Cast
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Krishna
as Vikrama Simha / Aditya Vardhana
Jaya Prada
as Princess Alakananda Devi
Kanta Rao
as Maharajah of Dasarna
Radha
as Jaswanthi
Kaikala Satyanarayana
as Rajguru
Mandakini
as Chandana Gandhi / Visha Kanya
Gummadi
as Minister of Avanti
M. Balayya
as Army chief of Dasarna
Prabhakar Reddy
as Minister of Dasarna
Giri Babu
as Ugra Rahu Army chief of Avanthi
Amjad Khan
as Bhokkudu
Crew
Director
- Krishna
Writer
- Krishna
Producer
- Krishna
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Simhasanam examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Krishna 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 1986, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Simhasanam took approximately 9 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 205 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 3 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 466 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1986, when this film was released:
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 4, 1986
- Runtime: 2h 30m