The celebrated Telugu film ‘Minugurulu,’ which garnered numerous Nandi Awards and international accolades, was recently screened in the United States to commemorate its 10th anniversary since release.
Released in 2014, ‘Minugurulu’ features Ashish Vidyarthi, Suhasini Maniratnam, Raghubir Yadav, and Deepak Saroj, with Ayodhyakumar Krishnamsetty directing the socially impactful film. Notably, the movie received praise from industry stalwarts upon its initial release, with figures like Megastar Chiranjeevi, director Dasari Narayana Rao, Sukumar of ‘Pushpa’ fame, filmmaker Sekhar Kammula, and Oscar-winning lyricist Chandrabose endorsing its artistic and commercial values.
Reflecting on the film’s enduring impact, Krishnamsetty remarked, “Released in 2014 when social media was not as prevalent, the movie, based on thorough research into the challenges faced by underprivileged blind children, garnered widespread support. Its portrayal remains authentic and devoid of exaggeration.”
In an era where movies often fade quickly from memory, ‘Minugurulu’ has stood the test of time for a decade, as noted by one speaker at the event. Attendees at the screening praised the film’s tender approach and emphasized its portrayal of reality, highlighting the commendable efforts of NGOs working for visually impaired children.
About ‘MINUGURULU’:
The film was officially selected for the GOLDEN ELEPHANT at the 18th International Children’s Film Festival and featured in the India International Disability Film Festival and other international film festivals. Achieving recognition, ‘Minugurulu’ secured the BEST INDIAN CINEMA award at the 9th Bengaluru International Children’s Film Festival. Notably, the film’s script is preserved in the permanent core collection of the OSCAR library.
Director Ayodhyakumar Krishnamsetty:
Ayodhyakumar Krishnamsetty, an accomplished filmmaker, received both national and international acclaim for his work. A graduate of the Northwest Film Center in Portland, Oregon, he directed and produced mainstream Indian movies, award-winning short films, and documentaries. His film ‘Minugurulu’ earned seven Nandi Awards in 2014 and won the BEST INDIAN CINEMA award at the Bengaluru International Children’s Film Festival. Krishnamsetty’s diverse projects include the heartfelt romantic love story ’24 Kisses’ and upcoming feature films in Telugu, Hindi, and English, with a global focus on OTT and digital platforms.
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