''Ramam Raghavam'' is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language drama thriller film directed by Dhanraj Koranani in his directorial debut. The film features

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, Dhanraj Koranani,

Harish Uthaman Harish Uthaman (born 5 April 1982) is an Indian actor who works in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films. He made his acting debut portraying the lead role in '' Tha'' (2010), before playing villains in '' Gouravam'' (2013), '' Pandiya Na ...

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, Srinivas Reddy, Pruthviraj, Mokksha, and Pramodini. The film was also partially filmed in Tamil. It was released on 21 February 2025.

Plot

The story begins in Amalapuram, located in the

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, where Dasarath Ramam, an honest government employee at the Amalapuram Registrar's Office, is known for his

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, never asking for more than his due salary. In stark contrast, his son Raghava, born to this principled man, has grown up indulging in vices from an early age, including gambling, betting, and accumulating debts. Despite his father's continuous efforts to reform him through strict discipline, Raghava's behavior remains unchanged. Eventually, driven by the desire to earn quick money through shortcuts, Raghava forges his father's signature. This deceit taints Rama's reputation with corruption, a burden he finds intolerable. In response, Rama expels Raghava from the home. Consumed by his addictions, debts, and relentless punishment, Raghava ultimately resolves to kill his father, believing that doing so will secure the government job, insurance payouts, and the family's remaining assets for himself. His father knows about his action and kill by himself for his son's great life. This leaves him heartbroken throughout his life and he wants to reborn as his father's chappal.

Cast

Production

''Ramam Raghavam'' marks the directorial debut of Dhanraj Koranani, a comedian-turned-actor who also plays the main role in the film. The movie was shot predominately in Telugu and partially in Tamil, and the story for this film penned by Siva Prasad Yanala who is also the director for '' Vimanam'', and Durga Prasad Kolli helming the cinematography and Marthand K. Venkatesh editing.

Soundtrack

The original soundtrack for the film was composed by Arun Chiluveru, and the first single that was released was "Telsindha Nedu".

Release and reception

''Ramam Raghavam'' was released on 21 February 2025. It was released on 14 March 2025 on ETV Win and Sun NXT. ''The New Indian Express'' critic stated that "At the same time, you are only reminded of how much more this film could have achieved." ''

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'' critic "If you ignore the shaky start, the family drama can be given a shot for its moving ending"

References

External links

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