Cast
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Chiranjeevi
as Govindarajulu "Govinda" / Siddharth "Siddhu"
Rimi Sen
as Swetha
Tabu
as Shanthi
Prakash Raj
as Veerendra "Eeru Babu"
Hema
as Jhansi
M. S. Narayana
as Tatharao
Krishna Bhagavan
as Govinda's Friend
Venu Madhav
as Govinda's Friend
Kaikala Satyanarayana
as Govinda's Uncle
Sunil Varma
as Sathi Babu
Rakshita
as Janaki
Brahmanandam
as Siddhu's Co-Reporter
Pradeep Ram Singh Rawat
as Satti Pehelwan
Salim Baig
as Pandu
Dharmavarupu Subramanyam
as Hi-Tech Priest
Crew
Director
- Sreenu Vaitla
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Andarivaadu examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Sreenu Vaitla brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2005, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Andarivaadu took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 145 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 201 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 45 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2005, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 4, 2005
- Runtime: 2h 25m