Cast
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Venkatesh
as Parvataneni Tulasi Ram
Nayanthara
as Vasundhara
Vijayakumar
as Dasaradha Ramayya
Ashish Vidhyarthi
as Veeranna
Rahul Dev
as Basavaraju
Ramya Krishnan
as Dr. Surekha
Sivaji Sontineni
as Harsha
Ali Basha
as Apartment Owner
Ahuti Prasad
as Raghavendra
Subbaraju
as Ravi
Riyaz Khan
as Shankar
Jhansi
as Kokapet Aunty
Jayaprakash Reddy
as Chandrayya
Raghu Babu
as
Ravi Babu
as
Crew
Director
- Boyapati Srinu
Producer
- Daggubati Suresh Babu
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Tulasi 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 Boyapati Srinu 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 2007, 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 Tulasi took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 150 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 179 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The costume department created over 220 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 70 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 12, 2007
- Runtime: 2h 30m