Currency Nagar is a 2023 Telugu anthology thriller film[citation needed] that delves into the complexities of human desires[1] and the entwined nature of individuals with money. The film is produced by Mukkamala Apparao and Koduru Gopala Krishna under the Unnati Arts banner, with direction by Vennela Kumar Pothepalli. It features an ensemble cast including Mahesh Yadlapalli, Spandana Somana, Keshava, Gautam Kumar, Rajasekhar, Chandini, and Sudharshan in pivotal roles.
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| Directed by | Vennela Kumar Pothepalli |
| Written by | Vennela Kumar Pothepalli |
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| Cinematography | Sathish Rajaboyina |
| Music by | Sidharth Sadasivuni and Pavan |
Production company | Unnati Arts |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Cast
edit- Mahesh Yadlapalli as Surya, a protagonist with supernatural powers, particularly the ability to experience precognitive dreams.
- Spandhana Somanna as Geetha, a character grappling with insomnia.
- Keshava takes on the lead role in the second story.
- Rajasekhar plays the antagonist in the first story.
- Sudharshan portrays a mischievous thief.
Production
editCurrency Nagar[2] began with a crowdfunding initiative.[citation needed] Set around the theme of money, eight short stories were selected, with four forming the foundation of the film.[citation needed]
The film, shot against the backdrop of Vijayawada, featured three separate schedules in Penumaka, Vijayawada, Krishna Lanka, and Nuziveedu, involving a cast of 48 artists.[citation needed]
Soundtrack
editAll lyrics are written by Pawan Kumar
| No. | Title | Artist(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Hey Kalala Vunde" | Raazi | 02:32 |
| Total length: | 02:32 | ||
Release and reception
editThe film was scheduled to be theatrically released on 29 December 2023.[3][4][5]
References
edit- ^ "'నువ్వు చేసింది ఉప్మా కాదు.. మర్డర్'.. ఆసక్తిగా ట్రైలర్!". Sakshi (in Telugu). 18 December 2023. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
- ^ Kumar, Nelki Naresh. "Currency Nagar Movie: నాలుగు కథలతో ఆంథాలజీ థ్రిల్లర్గా కరెన్సీ నగర్ - థియేటర్లలో రిలీజ్ ఎప్పుడంటే?". Hindustantimes Telugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 29 January 2024.
- ^ Velugu, V6 (15 December 2023). "డిసెంబర్ 29న కరెన్సీ నగర్ రిలీజ్". V6 Velugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 29 January 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Sharma, Bhavana (31 December 2023). "Currency Nagar Movie Review: A tale about greed and relationships". Deccan Chronicle.
- ^ "Currency Nagar Movie Review: Mahesh Yadlapalli Film Is Gripping Tale With Unexpected Twists And Relevant Message". TimesNow. 29 December 2023.