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Anjali stars in the lead role in the Telugu web series Bahishkarana,streaming on Zee5 starting July 19. Directed by Mukesh Prajapati, this upcoming series under Pixel Pictures banner will feature Anjali in a dark, complex role. Other key roles are played by Ravindra Vijay, Ananya Nagalla, Srithej, Shanmukh, Mahboob Basha, and Chaitanya Sagiraju.
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Bahishkarana Series Review: Anjali’s Riveting Portrayal in a Tale of Love and Revenge
Renowned actress Anjali stars as a prostitute in the series ‘Bahishkarana,’ a rural revenge action drama directed by Mukesh Prajapati. The series also...read more
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as DarshiAnanya Nagalla
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Bahishkarana Series Review: Anjali's Riveting Portrayal in a Tale of Love and Revenge
Cast: Anjali, Ananya Nagalla, Chaitanya Sagiraju, Ravindra Vijay, Shanmukh, Mahaboob Basha, Sri Tej, Baby Chaitra, Sammeta Gandhi, and others.
Directed by: Mukesh Prajapati
Cinematography: Prasanna S. Kumar
Music by: Siddharth Sadashivuni
Editing: Raviteja Girijala
Producer: Prashant Malishetti
OTT Platform: ZEE5
Release Date: July 19, 2024
Renowned actress Anjali stars as a prostitute in the series 'Bahishkarana,' a rural revenge action drama directed by Mukesh Prajapati. The series also features significant roles by Ravindra Vijay, Ananya Nagalla, Sri Tej, Shanmukh, Mahaboob Basha, and Chaitanya Sagiraju. Promotional materials have already heightened expectations for this series, which premiered on ZEE5 on July 19, consisting of six episodes. Let's delve into the review to see how this web series fares.
Plot
Set in the 1990s in Peddapalli, a village in Guntur district, the story centers around Shivayya (Ravindra Vijay), the authoritarian village president whose influence manipulates the lives of the villagers, especially women. Among them is Pushpa (Anjali), who lives under his control as his concubine. Darshi (Sri Tej), an employee of Shivayya, falls in love with Pushpa and they plan to marry. However, Shivayya, feigning agreement, strategically sabotages their plans and instead marries Darshi to his niece, Lakshmi (Ananya Nagalla). Amidst this chaos, Darshi finds himself wrongly embroiled in a legal case. The unfolding drama explores who framed Darshi, his confrontation with Shivayya, the repercussions he faces, and how Pushpa, with the aid of Lakshmi, seeks revenge against Shivayya. The series delves into these compelling dynamics.
Performances
Anjali is captivating in the role of a prostitute. With her dialogues and mannerisms, she mesmerized the audience. She beautifully portrays the variations of a woman forced into a life she dislikes and struggling for her lover's affection. Anjali also shines in action sequences, particularly impressing in the climax. Sri Tej as Darshi delivers a compelling performance, embodying a young man from the lower strata who cannot tolerate injustice. Ananya Nagalla as Lakshmi offers a natural performance, while Ravindra Vijay as the villainous Shivayya delivers a solid performance, appearing powerful through his dialogues and looks. The rest of the cast adequately fulfill their roles.
Direction
Director Mukesh Prajapati crafts this series as a period revenge action drama. He brings to life the struggle of a prostitute fighting against the injustices done to her lover. The series vividly portrays how caste discriminations dominated rural areas in the past, showing how the upper classes oppressed the lower castes and particularly women. The series touches on delicate issues like caste and untouchability, giving importance to drama and emotions. However, despite a promising concept, the presentation feels routine and the series progresses flatly without significant twists. While the backdrop of prostitution offers a fresh element, the rest of the storyline recalls plots from older films. Some disturbing scenes aside, 'Bahishkarana' consistently entertains.
Technically
On the technical front, cinematographer Prasanna S. Kumar does an excellent job. His camera work effectively transports the audience back to the 1990s. Siddharth Sadashivuni's background score is a significant plus, elevating the action sequences to a higher level. The production values are also notably high.
Plus Points
- Anjali's performance
- Periodic revenge drama
- Background music
Minus Points
- Lack of twists
- Some boring scenes
Telugu.yousay.tv Rating: 3/5
July 20 , 2024
Tollywood New Directors: Wave of New Directors-Blockbuster Success with Debut Films!
A new era has begun in Tollywood. Innovative directors with fresh ideas are making their mark with blockbuster hits. While established directors like Puri Jagannadh, Harish Shankar, Srinu Vaitla, Ram Gopal Varma, V.V. Vinayak, Teja, and Gunasekar are struggling without hits, the new directors are capturing audiences and box office success with their debut films. They are attracting the Telugu audience with fresh stories and unique filmmaking styles, competing strongly at the box office even against big-budget films. Who are these young directors? What films have they made? Let's take a look.
Anji K. Maniputhra
The latest film 'Aay' featuring N.T. Rama Rao's brother-in-law, Nithiin, as the hero, marks the directorial debut of Anji K. Manikumar. Made on a modest budget, this film stood strong against big hero films like 'Double iSmart', 'Mr. Bachchan', and 'Thangalan' at the box office, securing good collections. The director has received praise for his distinctive style set against a Godavari backdrop, blending childhood friendships, innocence, and the local humor beautifully.
Yadu Vamsi
'Committee Kurrollu', produced by Mega daughter Niharika Konidela, created a sensation at the box office. This low-budget film directed by Yadu Vamsi garnered ₹17.76 crores (GROSS). It was his directorial debut, beautifully capturing a village setting with young characters. The narrative, infused with comedy and reminiscences of the 1990s, highlighted the bond among friends and the charm of rural Godavari settings, bringing acclaim to the director.
Mukesh Prajapati
The latest web series Bahishkarana, starring Anjali as a prostitute, marked the directorial debut of Mukesh Prajapati. Released on OTT platforms, the series was a hit, drawing significant viewership. The director vividly portrayed caste discrimination and the oppression of women and marginalized communities by village elders through this revenge drama.
Shouryuv
With the recent film 'Hi Nanna', Shouryuv made his directorial debut, captivating audiences with his approach to a typical subject. He skillfully depicted the relationship between a father and daughter, evoking deep emotions. His impact was evident as the film not only received positive reviews but also performed well at the box office, indicating his promising future as a director.
Kalyan Shankar
The recent hit youth entertainer 'MAD' was the debut venture of director Kalyan Shankar, which became a solid success. His first attempt proved his potential future in directing, captivating the college-going crowd with fun-filled scenes and witty dialogues that resonated well with the youth.
Karthik Dandu
With the film 'Virupaksha', Karthik Dandu stepped into the industry as a director, choosing a unique horror thriller concept that received acclaim. Featuring mega hero Sai Dharam Tej in the lead role, the film not only drew praises for Dandu's direction but also raked in up to ₹100 crores at the box office, establishing him as a promising new director in the industry.
Srikanth Odela
Nani's 'Dasara' film, grossing over ₹100 crores, was directed by debutant Srikanth Odela. Achieving a massive success with his first film, he attracted the attention of producers. Currently, he has not announced his next film, but Nani has praised his ability to produce outstanding cinema.
Venu Yeldandi
Initially entering the industry as a comedian, Venu transitioned to directing with the film 'Balagam', securing a blockbuster hit. His success filled producer Dil Raju's coffers, leading to readiness among producers to back his scripts. It is rumored that Venu will direct another film under Dil Raju's banner, possibly with hero Nani.
Prasanth Varma
Director Prasanth Varma entertained the audience with unique narrative films like 'Awe!', 'Kalki', and 'Zombie Reddy'. With 'Hanu Man', he became a Pan-India director, delivering a blockbuster that overshadowed films by stars like Mahesh, Venkatesh, and Nagarjuna during the 2024 Sankranthi season.
Gowtam Tinnanuri
Gowtam Tinnanuri introduced himself as a director with the film 'Jersey' starring Nani, which was a blockbuster hit and brought a shower of praises for Nani's performance. Gowtam's direction was highly recognized, and his debut film ensured that heroes and producers noticed him. He is currently directing 'VD12' with Vijay Deverakonda, featuring Bhagyashri Borse as the heroine.
Buchi Babu Sana
With his debut film 'Uppena', director Buchi Babu Sana caught everyone's attention. His next film announcement with Ram Charan surprised everyone, and it will feature Janhvi Kapoor as the heroine in a sports drama backdrop.
Tharun Bhascker
Known for 'Pelli Choopulu' and entertaining everyone with 'Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi', director Tharun Bhascker has excelled not only as a director but also as a dialogue writer. With 'Meeku Maathrame Cheptha', he also stepped into acting. His recent film, a youthful comedy entertainer 'Keedaa Cola', continues to secure his future in the industry.
August 27 , 2024
Latest OTT releases Telugu: Must-watch Films and Series This Weekend!
For those eager to watch new movies on OTT platforms, this week promises plenty of entertainment. A variety of Telugu films are debuting on streaming services this weekend, and some have already been released and are receiving positive viewership. In addition to these, several dubbed films and web series are poised to captivate audiences. Which films are these? Where can you stream them? What are their stories? We'll explore these questions in this article.
Harom Hara
Sudheer Babu's film "Harom Hara," released in theaters on June 14, received positive reviews but did not fare well in collections. However, it has just made its way to OTT. Streaming on Aha from July 15 and on ETV Win from July 18, the plot revolves around Subrahmanyam, a young man who comes to Kuppam to make a living. How does he confront the two brothers causing chaos there, and how does he become a god-like figure to the locals?
The Goat Life (Aadu Jeevitham)
After the blockbuster "Salaar," Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran stars in "The Goat Life," directed by award-winning director Blessy. Alongside Amala Paul, KR Gokul, and Jimmy Jean Louis playing key roles, this survival adventure was released on March 28 and achieved great success, collecting over Rs. 150 crores worldwide. It is streaming on Netflix from July 19 in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. The plot follows Najeeb (Prithviraj Sukumaran), who lives happily with his wife Sainu (Amala Paul). Influenced by a friend's advice, he decides to go to Dubai to earn money. Once there, Najeeb finds himself trapped by Khalip and is forced to herd sheep in a desert. What struggles does he endure to escape, and does he make it back to his family?
Music Shop Murthy
Starring Ajay Ghosh in the title role, "Music Shop Murthy," directed by Siva Paladugu, has recently arrived on OTT. Streaming on ETV Win from July 16, the film features Chandini Chowdary in a key role. The plot centers around Murthy (Ajay Ghosh), who at 52 years old, runs a music shop but dreams of becoming a DJ. Anjan (Chandini Chowdary), a trained DJ, meets Murthy by chance and decides to teach him. Does Murthy achieve success as a DJ in the city? What challenges does he face along the way?
Boomer Uncle
Featuring Tamil star comedian Yogi Babu in the lead role, "Boomer Uncle" includes Oviya and Robo Shankar in significant roles. Directed by Swadees M.S., the film was released in theaters in March and is coming to Aha in Telugu from July 20. The plot revolves around Nesam (Yogi Babu), who marries a foreign woman, Ami (Oviya). Due to certain circumstances, he decides to divorce her, and she agrees but with one condition. What is that condition, and why does he want a divorce?
Hotspot
"Hotspot," featuring Gouri G. Kishan, Adithya Bhaskar, Sandy, Ammu Abhirami, Janani, Subhash, Kalaiyarasan, and Sophia in major roles, is an anthology film that was released in Tamil on March 29 and received positive reviews. It started streaming on Aha in Telugu from July 17. The film consists of four stories centered around four women and their partners, exploring the developments in their relationships and how each couple manages to overcome their challenges.
Nagendran's Honeymoon
Starring National Award winner Suraj Venjaramoodu, the Malayalam web series "Nagendran's Honeymoon" is a dark comedy with the subtitle "1 Life 5 Wives." The series, which presents the concept of a husband going on a honeymoon with his five wives, starts streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from July 19 in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi. Directed by Renji Panicker, who has previously created popular series like Kerala Crime Files, Masterpiece, and Perillor Premier League, the series is anticipated to draw significant attention.
Bahishkarana
Featuring renowned actress Anjali in the role of a prostitute, the series "Bahishkarana" is streaming on Zee5 from July 19. This rural revenge action drama, directed by Mukesh Prajapati, stars Anjali alongside Ravindra Vijay, Ananya Nagalla, Sri Tej, Shanmukh, Mahaboob Basha, and Chaitanya Sagiraju in pivotal roles.
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Tribhuvan Mishra: CA Topper
Another intriguing web series making its debut on OTT this week is "Tribhuvan Mishra: CA Topper." Streaming on Netflix from July 18, the series is directed by Amit Raj. Coming from the creators of the Mirzapur series, this series is set to capture widespread attention. The plot follows Tribhuvan (Manav Kaul), a chartered accountant who enters into an affair with a female client, leading to dire consequences. A gangster decides to eliminate Tribhuvan, who has jeopardized his marriage. Does Tribhuvan manage to escape his fate?
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July 20 , 2024
August OTT Movies: List of Telugu Movies and Web Series Released in OTT Platforms in August and July
Various movies were released on different OTT platforms in the months of August and July. Those who missed these movies in theaters can now watch them directly on OTT. Along with the streaming platform, we are also providing the story of these movies for you. Enjoy watching the movie that suits your taste.
August OTT Releases: Telugu Movies and Web Series
Toofan
This film has been streaming on Amazon Prime Video since August 23. Released in theaters on August 9, the film was a failure and moved to OTT within two weeks. Delving into the story... Saleem (Vijay Antony) works as an agent in the Indian Secret Agency. He comes to the Andaman Islands to live in solitude. In the process of saving a dog, he meets Soumya (Megha Akash). However, Soumya faces problems from a local loan shark, Dali. What are those problems? How did Salim support her? How did he confront Dali? That's the story.
Kalki 2898 AD
The movie 'Kalki 2898 AD', starring Prabhas, is streaming on two major OTT platforms. Available on Amazon Prime and Netflix from August 22, you can watch Kalki in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada on Amazon Prime, while the Hindi version is available on Netflix. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film has grossed over Rs. 1200 crores worldwide. Notable stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Deepika Padukone play the lead roles.
Raayan
Directed by Dhanush, this action thriller 'Raayan' has recently reached audiences and has been a hit, achieving significant box office success. It is set to entertain OTT audiences this week, streaming on Amazon Prime from August 23. Tollywood actor Sundeep Kishan plays a key role, with Kalidas Jayaram, Dushara Vijayan, S.J. Suryah, and Sharavanan in other roles.
Grrr
This film has been streaming on Disney+ Hotstar since August 20 and has received positive feedback. It is trending at the top on Hotstar. Moving to the story... A drunkard enters a lion enclosure, prompting a security guard to intervene. How did both of them escape from the lion's clutches? That's the story.
My Perfectt Husband
This film has been streaming on Disney Hotstar since August 16. With positive feedback, it's trending at the top on OTT. Delving into the story, Satyaraj works as a lecturer at a women's college. His wife, Rekha, takes pride in the fact that her husband never even glances at another woman. However, Satyaraj had a childhood sweetheart. After many years, she re-enters Satyaraj's life. What does Rekha do when she learns about their past affair? What happened in the past? That is the story.
Evol
Due to its bold content, this film faced objections from the censor board, leading the makers to release it directly on OTT instead of theaters. 'Evol' has been streaming on Aha OTT since August 15. Moving to the story, A girl falls in love with two friends at the same time and gets physically close to them. Did she truly love both, or was it a trap? What situations did this love story lead to? That's the story.
Manorathangal
Starring prominent South Indian stars like Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, Mammootty, and Fahadh Faasil, the latest series 'Manorathangal' was released on OTT on August 15. Available on Zee5 in Telugu, Hindi, and other South Indian languages, this series, based on stories written by renowned writer and director M.T. Vasudevan, has been well-received on OTT.
Veeranjaneyulu Vihara Yatra
Streaming on ETV Win from August 14, this new movie is trending at the top on this OTT platform. Senior actor Naresh, Srilakshmi, and young actors Rag Mayur, and Priya Vadlamani play key roles in this series.
Darling
Starring Priyadarshi and Nabha Natesh, 'Darling' came to OTT just a month after its theatrical release. Streaming on Hotstar from August 13, the director combined humor with the issue of multiple personality disorder to craft this movie. The film, which entered theaters on July 19, was not very successful.
Bharateeyudu 2
The film 'Bharateeyudu 2', a collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Director Shankar, is now on OTT. Streaming on Netflix since August 9, this film is available in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada. Released in theaters on July 12, the film was a disaster and also faced several criticisms. It remains to be seen how it will fare with OTT audiences.
Turbo
'Turbo' has been streaming on Sony Liv since August 9 and has gained good reception on OTT. Moving to the story... Turbo Jos (Mammootty) is a jeep driver. In an attempt to help his friend Jerry win his love, he ends up fleeing to Chennai when the police file a case against him. Meanwhile, a gangster kills Jerry and tries to kill his girlfriend. How did Jos save her? Why did the gangster kill Jerry? How did Jos avenge his friend's death? That's the story.
Theppa Samudram
Streaming on Aha OTT since August 3, this film has garnered positive feedback. Moving to the story... In the village of Theppa Samudram, school children start disappearing. SI Ganesh (Chaitanya Rao) steps in to solve the case, while reporter Indu (Kishori Dhatrik) also investigates. What shocking truths do they uncover? What are those realities? How did Ganesh crack the case? That's the story.
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July OTT Releases: Telugu Movies and Web Series
Aham Reboot
Starring Sumanth in a solo performance, 'Aham Reboot' quietly made its way to OTT. Skipping theaters, it started streaming on Aha from July 1. Directed by Prashanth Sagar Atlluri, this psychological thriller movie was made very experimentally. With only one character in a single room and a radio show as the backdrop, the story of 'Aham Reboot' unfolds.
Sasimadhanam
The Telugu web series Sasimadhanam, a romantic love drama, is ready for streaming this week. It premiered on the ETV Win platform starting July 4. Pavan Sidhu and Sonia Pradhan play the roles, having already become popular together in several short films. It's also known that they are in a relationship. The series will showcase their chemistry.
Mirzapur Season 3
The craze for the Mirzapur series on Amazon Prime needs no special introduction. The first two seasons released in Hindi and other South Indian languages were very successful. Now, 'Mirzapur Season 3' is coming out this week, streaming from July 5 on Amazon. The series is available in Hindi, Telugu, and other South Indian languages. At the end of Season 2, after Munna (Divyendu Sharma) dies at the hands of Guddu (Ali Fazal), the throne of Mirzapur comes to Guddu's feet. How did Guddu rule Mirzapur that was in the hands of Kaleen Bhaiya (Pankaj Tripathi)? What did the local gangs do to seize Mirzapur from Guddu? How did Guddu fight against them? This will be shown in Season 3.
Maharaja
The recent Tamil movie starring Vijay Sethupathi, 'Maharaja,' has locked its OTT release date. Since July 12, this movie has been streaming on Netflix. Available in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, and Kannada, 'Maharaja' which marks the 50th film in Vijay Sethupathi's career, created a sensation in theaters and surprisingly grossed Rs. 100 crores. Those who missed watching this movie in theaters are eagerly waiting to watch it on OTT.
Dhoomam
Starring Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil, with Aparna Balamurali as the lead actress, 'Dhoomam' was produced by Hombale Films and released last year with moderate success. Now, it's ready to captivate Telugu audiences, streaming on Aha OTT from July 11.
Hot Spot
The movie 'Hotspot' has been streaming on Aha OTT since July 17. The movie comprises four stories revolving around four young women and their partners. What changes occurred in their relationships? How did the couples overcome their challenges? That's the story.
The Goat Life (Aadujeevitham)
After the blockbuster 'Salaar', Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran starred in 'The Goat Life' directed by award-winning director Blessy. Amala Paul, KR Gokul, and Jimmy Jean Louis play key roles. This survival adventure film was released on March 28 and achieved great success, grossing over Rs. 150 crores worldwide. Since July 19, it has been streaming on Netflix in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi.
Bahishkarana
The movie Bahishkarana has been streaming on Zee5 since July 19. Moving to the story... In Peddapalli village, Shivayya (Ravindra Vijay) is the president, and his word is law. Pushpa (Anjali) lives as his concubine. Darshi (Sritej), who works for Shivayya, loves Pushpa. Due to a conspiracy by Shivayya, Darshi ends up marrying his cousin and even goes to jail in a case. How did Pushpa fight for the injustice done to her lover? That's the story.
Nagendran's Honeymoons
Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from July 19, this film has received good reception and is trending at the top. Nagendran is a laid-back individual without much responsibility. On his friend's advice, he decides to go to Kuwait. Needing money, he secretly marries five women for dowry. His life takes a turn with his last marriage to Mori (Ammu Abhirami). What happened next? That's the story.
Raju Yadav
Starring Getup Srinu as the lead, 'Raju Yadav' made noise in theaters in May and entered OTT on July 24, available on Aha. Directed by Krishnamachari, this movie features Srinu as a troubled individual, bringing laughs throughout. Ankita Karat played the heroine.
Shakhahaari
This film, which had a successful theatrical run after its February release, came to OTT much later. It is now trending at the top on Amazon Prime OTT. Moving to the story… Subbanna runs a tiffin center. One day, Vijay, a prisoner escaping from police, comes to Subbanna with injuries and eventually dies there. Meanwhile, SI Mallikarjuna goes in search of him. What happened next? How did Subbanna hide the body? What injustice happened to Vijay? How did Subbanna seek revenge? That's the story.
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August 24 , 2024