Arthamainda Arun Kumar is an Indian Telugu-language comedy drama streaming television series produced by Arre Studio and Laughing Cow Productions for Aha.[1] The series featured Pavan Sidhu, Harshith Reddy, Ananya Sharma and Tejaswi Madivada in lead roles.[2] Pavan Sidhu replaced Harshith Reddy in the season 2 as the Arun Kumar Mundha.[3]
| Arthamainda Arun Kumar | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Genre | Drama Comedy |
| Written by | Kittu Vissapragada (season 1) Aditya KV (season 2) |
| Directed by | Jonathan Edwards (season 1) Aditya KV (season 2) |
| Starring | Harshith Reddy Tejaswi Madivada Ananya Sharma |
| Music by | Ajay Arasada |
| Country of origin | India |
| Original language | Telugu |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Rahul Rao |
| Producers | B.Sai Kumar Niyati Merchant Nami Sharma Archana Karulkar Tanvi Desai |
| Cinematography | Amardeep Guttula (season 1) Rehan Shaik (season 2) |
| Editors | Nageswara Reddy Bonthala (season 1) Anil Kumar P (season 2) |
| Production companies | Aree Studio Laughing Cow Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | Aha |
| Release | 30 June 2023 – present |
The first season was released on 30 June 2023.[4][5] Second season followed in October 2024.[6]
Summary
editSeason 1
editMundha, when pronounced with a hard ‘d’ sound, is an offensive slang in Telugu which is the surname of Arun Kumar. This fact didn’t stop him being the butt of jokes while growing up. Arun Kumar was born in Amalapuram, a small town in Andhra Pradesh.
Arun Kumar Mundha, an Intern of the Year, a fresh graduate from Amalapuram, as he embarks on an internship at a marketing firm in Hyderabad. Eager to make his mark, Arun faces a challenging start, confronting menial tasks and office politics. As Arun navigates his new environment, he forms alliances with supportive colleagues like Pallavi and confronts antagonism from others like Jai. Balancing personal aspirations with demanding work responsibilities, Arun's journey takes an unexpected turn when a family emergency calls him back home.
Upon his return, Arun seizes opportunities to showcase his skills, collaborating with his supervisor, Shalini, on a significant client presentation. Despite challenges and setbacks, Arun learns invaluable life lessons from his mentor, Chacha, which help him persevere through the ups and downs of his internship. Arun's personal and professional growth is put to the test when he must fight for his colleague Pallavi's position at the firm. Through determination and newfound wisdom, Arun confronts office dynamics and strives to leave a lasting impact in the corporate world, discovering that forging his own path is the true key to success.
Cast
edit- Harshith Reddy as Arun Kumar Mundha (season 1)
- Pavan Sidhu as Arun Kumar Mundha (season 2)
- Ananya Sharma Ongram as Pallavi
- Tejaswi Madivada as Shalini
- Siri Raasi as Sonia
- Vasu Inturi as Kaka
- Jai Praveen as Jai (season 1)
- Shravya Mrudala as Madhu
- Abhinav Gomatam in a cameo appearance as Karthik (season 1)
Episodes
editSeason 1 (2023)
edit| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Set Kaadu...Set Cheskovali" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
| 2 | "When Daridram Knocks Your Door" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
| 3 | "Lippu..Lippu Kalisthe" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
| 4 | "Modhatisaari...Maruvalendhi..!" | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
| 5 | "Nachithe Vadoloddu.." | Jonathan Edwards | Kittu Vissapragada | 30 June 2023 |
Season 2 (2024)
edit| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Amalapuram to Amsterdam" | Aditya KV | Aditya KV | 31 October 2024 |
| 2 | "Vasudhaika Kutumbam" | Aditya KV | Aditya KV | 31 October 2024 |
| 3 | "Mission Arunyaan" | Aditya KV | Aditya KV | 31 October 2024 |
| 4 | "Pressure, Prema, and Presentation" | Aditya KV | Aditya KV | 31 October 2024 |
| 5 | "Thaado Paedoo Telipovalaa!" | Aditya KV | Aditya KV | 31 October 2024 |
Reception
editSeason 1
edit123Telugu wrote that "Arthamainda Arun Kumar is an attempt to depict the corporate world, but the show lacks the desired emotional depth. The lead cast did a good job, and there are a few relatable moments. But the show isn’t a satisfying watch altogether."[7]
References
edit- ^ Web Desk, DC (8 June 2023). "OTT Watch: Arthamainda Arun Kumar on Aha". Deccan Chronicle.
- ^ "New web series Arthamainda Arun Kumar to premiere soon". The Times of India. 7 June 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 23 July 2023.
- ^ Rachavelpula, Kausalya (19 October 2024). "Arthamainda Arun Kumar Season 2 Teaser Released on aha". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (23 June 2023). "OTT: 'Arthamainda Arun Kumar' trailer shows complexities of the corporate world". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 23 July 2023.
- ^ Desk, HT Telugu. "Ardhamaindha Arun kumar Web Series: అర్థమైందా అరుణ్కుమార్ వెబ్సిరీస్ ట్రైలర్ రిలీజ్ - స్ట్రీమింగ్ డేట్ ఫిక్స్". Hindustantimes Telugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 25 July 2023.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ Devulapally, Aditya (16 October 2024). "Arthamainda Arun Kumar Season 2 to premiere on Aha on this date". Cinema Express. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
- ^ "Arthamainda Arun Kumar Telugu Movie Review". 123telugu.com. 30 June 2023. Retrieved 23 July 2023.