George Reddy is a 2019 Indian Telugu-language biographical action film directed by B. Jeevan Reddy and starring Sandeep Madhav, debutante Muskaan Khubchandani. It is based on the life of the student leader of the same name.[2][3]
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| Directed by | B. Jeevan Reddy |
| Based on | Life of George Reddy |
| Produced by | Appi Reddy |
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| Cinematography | Sudhakar Reddy Yakkanti |
| Edited by | J. Prathap Kumar[1] |
| Music by | Soundtrack: Suresh Bobbili Score: Harshavardhan Rameshwar |
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 |
Cast
edit- Sandeep Madhav as George Reddy[4][5]
- Shrinivas Pokale as young George[6]
- Muskaan Khubchandani as Maya / Muskaan (Dual role)[3]
- Abhay Bethiganti as Rajanna[6]
- Satya Dev 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]
- Kautilya as Police Officer
- Jagadeesh Prathap Bandhari as Bheem Naik
- Sonia Akula as George Reddy's Sister
Production
editTo 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
editThe 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 |
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| 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" | Vishwas | Indravati | 3:12 |
| Total length: | 19:47 | |||
Reception
editThe 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
edit| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Outcome | Ref. |
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| 2019 | Lake City International Film Festival | Special Appreciation Award | George Reddy | Won | [20] |
| 2021 | Zee Cine Awards Telugu | Best Villain | Thiruveer | Won | [21] |
| 2020 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Mangli for "Bullet" | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "George Reddy gets U/A certificate from CFBC; runtime revealed". The Times of India. 20 November 2019. Archived from the original on 8 April 2020. Retrieved 26 September 2022.
- ^ a b "Sandeep Reddy Vanga in awe of George Reddy". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 29 March 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ a b "'George Reddy' actress Muskaan Khubchandani bags a crucial role in Akshay Kumar's 'Laxmmi Bomb'". The Times of India. 10 December 2019. Archived from the original on 17 June 2020. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ "George Reddy trailer: Sandeep Madhav starrer looks realistic and hard-hitting". 8 October 2019. Archived from the original on 31 October 2019. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ Pecheti, Prakash. "'George Reddy' comes alive on Telugu silver screen". Telangana Today. Archived from the original on 8 June 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ a b c d e Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (22 November 2019). "'George Reddy' movie review: The biopic falls short of being compelling". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 6 June 2020. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ a b c d e Pecheti, Prakash. "George Reddy: The cinematic resurrection of a revolutionary". Telangana Today. Archived from the original on 6 June 2020. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ Chowdhary, Y. Sunita (2 December 2019). "Thiruveer is the new villain on the block after 'George Reddy'". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 2 December 2019. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ a b "George Reddy Movie Review: An intriguing account of the revolutionary leader, George Reddy". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 28 March 2020. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ "From an award-winning short film to 'George Reddy' biopic, actor Bunny Abiran opens up on his journey". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 26 September 2022. Retrieved 11 June 2020.
- ^ ""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. 7 June 2020. Archived from the original on 19 June 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ "George Reddy will inspire generations: Chiranjeevi". Telangana Today. Archived from the original on 7 June 2020. Retrieved 7 June 2020.
- ^ "I will be seen alongside Mohan Bhagat in the film Kankam: Laxman Meesala". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 22 April 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ Kumar, P Nagendra. "George Reddy will connect to the public, say filmmakers". Telangana Today. Archived from the original on 7 June 2020. Retrieved 7 June 2020.
- ^ a b Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (28 October 2019). "George Reddy: Story of a rebel". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 12 June 2021. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ "I always wanted to play the student leader from OU: Sandeep Madhav". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 10 January 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ "George Reddy is a man of action: Chiranjeevi". Deccan Chronicle. 20 November 2019. Archived from the original on 8 June 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ Kavirayani, Suresh (24 November 2019). "George Reddy movie review: A missed opportunity". Deccan Chronicle. Archived from the original on 8 June 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
- ^ "George Reddy movie review: A timely film about student activism". 22 November 2019. Archived from the original on 27 November 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2020.
- ^ "George Reddy receives Special Appreciation Award at Lake City International Film Festival". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 18 April 2022. Retrieved 11 June 2020.
- ^ "Zee Cine awards Telugu 2020: Samantha Akkineni, Chiranjeevi and Nani win top laurels". Hindustan Times. 12 January 2020. Archived from the original on 14 January 2020. Retrieved 8 June 2020.
External links
edit- George Reddy at IMDb