Cast
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Nageshwara Rao Akkineni
as Prasad
Sujatha
as Prabha
Dasari Narayana Rao
as Avataram
Gummadi
as Prasad's father
Prabhakar Reddy
as Madhusudhan Rao
Kongara Jaggayya
as Prabha's father-in-law
Allu Ramalingaiah
as Avataram's father
Bhanuchander
as Bhanu
Ramakrishna
as Prabha's brother-in-law
Peketi Sivaram
as Siva
G. V. Narayana Rao
as Murali Krishna
R. Narayana Murthy
as Avataram's elder son
Chitti Babu
as Avataram's younger son
Sumalatha
as Julie
Suhasini Maniratnam
as Subhashini
Crew
Director
- Dasari Narayana Rao
Producer
- Dasari Narayana Rao
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Bahudoorapu Batasari 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 Dasari Narayana Rao 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 1983, 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 Bahudoorapu Batasari took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 168 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 208 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 930 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 50 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1983, when this film was released:
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 16, 1983
- Runtime: 2h 48m