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-language romantic

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written and directed by Murali Gandham. The film stars

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and

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. The film's soundtrack album and background score were composed by Shravan Bharadwaj. The film was released on 10 February 2023.

Plot

Cast

as Pavan *

as Sameerana *

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as Pavan's grandfather

Production

The film was produced by Bhogendra Gupta under the banner of Acharya Creations and co-produced by Avika Gor, MS Chalapathi Raju, and Seshubabu Peddinti. Avika Gor makes her debut as a producer with this film. The cinematography of the film was done by MN Bal Reddy, and the editing of the film was done by KSR. The trailer for the film was released on 4 January 2023.

Music

The film's soundtrack album and background score were composed by Shravan Bharadwaj, while the song "Ringu Ringu Mantu" was composed by Sreejo.

Release

Theatrical

The film was released on 10 February 2023.

Home Media

The online streaming rights to the film were sold to

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Reception

Abhilasha Cherukuri of ''

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'' gave the film a rating of 2/5, stating, "Avika and Sai Ronak fail to elicit any interest in this barely persuasive story with dated treatment." Paul Nicodemus of ''

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'' gave the film a rating of 2/5 and wrote, "This romantic drama featuring Avika Gor and Sai Ronak in the lead has an experimental tone; while the actors impress, it begs for better writing and screenplay. The corn kernel did not pop." Avad Mohammad of ''

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'' gave the film a rating of 2/5, stating, "Avika Gor and Sai Ronak try too hard to save the film but the narration is so bland and silly that you are forced to start looking toward the exit door." A critic from '' ABP Live Telugu'' gave the film a rating of 1.5/5 and criticized the writing and performances of the actors. A critic from ''

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'' gave the film a rating of 2/5, stating, "Despite decent performances by the lead actors, the film falls short as a below-par experience."

References

External links

* {{IMDb title, tt15327350 2020s Telugu-language films 2020s Indian films Films set in Andhra Pradesh