Natakam

Natakam (transl. Play) is a 2018 Indian Telugu-language action thriller film written and directed by Kalyanji Gogana, starring Ashish Gandhi and Ashima Narwal in the lead roles. Produced by Radhika Srinivas,Sri Saideep Chatla, Praveen Gandhi and Uma Kuchipudi, Natakam features music composed by Sai Karthik and cinematography by Anji.[1] The first look was launched by Anil Ravipudi.[2][3]

Natakam
Directed by	Kalyanji Gogana
Produced by	Radhika Srinivas Sri Sai Deep Chatla Praveen Gandhi Uma Kuchipudi
Written by	Kalyanji Gogana
Screenplay by	Kalyanji Gogana
Story by	Kalyanji Gogana
Starring	Ashish Gandhi Ashima Narwal
Music by	Sai Karthik
Cinematography	Anji
Edited by	Tellaguti Manikanth
Production company	Shank Chakra Creations
Distributed by	Rizwan Entertainment Shank Chakra Creations
Release date	28 September 2018 (2018-09-28)
Running time	139 minutes
Country	India
Language	Telugu

The film released on 28 September 2018.[4][5][6] It received generally mixed reviews from critics.

Synopsis

Set in a village named Chintalapudi, the film revolves around Balakoteshwara Rao "Koti" (Ashish Gandhi) and his lover Parvati (Ashima Narwal). They both decide to marry, before Paravti's past intervenes, causing Koti to take action. He tries to find out about her past, and in the process comes closer to fighting a gang of chain snatchers who plan to rob the entire village.

Cast

• Ashish Gandhi as Balakoteshwara Rao "Koti"
• Ashima Narwal as Parvati
• Editor Mani as Manemma
• Rakesh Venugopal as ACP Bharat Chandra

Soundtrack

Natakam
Soundtrack album by Sai Karthik
Released	11 September 2018 (2018-09-11)
Recorded	2018
Genre	Feature film soundtrack
Length	14:19
Language	Telugu
Label	iDream Music

The soundtrack, containing 5 tracks, was composed by Sai Karthik.[7]

Track listing

No.	Title	Lyrics	Singer(s)	Length
1.	"Eda Puttinave"	Balaji	Sai Karthik	3:24
2.	"Gopala Gopala"	Shyam Kasarla	Sai Karthik	2:40
3.	"Orey Kotigada"	Shyam Kasarla, Balaji	Lipsika	3:41
4.	"Kallu"	Shyam Kasarla	Anurag Kulkarni	3:12
5.	"Guchi Guchi Chusi"	Subbaraya Sharma	Anudeep	2:02
Total length:				14:19

Release

Censored with an A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification, the film opened theatrically on 28 September 2018.[8] Post its release, the film got leaked online along with Nawab, the Telugu dubbed version of Mani Ratnam's Tamil action film Chekka Chivantha Vaanam.[9][10]

Critical reception

Natakam received negative reviews from critics.

123Telugu gave it 2.5 stars out of 5, praising the actors, technical aspects and family emotions while criticizing the second half and placement of songs.[11] Indiaglitz gave it 1.5 stars out of 5, criticizing the characterization and climax.[12] The Times of India gave it 1.5 stars out of 5, calling it "hard to like".[13] Mirchi9 also responded negatively with a 1.25 star out of 5 rating, praising the action sequences, twists and climax while criticizing the direction and writing.[14]

Home Video

In 2019, Natakam was made available on Prime Video.

References

https://www.tollywood.net/natakam-review/

1. "Natakam a village-centric entertainer". The Hans India.
2. "Anil Ravipudi launches Natakam first look". Telangana Today.
3. "'Natakam' First look". Andhra Box Office.
4. "'Natakam' to release on September 28". Telangana Today.
5. "Get ready for an 'RX 100'-type Friday". Indiaglitz.
6. "Natakam Release on September 28th". Andhra Box Office.
7. "Natakam (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) EP by Sai Kartheek on Apple Music". Apple Music.
8. "Natakam completes censor, All set for a grand release". 123Telugu.
9. "Nawab, Natakam full movies leaked on torrents: Free download to affect their box office collection". International Business Times.
10. "Telugu films 'Nawab' and 'Natakam' leaked online. The tamil version of Natakam completed and going to release soon". Jansatta.
11. "Natakam Movie Review in Telugu". 123Telugu.
12. "Natakam Review". Indiaglitz.
13. "Natakam Movie Review - A Pointless Ride". The Times of India.
14. "Natakam Review". Mirchi9.

External links

• Natakam on IMDb