Cast
View AllSatyadev Kancharana
as Uma Maheswara Rao
Hari Chandana
as Swathi
Naresh
as Babji
Roopa Koduvayur
as Jyothi
Suhas
as Korra Suhas
Ravindra Vijay
as Jognath
Jabardasth Ramprasad
as Chandru
Raghavan
as Manohar Rao
Thummala Narasimha Reddy
as Nancharayya
Karuna Kumar
as Karuna
Venkatesh Maha
as Tea Seller (Cameo Appearance)
Crew
Director
- Venkatesh Maha
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya 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 Venkatesh Maha 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 2020, 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 Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 136 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 164 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 45 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 30, 2020
- Runtime: 2h 16m
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