Racharikam
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Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Suresh Lankalapalli |
| Written by | Suresh Lankalapalli |
| Produced by | Esshwar |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Arya Sai Krishna |
| Edited by | JP |
| Music by | Vengi |
Production company | Chill Bross Entertainment |
Release date |
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Running time | 135 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Racharikam is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language political drama film written and directed by Suresh Lankalapalli.[2] The film features Vijay Shankar, Varun Sandesh and Apsara Rani in lead roles.[3]
The film was released on 31 January 2025.[4]
The film is set in Rachakonda in the 1980s, 'Racharikam' revolves around siblings Bhargavi and Vivek Reddy, who aspire to gain political dominance. Their journey intersects with Shiva, a passionate youth leader of the Mana Sakthi Party, who follows his mentor Kranthi, an RSF leader.
Cast
- Vijay Shankar as Shiva
- Varun Sandesh as Vivek Reddy, Bhargavi Reddy's younger brother
- Apsara Rani as Bhargavi Reddy
- Vijay Ram Raju
- Esshwar as Kranthi
- Srikanth Iyengar as Raja Reddy; Bhargavi Reddy's father
- Hyper Aadi
- Satish Saripalli
Music
Music of the film is composed by Vengi.[5]
All music is composed by Vengi.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Yem Mayani" | Vengi | Haricharan | 3:49 |
| 2. | "Tikku Tikku" | Penchal Das | Penchal Das, Mangli | 3:30 |
| 3. | "Managala Swarupame" | Suresh Lankalapalli | Harshita Pasala | 2:33 |
| 4. | "Maula Maula" | Ramajogayya Sastry | Rahul Sipligunj, Sai Veda Vagdevi | 4:51 |
| 5. | "Nippuvi Ningi Egi" | Penchal Das | Harshitha Pasala | 2:48 |
Release and reception
Racharikam was originally scheduled to release on 1 February 2025,[6][7] but was released a day ahead on 31 January 2025.[8]
Suhas Sistu of The Hans India gave a rating of 3 out of 5, and wrote that "Racharikam is a well-crafted political thriller with strong performances and engaging storytelling".[9] OTTPlay gave a mixed review saying that "while the performances are arresting, the predictable nature of the film is obvious".[10]
References
- ^ "Racharikam". Central Board of Film Certification.
- ^ "Director Suresh Lankalapalli Wraps Up Filming For His Thriller Racharikam". News18. Archived from the original on 3 July 2024. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ Features, C. E. (24 September 2024). "Racharikam makers release second single titled 'Yem Mayani'". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 27 September 2024. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (28 January 2025). "'Racharikam' pre-release event makes buzz". www.thehansindia.com. Archived from the original on 29 January 2025. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ "Racharikam Review: Varun Sandesh shines in this passable political drama". OTTPlay. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ "Racharikam trailer: A tale of gritty village politics with intense characters". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 14 January 2025. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (9 January 2025). "'Racharikam' trailer promises high-stakes drama". www.thehansindia.com. Archived from the original on 10 January 2025. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ Telugu, ntv (27 January 2025). "Racharikam: వరుణ్ సందేశ్ నెగెటివ్ పాత్రలో రాచరికం.. జనవరి 31న రిలీజ్". NTV Telugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (28 January 2025). "'Racharikam' pre-release event makes buzz". www.thehansindia.com. Archived from the original on 29 January 2025. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
- ^ "Racharikam Review: Varun Sandesh shines in this passable political drama". OTTPlay. Retrieved 1 February 2025.
External links
- Racharikam at IMDb