''Bootcut Balaraju'' is a 2024 Indian

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romantic comedy film Romantic comedy (also known as romcom or rom-com) is a sub-genre of comedy and romance fiction, focusing on lighthearted, humorous plot lines centered on romantic ideas, such as how true love is able to surmount all obstacles. Romantic comedy e ...

written and directed by Sree Koneti. The film was produced by Md. Pasha. Co-produced by Pandu and Mamidishetty Srinivas under Katha Verunthadi Productions and Global films, the film stars

Syed Sohel Syed Sohel Ryan (born 18 April 1991) is an Indian actor who works in Telugu films. He acted in television series ''Krishnaveni'' (2016). He made his lead debut with the film '' Music Magic'' (2013). In 2020, he participated in the TV reality sh ...

, Meghalekha,

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Indraja Rajathi, better known by her stage name Indraja, is an Indian actress who works in Telugu, Malayalam and Tamil films, in addition to television shows. Early life Indraja was born as Rajathi in a Telugu Brahmin family in Chennai. She is the ...

Vennela Kishore Bokkala Kishore Kumar (born 19 September 1980), known professionally as Vennela Kishore, is an Indian actor and director who works in Telugu cinema. Known for his comedic roles, he earned the moniker "Vennela" after his first feature film ''Ven ...

and

Brahmaji Brahmaji (born 25 April 1965) is an Indian who works in Telugu cinema. He is a regular actor in director Krishna Vamsi's films. Brahmaji appeared in an important role in Krishna Vamsi's debut film as a director, '' Gulabi''. He appeared in Kri ...

in lead roles.

Cast

Production

The film was announced through a formal muhurta pooja ceremony on 21 December 2021, in

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was scheduled to complete in February 2022. On 18 April 2022, a first-look glimpse of the film was released. With filming wrapped up, the focus of the production team shifted to the release of its songs. The teaser for ''Bootcut Balaraju'' was unveiled by

Anil Ravipudi Anil Ravipudi (born 23 November 1982) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Telugu cinema. He is best known for writing and directing action comedies. His directorial debut was the action comedy ''Pataas'' (2015) and won the S ...

on 11 December 2023.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack album and

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were composed by

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and

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acquired the audio rights.

Release

''Bootcut Balaraju'' was theatrically released on 2 February 2024.

Reception

Bhavana Sharma of

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gave the film 2.5/5 stars and stated that "''Bootcut Balaraju'' presents a love story with moments of brilliance. Sohel's performance and the humor elevate the film. However, occasional narration lags and uninspiring sequences may impact some viewers. Despite these aspects, it carves a niche as a love story with moments of endearment." Raisa Nasreen of ''

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'' gave the film 3/5 stars and stated that "Sohel brings a carefree charm to his role as a rural, academically disinterested youth facing ridicule. The film promises a mix of laughter and fun moments as it explores the highs and lows of his family and love life."

References

External links

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