''Om Bheem Bush'' is a 2024 Indian

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-language

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written and directed by Sree Harsha Konuganti and produced by Sunil Balusu under the banner V Celluloid. The film features

Sree Vishnu Sree Vishnu (born Rudraraju Vishnuvardhan; 29 February 1984) is an Indian actor who works in Telugu cinema. After appearing in minor roles, Vishnu got his breakthrough with '' Prema Ishq Kaadhal'' (2013). He later starred in supporting roles in ...

in a

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, alongside Priyadarshi,

Rahul Ramakrishna Rahul Ramakrishna (born 15 January 1991) is an Indian actor, writer and journalist. He made his debut with the short film, ''Sainma''. He became popular with his role in the 2017 Telugu film, '' Arjun Reddy''. Early life Rahul Ramakrishna was ...

Srikanth Iyengar Srikanth Krishnaswamy Iyengar is an Indian actor and director who works in Telugu cinema. He is a medical doctor by profession and turned actor due to passion towards the acting. Srikanth has acted in films like '' Veerapan, Dear Comrade, Mehabo ...

, Preity Mukhundhan, and

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in the lead roles. Music is composed by Sunny M.R and cinematography by

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. The film released theatrical on 22 March 2024.

Plot

In the village of Bhairavapuram, friends Krish, Vinay, and Madhav explore the haunted Sampangi Mahal seeking hidden treasure. They encounter the ghost of Sampangi, a noblewoman cursed to guard the palace's secrets. Facing perilous challenges, they uncover the tragic history behind Sampangi's plight. Through courage and friendship, they confront the ghost and find the treasure, discovering the true riches of redemption. Emerging from the ordeal, they leave with a profound understanding of love, loyalty and thought.

Cast

Production

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commenced in late December 2022 and included a 15-day filming schedule in

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, which was followed by 20 days filming schedule in

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and

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. The film marks the second collaboration between Sree Vishnu, Priyadarshi and Rahul Ramakrishna, after ''

Brochevarevarura ''Brochevarevarura'' () is a 2019 Indian Telugu-language crime comedy film written and directed by Vivek Athreya and produced by Vijay Kumar Manyam under the banner of Manyam Productions. The film features Sree Vishnu, Nivetha Thomas, N ...

'' (2019).

Soundtrack

The film

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and

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was composed by

Sunny M.R. Sunny M. R. is an Indian music composer, music producer, sound engineer, and playback singer. He is best known for his music in the Telugu films ''Swamy Ra Ra'' (2013) and ''Uyyala Jampala'' (2013). He won Global Indian Music Award, Mirchi Music ...

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acquired the audio rights. The song "Bang Bros" was released on 7 March 2024 and captures the predicaments of navigating youth and romance. This was followed by the second single titled "The Wedding Song", which was released on 17 March 2024. It communicates the rituals of traditional Indian weddings in a musical manner. The third single named "Dil Dhadke" combines romance and excitement and was released on 22 March 2024, coinciding with the film's theatrical release date. The remaining songs were released as part of the official jukebox on 24 March 2024. Paul Nicodemus of ''

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'' wrote that "Sunny MR’s music score harmonises with the film’s thematic currents, accentuating the emotional depth of the characters". On the other hand, Prakash Pecheti of ''South First'' stated that "The music in ''Om Bheem Bush'', composed by Sunny MR, is not so exhilarating. The songs quickly fade from memory once they conclude".

Release

''Om Bheem Bush'' was theatrically released on 22 March 2024, while the film premiered in the

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a day prior. The film received an A certification from the

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, whereas the

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rated it "12A" and stated that ''Dreamz Entertainment Limited'', the official overseas distributor of the film, cut a scene depicting

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to achieve said rating.

Home media

The film's streaming rights were acquired by

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, and the film started streaming from 12 April 2024.

Reception

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'' gave the film 2/5 stars and stated that "The film relies heavily on the camaraderie and improvised dialogues among Vishnu, Rahul, and Darshi. What unfolds is a delightful comedy, where every line is delivered with a punch". Bvs Prakash of ''

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'' gave the film 1.5/5 stars and stated that he "Agreed that it is meant to tickle the funny bones of the audience and the makers kept claiming that there is ‘no logic, only magic’ but it is bereft of any magic".

References

External links

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