful?







Vettaiyan



Starring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, this Tamil hit movie "Vettaiyan" also arrived on OTT last week, streaming on Prime Video since November 8. The film, which also features Rana, Fahadh Faasil, and Manju Warrier, follows SP Adiyan (Rajinikanth) who manages to dismantle a marijuana mafia following a complaint by schoolteacher Sharanya (Dushara Vijayan). After Sharanya's unexpected transfer to Chennai, she becomes a victim of a rape murder, sparking major protests. The government assigns Adiyan to the case. What is the reason behind Sharanya’s murder? What is the education mafia behind it? How does Adiyan bring justice to Sharanya?







ARM



Featuring Malayalam star hero Tovino Thomas, the movie "ARM" has been streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar since November 8, available in Malayalam and Telugu. The plot revolves around Ajay (Tovino Thomas), who does small jobs in his village. The ancient lamp in the village temple, guarded by Ajay’s family for generations, is more valuable than gold. Sudhev Varma plots to steal the lamp and frame Ajay. How does Ajay protect the lamp this time? What is the history of this artifact? Who are Kunjikelu and Maniyan in the story?







Citadel: Honey Bunny



Starring Samantha and Varun Dhawan, this highly anticipated web series "Citadel: Honey Bunny" came to OTT last week, streaming on Amazon from November 7 in Hindi and Telugu. The plot follows Bunny (Varun Dhawan), a stuntman who also works as a secret agent. He recruits Honey (Samantha), whom he met during a shooting, for a mission. The two grow closer, but Bunny believes Honey dies during the mission. However, eight years later, he learns that Honey is alive and they have a daughter. Meanwhile, a gang is trying to kill Honey and her daughter. What does Bunny do? How do Honey and Bunny confront the villain gang? Why is the gang after Honey?







Janaka Aithe Ganaka



Starring young hero Suhas, the latest film "Janaka Aithe Ganaka" directed by Sandeep Reddy Bandla and featuring Sangeerthan Vipin as the heroine, also includes Rajendra Prasad, Goparaju Ramana, Vennela Kishore, and Murali Sharma in key roles. Released in theaters on October 12, the film garnered mixed reactions at the box office and has been streaming on Aha since November 8. The plot revolves around Prasad (Suhas), from a middle-class family, who believes he can’t give his best and decides against having children even two years into his marriage. Unexpectedly, his wife becomes pregnant, leading Prasad to sue the condom company. What happens next? How does becoming a father change Prasad? Did he win the case?







Upcoming OTT Movies &amp; Web Series…&nbsp;



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Cast: Sudheer Babu, Sayaji Shinde, Harshith Reddy, Aamani, Raj Sundaram, Shashank, Sai Chand, Arna, Chandra Vempati, and othersDirector: Abhilash KankarMusic: Jai KrishnaCinematography: Sameer KalyaniEditing: Anil Kumar. PProducer: Sunil BalusuRelease Date: October 11, 2024



'Maa Nanna Super Hero' is a film starring Sudheer Babu in the lead role, directed by Abhilash Reddy Kankar. Arna plays the female lead, and Sayaji Shinde and Sai Chand appear in key roles. The movie, released on October 11 as a Dasara gift, had premiered a day before. So, how is this movie? Did the father-son sentiment strike a chord with the audience? Did it bring success to Sudheer Babu, who has been struggling with a series of flops? Let's find out in this review.



Plot



Prakash (Sai Chand) is a truck driver whose wife dies after giving birth to their child. Unable to take care of the newborn, Prakash leaves the child in an orphanage and goes away for work. Unexpectedly, he gets arrested and ends up spending 20 years in jail. On the other hand, a stockbroker named Srinivas (Sayaji Shinde) adopts the child, Johnny (Sudheer Babu). Since Johnny’s arrival, Srinivas's life has turned upside down, leading to financial troubles. He blames Johnny for his misfortune and harbors resentment towards him, while Johnny still loves Srinivas deeply and tries to pay off his debts while taking care of him. Meanwhile, Srinivas ends up owing a powerful politician one crore rupees. At the same time, Johnny meets his biological father, Prakash. What happens next? How does Johnny work to pay off Srinivas's debt? Does Srinivas finally understand Johnny’s love? To find out, you need to watch the movie.







Performance Analysis



In 'Maa Nanna Superhero,' Sudheer Babu presents a different side compared to his previous films. Known for showcasing his physique in action movies, this time, he impresses with his mature acting, bringing out the emotions perfectly and striving for recognition as a complete actor. Sayaji Shinde gives a good performance as the foster father, though his character lacks depth. Sai Chand, as the biological father, lives the role with his trademark acting. Most of the important scenes revolve around these three characters. Arna, as the heroine, doesn’t have much importance in the story but manages to make an impression with her glamour in some scenes. The rest of the cast has done a decent job within their scope.



Direction



For those who have watched Tamil and Malayalam films and wondered why such feel-good movies aren't made in Telugu, this film will bring joy. Director Abhilash Kankar chose an emotionally touching story. The plot revolves around the emotional journey of a father separated from his child at a young age and the complexities of a foster father-son relationship. However, the director took considerable time to establish Johnny's love for his father. Only after the emotional buildup does the real story begin. The first half focuses on Sudheer Babu and Sayaji Shinde's relationship, while Sai Chand's character comes into play in the second half, making it more emotional. The last 20 minutes are particularly heart-wrenching for the audience. The slow pace of the narration and lack of commercial elements are the negatives.



Technical Aspects



In terms of technical aspects, Jai Krishna's background score is a big plus for the film. The cinematography is also impressive. However, the editing could have been better. Trimming some lagging scenes would have improved the film.



Plus Points



StorySudheer Babu's performanceBackground score



Minus Points



Slow narrationLack of commercial elements



Telugu.yousay.tv Rating: 3/5


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There was a time when audiences relied on theaters for entertainment. With the advent of OTT platforms, that entertainment is now accessible in every home. These platforms provide the convenience of watching new movies and series from the comfort of your couch. Leading OTT platforms release fresh content every week, keeping the audience entertained. This weekend, too, several interesting films and web series are debuting on OTT. What are they, where can you stream them, and what are their plots? Let’s dive in.



Bagheera



Starring Sri Murali and Rukmini Vasanth in lead roles, Bagheera is directed by Dr. Suri. Released during Diwali on October 31 in multiple languages, the movie is now ready to entertain on OTT. It will be streaming on Netflix from November 21. The plot revolves around Vedant Prabhakar (Sri Murali), who dreams of becoming a superhero since childhood. Following his mother’s advice, he becomes a powerful police officer. Under his tenure, crime in Mangalore was completely controlled. However, what emotional turning point changes Vedant’s life? Why does this honest officer turn corrupt? What events lead him to become Bagheera? How does he confront Rana (Garuda Ram), who is involved in organ trafficking? These questions form the crux of the story.







Martin



Featuring Dhruva Sarja and Vaibhavi Shandilya, Martin is a Kannada action thriller that recently hit the screens and has now landed on OTT. It is available in Telugu on Aha from November 19, and also on Amazon Prime in Telugu and other South Indian languages. The plot follows Arjun, an Indian who gets arrested in Pakistan. After escaping, Arjun discovers that the reason for his imprisonment is Martin. Who is Martin? Why did he target Arjun? And what led Arjun to Pakistan? The story unfolds these mysteries.







Kishkindha Kaandam



For those looking for a good psychological thriller this weekend, Kishkindha Kaandam is an excellent choice. Starring Asif Ali and Aparna Balamurali, this Malayalam film was recently released to critical acclaim. It started streaming on Hotstar from November 19 and is also available in Telugu. The story revolves around Aparna (Aparna Balamurali) and Ajay (Asif Ali), a married couple. Ajay’s father, Appu Pillai, is a retired army major. One day, his gun goes missing, leading to an investigation that reveals shocking truths to Aparna. What is Appu Pillai’s past? What happened to his wife and second son? Is Ajay connected to their disappearance? The answers lie in the story.







Laggam



With Sai Ronak and Pragya Nagra in lead roles, Laggam is directed by Ramesh Cheppala. Set against the backdrop of a Telangana wedding, this film was released on October 25 to positive reviews. It will be streaming on Aha from November 22. The plot revolves around Sadanandam, who is impressed by his nephew Chaitanya’s software career and decides to marry his daughter Manasa to him. Sadanandam even plans a dowry (Laggam) for the wedding. However, Chaitanya resigns from his job, leading Sadanandam to halt the wedding. Meanwhile, Manasa, who initially wasn’t interested in the marriage, falls for Chaitanya. Does the wedding happen? Find out in the story.







Alien: Romulus



For fans of Hollywood, an exciting sci-fi movie, Alien: Romulus, has made its way to OTT. After making waves at the global box office, it is now streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from November 21 in English, Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil. The plot centers on space settlers who scavenge materials from an abandoned space station. During their search, they are attacked by a strange alien creature. Do they survive? That’s the story.







I Hate Love



Starring Subbu, Srivalli, and Kittayya, I Hate Love comes with the tagline "I Fell in Love." Directed by Venkatesh V, the movie hit theaters on February 16 and is now streaming on ETV Win after nine months, starting November 21. The story follows Rambabu, who dislikes the idea of love but unexpectedly falls for a young woman named Seetha. However, her father, fearing societal norms, opposes their marriage. How does Rambabu win his love? The rest of the story answers this question.







Repati Velugu



A new love entertainer, Repati Velugu, started streaming on ETV Win on November 21. Directed by Veeran, the film features Shatru, Prashant Karthi, Vismaya Sri, and Adwik Bandaru. Repati Velugu touches on significant social issues and is an emotional drama.







Usha Parinayam



Released on November 14 on ETV Win, Usha Parinayam features Sree Kamal as the lead, directed by star filmmaker K. Vijay Bhaskar. Tanvi Akanksha plays the heroine. The film, which hit theaters in August, garnered mixed reviews from the youth. The plot follows Honey (Sree kamal), who rejects Usha during a matchmaking session, only to later work with her in a fashion company. Gradually, he starts liking her, but Usha gets engaged to someone else. Does Honey win her love? The story reveals.







Maa Nanna Super Hero



Starring Sudheer Babu and directed by Abhilash Reddy, Maa Nanna Super Hero was released on October 11 and is now streaming on Amazon Prime from November 13. The story revolves around Johnny (Sudheer Babu), who becomes an orphan after his father (Saichand) goes to jail. Adopted by Srinivas, a stockbroker (Shayaji Shinde), Johnny's arrival disrupts Srinivas’ life, pushing him into debt. Srinivas grows to resent Johnny, but Johnny continues to show love towards him. When Srinivas lands in trouble with a politician, how does Johnny help? Does he reunite with his biological father? That’s the plot.







Deadpool &amp; Wolverine



The Hollywood blockbuster Deadpool &amp; Wolverine recently made its OTT debut. Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil, the film features Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool. The plot revolves around Wade Wilson, alias Deadpool, a car salesman living a simple life. One day, he is abducted by Paradox operatives from the Time Variance Authority and taken to Earth 616. Deadpool needs Wolverine’s help to navigate this new reality. What is Earth 616? Why was Deadpool taken there? What adventures do Deadpool and Wolverine embark on? That’s the story.







Upcoming Movies and Series on OTT



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