George Reddy (film)
| George Reddy | |
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| File:George Reddy poster.jpg Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Jeevan Reddy |
| Produced by | Appi Reddy |
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| Cinematography | Sudhakar Reddy Yakkanti |
| Edited by | J Prathap Kumar[1] |
| Music by | Suresh Bobbili (Songs) Harshavardhan Rameshwar (Score) |
Production companies | Silly Monks Studios Mic Movies Three Line Cinemas |
| Distributed by | Abhishek Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 153 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
George Reddy is a 2019 Telugu-language biographical film directed by Jeevan Reddy and starring Sandeep Madhav, debutante Muskaan Khubchandani, and Abhay Bethiganti.[2][3]
Cast
- Sandeep Madhav as George Reddy[4][5]
- Srinivas Pokkale as young George[6]
- Muskaan Khubchandani as Maya and Muskaan[3]
- Abhay Bethiganti as Rajanna[6]
- Satyadev Kancharana as Satya[7]
- Shatru as Kishan Singh[7]
- Thiruveer as Lallan Singh[8]
- Manoj Nandam as Arjun[6]
- Chaitanya Krishna as Kaushik[6]
- Devika Daftardar as Leela Varghesin, Reddy's mother[9]
- Yadhamma Raju as Ram Nayak[7]
- Jagan Yogiraj as Jagan[7]
- Bunny Abiran as Manipal Reddy[10]
- Pawon Ramesh as Dastagiri[11]
- Vinay Varma as Minister Ramayya[12]
- Laxman Meesala as Laxman[13]
- Sanjay Reddy as Shankar[14]
- Jagadeesh Prathap Bandhari as Bheem Naik
Production
To prepare for the film, director Jeevan Reddy read the biopic of George Reddy. Sandeep Madhav was signed to enact the lead role after the director noticed that Madhav resembled George Reddy.[15] Madhav lost weight to play George Reddy in his early twenties and worked out since George Reddy was also a boxer.[16] A set was erected near by art director Gandhi Nadikudikar near Gachibowli that resembled Osmania University. Five-hundred to seven-hundred junior artists portrayed the roles of students in the film.[15]
Soundtrack
The songs and background score were composed by Suresh Bobbili and Harshavardhan Rameshwar, respectively.[2] The song "Adugadugu Maa Prathi Adugu" was launched by Chiranjeevi.[17]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Vijayam" | Chaithanya Prasad | Anurag Kulkarni | 3:39 |
| 2. | "Bullet" | Mittapally Surendar | Mangli | 3:27 |
| 3. | "Adugu Adugu" | MEGH-uh-WATT | Revanth, MEGH-uh-WATT (rap portions) | 4:33 |
| 4. | "Nalage Anni" | Charan Arjun | Charan Arjun | 4:56 |
| 5. | "Jaji Mogulali" | Indravati | 3:12 | |
| Total length: | 19:47 | |||
Release
The Hindu wrote that "It [the film] had the scope to be powerful and spark conversations about the history of student leaders and their ideologies, among a newer audience. This film doesn’t rise up to that potential".[6] On the contrary, The Times of India gave the film a rating of three-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote that "The film will keep you gripped, move you with its dialogues and leave an emotional, powerful impact".[9] Telangana Today wrote that "His [Madhav's] top-notch acting and the razor-blade fight sequences will remain the highlights of the film".[7] The Deccan Chronicle wrote that "While interesting in parts, as a whole, the makers rely more on the name of the slain student leader rather than the content of his life".[18] The Indian Express gave the film a rating of three out of five stars and wrote that ". Director B Jeevan Reddy’s film, which is set nearly 50 years ago, feels just as relevant today".[19]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Outcome | Ref. |
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| 2019 | Lake City International Film Festival | Special Appreciation Award | George Reddy | Won | [20] |
| 2020 | Zee Cine Awards Telugu | Best Villain | Thiruveer | Won | [21] |
References
- ^ "George Reddy gets U/A certificate from CFBC; runtime revealed". The Times of India.
- ^ a b "Sandeep Reddy Vanga in awe of George Reddy - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ^ a b "'George Reddy' actress Muskaan Khubchandani bags a crucial role in Akshay Kumar's 'Laxmmi Bomb'". The Times of India. December 10, 2019.
- ^ "George Reddy trailer: Sandeep Madhav starrer looks realistic and hard-hitting". October 8, 2019.
- ^ Pecheti, Prakash. "'George Reddy' comes alive on Telugu silver screen". Telangana Today.
- ^ a b c d e Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (November 22, 2019). "'George Reddy' movie review: The biopic falls short of being compelling". The Hindu.
- ^ a b c d e Pecheti, Prakash. "George Reddy: The cinematic resurrection of a revolutionary". Telangana Today.
- ^ Chowdhary, Y. Sunita (December 2, 2019). "Thiruveer is the new villain on the block after 'George Reddy'". The Hindu.
- ^ a b "George Reddy Movie Review: An intriguing account of the revolutionary leader, George Reddy". The Times of India.
- ^ "From an award-winning short film to 'George Reddy' biopic, actor Bunny Abiran opens up on his journey - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ^ ""I'm thankful to people who support me, uplift me, comfort me and bring joy to my career," says actor Pawon Ramesh". The Times of India. June 7, 2020.
- ^ "George Reddy will inspire generations: Chiranjeevi". Telangana Today.
- ^ "I will be seen alongside Mohan Bhagat in the film Kankam: Laxman Meesala - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ^ Kumar, P Nagendra. "George Reddy will connect to the public, say filmmakers". Telangana Today.
- ^ a b Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (October 28, 2019). "George Reddy: Story of a rebel". The Hindu.
- ^ "I always wanted to play the student leader from OU: Sandeep Madhav - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ^ "George Reddy is a man of action: Chiranjeevi". Deccan Chronicle. November 20, 2019.
- ^ Kavirayani, Suresh (November 24, 2019). "George Reddy movie review: A missed opportunity". Deccan Chronicle.
- ^ "George Reddy movie review: A timely film about student activism". November 22, 2019.
- ^ "George Reddy receives Special Appreciation Award at Lake City International Film Festival - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ^ "Zee Cine awards Telugu 2020: Samantha Akkineni, Chiranjeevi and Nani win top laurels". Hindustan Times. January 12, 2020.
External links
- George Reddy at IMDb