Arthamainda Arun Kumar
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Genre | Drama Comedy |
Directed by | Jonathan Edwards |
Starring | Harshith Reddy Tejaswi Madivada Ananya Sharma |
Country of origin | India |
Original language | Telugu |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 5 |
Production | |
Producers | B.Sai Kumar, Tanvi Desai |
Editor | Nageswara Reddy Bonthala |
Production companies | Aree Studio Laughing Cow Productions |
Original release | |
Network | Aha |
Release | 30 June 2023 present | –
Arthamainda Arun Kumar is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language comedy drama webseries written by Kittu Vissapragada and directed by Jonathan Edwards for the streaming platform Aha.[1] Series stars Harshith Reddy, Ananya Sharma and Tejaswi Madivada[2] in lead roles. The series is produced by Aree Studio and Laughing Cow Productions and is premiered on the streaming platform Aha on 30 June 2023.[3][4]
Plot
[edit]Mundha, when pronounced with a hard ‘d’ sound, is an offensive slang in Telugu which is the surname of Arun Kumar. This fact didn’t stop him being the butt of jokes while growing up. Arun Kumar was born in Amalapuram, a small town in Andhra Pradesh.
Arun Kumar Mundha, an Intern of the Year, a fresh graduate from Amaapuram, as he embarks on an internship at a marketing firm in Hyderabad. Eager to make his mark, Arun faces a challenging start, confronting menial tasks and office politics.
As Arun navigates his new environment, he forms alliances with supportive colleagues like Pallavi and confronts antagonism from others like Jai. Balancing personal aspirations with demanding work responsibilities, Arun's journey takes an unexpected turn when a family emergency calls him back home.
Upon his return, Arun seizes opportunities to showcase his skills, collaborating with his supervisor, Shalini, on a significant client presentation. Despite challenges and setbacks, Arun learns invaluable life lessons from his mentor, Chacha, which help him persevere through the ups and downs of his internship.
Arun's personal and professional growth is put to the test when he must fight for his colleague Pallavi's position at the firm. Through determination and newfound wisdom, Arun confronts office dynamics and strives to leave a lasting impact in the corporate world, discovering that forging his own path is the true key to success.
Set against the backdrop of Hyderabad's vibrant cityscape, "Intern's Path: Ambitions and Realities" portrays Arun's evolution as he learns to navigate love, loss, and the pursuit of his dreams in the competitive realm of the workplace.
Cast
[edit]- Harshith Reddy as Arun Kumar Mundha
- Tejaswi Madivada
- Ananya Sharma
- Vasu Inturi
- Jay Praveen
- Shravya Mrudala
Episodes
[edit]No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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1 | "Set Kaadu...Set Cheskovali" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
2 | "When Daridram Knocks Your Door" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
3 | "Lippu..Lippu Kalisthe" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
4 | "Modhatisaari...Maruvalendhi..!" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
5 | "Nachithe Vadoloddu.." | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
Reception
[edit]123Telugu team wrote that "Arthamainda Arun Kumar is an attempt to depict the corporate world, but the show lacks the desired emotional depth. The lead cast did a good job, and there are a few relatable moments. But the show isn’t a satisfying watch altogether."[5] IndiaGlitz team reviewed the web-series writing "On the whole, Ardaminda Arun Kumar is a passable watch for the natural acting of Harshith Reddy and other key actors. The hurdles in the co-corporate world are showcased in a realistic manner which makes the show a passable watch during this weekend."[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Web Desk, DC (8 June 2023). "OTT Watch: Arthamainda Arun Kumar on Aha". Deccan Chronicle.
- ^ "New web series Arthamainda Arun Kumar to premiere soon". The Times of India. 7 June 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 23 July 2023.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (23 June 2023). "OTT: 'Arthamainda Arun Kumar' trailer shows complexities of the corporate world". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 23 July 2023.
- ^ Desk, HT Telugu. "Ardhamaindha Arun kumar Web Series: అర్థమైందా అరుణ్కుమార్ వెబ్సిరీస్ ట్రైలర్ రిలీజ్ - స్ట్రీమింగ్ డేట్ ఫిక్స్". Hindustantimes Telugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 25 July 2023.
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has generic name (help) - ^ "Arthamainda Arun Kumar Telugu Movie Review". 123telugu.com. 30 June 2023. Retrieved 23 July 2023.
- ^ "Ardhamaindha Arun Kumar - Showcases the hurdles in corporate world review. Ardhamaindha Arun Kumar - Showcases the hurdles in corporate world Telugu Webseries review, story, rating". IndiaGlitz.com. Retrieved 8 August 2023.