Maa Nanna Superhero (transl. My Dad is a Superhero) is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language family drama film co-written and directed by Abhilash Reddy Kankara.[1] The film was produced by Sunil Balusu under the banner of V Celluloids and VR Global Media in association with CAM Entertainment.[2] The film stars Sudheer Babu, Sayaji Shinde, Sai Chand, and Aarna.

Maa Nanna Superhero
Theatrical release poster
Directed byAbhilash Reddy Kankara
Written by
  • Abhilash Reddy Kankara
  • MVS Bharadwaj
  • Shravan Madala
Produced bySunil Balusu
Starring
CinematographySameer Kalyani
Edited byAnil Kumar P.
Music byJay Krish
Production
companies
  • V Celluloids
  • VR Global Media
  • CAM Entertainment
Release date
  • 11 October 2024 (2024-10-11)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Cast

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Production

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Development

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The film was helmed by Abhilash Kankara who previously directed the TV series Loser.[3][4] The script was written by Abhilash with MVS Bharadwaj and Shravan Madala.[5] The film's title was unveiled on 18 June 2023,[6][7] coinciding with Father's Day,[8] along with the announcement of the cast and crew. The cast includes Sudheer Babu in the lead role, Aarna as the female lead,[9] and Sai Chand, Sayaji Shinde, Raju Sundaram, Shashank, Aamani, Harshith Reddy, and Annie in pivotal roles.[10][11] Sai Chand was cast as the biological father,[2] while Sayaji Shinde, who collaborated with Abhilash on Loser, was chosen to portray the adoptive father.[12][13] Babu plays the son role.[14][15]

Filming

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The filming was wrapped up on 5 September 2023.[16][17] The film received a U certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification.[18] The cinematography was by Sameer Kalyani, while the editing was handled by Anil Kumar P.[19][20]

Soundtrack

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Maa Nanna Superhero
Soundtrack album by
Jay Krish
Released2024
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length19:34
LanguageTelugu
LabelAditya Music
ProducerJay Krish
Jay Krish chronology
Sathi Gani Rendu Ekaralu
(2023)
Maa Nanna Superhero
(2024)
Singles from Maa Nanna Superhero
  1. "Nanna"
    Released: 19 September 2024[21]
  2. "Vedukalo"
    Released: 28 September 2024[22]
Audio Jukebox
Maa Nanna Superhero – Jukebox on YouTube

The soundtrack was composed by Jay Krish.[23] The first single, "Nanna" was released on 19 September 2024.[24] The second single, "Vedukalo" was released on 28 September 2024.[25]

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Nanna Song"Lakshmi PriyankaNazeeruddin3:30
2."Vedukalo"Sanapati Bharadwaj PatruduAishwarya Daruri, Brinda, Chaitu Satsangi, Akhil Chandra3:59
3."Kanneellu Leva"SanareKaala Bhairava3:59
4."Dhoom Dhaam"Sanapati Bharadwaj PatruduSaathwik3:53
5."Emito Ee Prema"SanarePravasthi Aradhya2:59
6."Theme"1:14
Total length:19:34

Release

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Maa Nanna Superhero was released theatrically on 11 October 2024.[26][27]

Reception

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Suhas Sistu of The Hans India rated the film three and one-fourth out of five stars and wrote that "The film successfully balances drama, emotions, and a subtle love story, which unfolds naturally without taking away from the serious themes. The comic relief, though minimal, feels organic and helps lighten the mood at appropriate times."[28] Paul Nicodemus of The Times of India gave it three out of five stars and wrote, "Maa Nanna Superhero is a decent family drama that touches on universal themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption. While it excels in its performances and certain emotional moments, it is held back by a predictable plot and inconsistent pacing. Viewers seeking a heartwarming story may find it enjoyable."[29]

BH Harsh of The New Indian Express wrote that "Abhilash Reddy Kankara clearly has the flair for capturing moments that convey the poignance of his themes. If only he also had a script that was more coherent, with more of these moments woven in, moments that say a lot without saying much."[30] Sangeetha Devi Dundoo of The Hindu wrote that "Sudheer Babu and Saichand's performances anchor Maa Nanna Superhero, an uneven relationship drama that scores in a few segments".[31]

Swaroop Kodur of The Hollywood Reporter India wrote that "Though slightly overripe, Abhilash Kankara's film works because it unfolds like an affectionate relationship procedural that views a complicated scenario through a new lens."[32] Sashidhar Adivi of Times Now gave the film two-and-a-half out of five stars and opined that "Maa Nanna Superhero is a well-made film with a decent story and good performances. However, the writing looks far from complete. For some reason, the film leaves you wanting for more in terms of deft screenplay and better execution."[33]

References

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