Mithunam (2012 film)
Mithunam is a 2012 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by Tanikella Bharani. It features S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and Lakshmi.[2][3] The film is based on a best selling Telugu novel of the same name, written by Sri Ramana. The film won four state Nandi Awards. The film is considered one of the "25 Greatest Telugu Films Of The Decade" by Film Companion.[4] It also considered Lakshmi's performance as one of the "100 best performances".
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| Directed by | Tanikella Bharani |
| Written by | Sri Ramana |
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| Produced by | Anand Muyida Rao |
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| Cinematography | Rajendra Prasad Tanikella |
| Edited by | S. B. Uddhav |
| Music by | Swaraveenapani |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Budget | 1.25 cr |
Mithunam means couple in Telugu.[5] It also a zodiac sign. AMR Productions released Mithunam all over India on 21 December 2012, to positive reviews.[6]
Plot
Appadasu (S. P. Balasubrahmanyam) is a retired teacher who lives in his native village with his wife Buchchi Lakshmi (Lakshmi). Both are senior citizens, and all of their children are living abroad, though instead of feeling lonely and insecure about their life, both Appadasu and Buchchi have their own share of romance happening. They treat each and every day as a special day and enjoy the moments. This relationship also has its share of ups and downs, and what life has in store for them forms the rest of the story.
Cast
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam as Appadaasu
- Lakshmi as Buchchi Lakshmi
- Mohan Krishna Indraganti (Voice-over)
- Brahmanandam as the voice of one of the sons
- Prakash Raj as the voice of one of the sons
Awards
Soundtrack
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Aadi Dampatulu" | Jonnavithula | Yesudas | 03:27 |
| 2. | "Evaru Gelicharippudu" | Anand Muyida Rao | K. Jamuna Rani | 03:04 |
| 3. | "Aavakaya Mana Andaridi" | Tanikella Bharani | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Swapna | 3:19 |
| 4. | "Coffee Dandakam" | Jonnavithhula | Jonnavithhula | 3:00 |
| 5. | "Aata Kada Jananalu" | Tanikella Bharani | Yesudas | 02:25 |
Reception
Critical response
Mithunam received excellent response from critics. Idlebrain has said that this film is of ‘world cinema’ quality on international circuit. On a whole, Mithunam is a film that every Indian should watch.[9]
References
- "Mithunam in Cinemas on 21st December". Ragalahari. Retrieved 18 December 2012.
- IMDB title "Mithunam"
- Mithunam Telugu Movie
- "25 Greatest Telugu Films Of The Decade | Film Companion". www.filmcompanion.in. Retrieved 26 June 2021.
- Feature Articles : Mithunam: Movie Review
- Bharani moved by acclaim for Mithunam
- Nitya, Nag bag awards on star-studded night | The Hindu
- Mithunam Songs – Mithunam Telugu Movie Songs – Telugu Songs Lyrics Trailer Videos, Preview Stills Reviews
- Mithunam 50days