Cast
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Venkatesh
as Venkataratnam Naidu / Venky Mama
Naga Chaitanya Akkineni
as Captain Karthik Shivaram
Raashii Khanna
as Harika
Payal Rajput
as Vennela
Nassar
as Ramanarayana
Prakash Raj
as Brigadier Vijay Prakash
Brahmaji
as
Adithya Menon
as Colonel Ajay Ahuja
Chammak Chandra
as Nukaraju
Kishore
as Major Anwar Sadat
Posani Krishna Murali
as
Rao Ramesh
as MLA Pasupathi
Sampath Raj
as
Vidyullekha Raman
as Candy
Srinivasa Reddy
as
Crew
Director
- Bobby Kolli
Producer
- Sujith Kumar Kolli
- Daggubati Suresh Babu
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Venky Mama 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 Bobby Kolli 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 2019, 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 Venky Mama took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $3.5 million, the film proved to be a financial success, earning back its investment and more.
- The final cut of the film runs for 149 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 201 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 238 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 13, 2019
- Runtime: 2h 29m
- Budget: $3,500,000
- Revenue: $10,000,000
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