Cast
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Mahesh Babu
as 'Encounter' Shankar
Tamannaah Bhatia
as Saroja
Sonu Sood
as Damodar
Brahmanandam
as Delhi Suri
Rajendra Prasad
as Raja Rao
Ashish Vidhyarthi
as S.P.Mallikharjun
Nassar
as S.I.Dakshina Murthy
M. S. Narayana
as Database Danayya
Rao Ramesh
as Commissioner of Police
Raghu Babu
as Firangee
Ajay
as Collector Bharath
Posani Krishna Murali
as Sampangi
Shruti Haasan
as Special Appearance in "Junction Lo" Song
Vennela Kishore
as Prabhakar
Brahmaji
as Constable Chandra Sekhar
Crew
Director
- Sreenu Vaitla
Producer
- Anil Sunkara
- Ram Achanta
- Gopichand Achanta
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Aagadu 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 2014, 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 Aagadu took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 165 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 195 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 19, 2014
- Runtime: 2h 45m
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