Malli Pelli (transl. Remarriage) is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama film written and directed by M. S. Raju.[1] The film stars Naresh, Pavitra Lokesh and Vanitha Vijayakumar with Jayasudha, Sarath Babu (in his posthumous film role), Ananya Nagalla, Roshan, Ravivarma, and Annapurna in supporting roles. The story of Naresh and Pavithra's actual marriage is partially romanticized in the film.[2][3][4]
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| Directed by | M. S. Raju |
| Written by | M. S. Raju |
| Produced by | Naresh |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | M. N. Balreddy |
| Edited by | Junaid Siddiqui |
| Music by |
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Production company | Vijaya Krishna Movies |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Cast
edit- Naresh as Narendra (based on Naresh himself)
- Varshith Vemuri as child Narendra
- Pavitra Lokesh as Parvati (based on Pavitra herself)
- Ananya Nagalla as young Parvati
- Vanitha Vijayakumar as Soumya Sethupathi (based on Ramya Raghupathi, Naresh's ex-wife)
- Jayasudha as Narendra's mother (based on Vijaya Nirmala)
- Sarath Babu as Narendra's stepfather (based on Krishna)
- Ravi Varma as Phaneendra
- Roshan Basheer as young Phaneendra
- Annapurna as Annapoornamma
- Bhadram
Production
editThe film was produced by Naresh under his banner, Vijaya Krishna Movies.[5] The title Matthe Maduve was given to the Kannada dubbed version of the film.[6][7] The film's cinematography was done by Bal Reddy, and Junaid Siddiqui handled the editing of the film.[8]
The first-look poster was released on 24 March 2023.[9][10] The teaser was released on 21 April 2023.[11] The trailer was released on 11 May 2023.[12][13]
Music
editSuresh Bobbili and Aruldev composed the songs for the film, while Aruldev composed the background score.[14]
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| Released | 2023 | ||||
| Recorded | 2023 | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 26:28 | ||||
| Language | Telugu | ||||
| Label | Aditya Music | ||||
| Producer | Suresh Bobbili, Aruldev | ||||
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| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Urime Kaalama" | Ananta Sriram | Suresh Bobbili | Anurag Kulkarni | 3:45 |
| 2. | "Ra Ra Hussooru Nattho" | Ananta Sriram | Aruldev | Indu Sanath | 2:55 |
| 3. | "Kaveri Gaalila" | Anantha Sriram | Suresh Bobbili | Naresh Iyer | 4:00 |
| 4. | "Akashame" | Ananta Sriram | Suresh Bobbili | Santhosh Venky | 2:58 |
| 5. | "Sita Kalyana Vaibhogame" | — | Aruldev | Indu Sanath, Kamalaja, Aparna Harikumar | 5:07 |
| 6. | "Tumhe Mein (Stage Song)" | — | Aruldev | Jeemon K. J. | 3:33 |
| 7. | "Fabulous Day" | Kamalaja | Aruldev | Indu Sanath, Kamalaja, Aparna Harikumar | 2:38 |
| 8. | "Exposure Of Espousal-Fusion Music" | — | Aruldev | T. S. Ayyappan | 3:56 |
| Total length: | 26:28 | ||||
Release
editThe film was released on 26 May 2023. Ramya Ragupathi, Naresh's ex-wife, filed a plea to prevent the film's release and to stop its distribution, claiming that it portrays her in a negative way.[15][16][17] However, the film was released as scheduled.[18]
Home media
editOnline streaming rights to the film were acquired by Amazon Prime Video.[19][20]
Reception
editNeeshita Nyayapati of The Times of India gave it 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Malli Pelli is the tale of two consenting adults who happen to fall in love and face judgement from society. Watch it if that’s your cup of tea."[21] Abhilasha Cherukuri of Cinema Express gave it 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Malli Pelli surpasses the expectations it sets, surprising its viewers with sincerity on one end and unabashed glee on the other."[22]
Avad Mohammad of OTTplay gave it 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "MS Raju has neatly put his point across that love can be felt at any age in life. However, the film has issues in the second half. The flashback of Pavitra Lokesh is a tad boring and derails the flow of the film."[23] 123telugu gave the film 2.75 out of 5 stars and wrote, "M.S. Raju managed to create some good moments, but the authenticity factor remains unknown as the movie is based on the real lives of Naresh and Pavitra. Also the slow narration at times hampers the impact."[24]
Satya Pulagam of ABP Live Telugu gave the film 2.5 out of 5 stars and stated, "How did Pavitra and Naresh start dating? How do they get along with their life partners? The scenes are interesting."[25] A critic from Sakshi gave the film a rating of 2.5 stars out of 5 and gave a mixed review.[26]
Kiran Kumar of News18 Telugu gave it 2.25 out of 5 stars and stated, "The life of Naresh is the subject of the controversial film Malli Pelli. The film contains issues like a sluggish narration and lack commercial values."[27]
References
edit- ^ India, The Hans (22 May 2023). "Compelling Reasons to Watch 'Malli Pelli' - A Unique Love Story". www.thehansindia.com. Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
- ^ "Watch: Teaser of Malli Pelli, a satire on Naresh and Pavitra's personal crisis". The News Minute. 23 April 2023. Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
- ^ "'Malli Pelli is the real story of half of the world,' says actor Naresh". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 24 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli movie: Story of Naresh, Pavitra Lokesh's real life journey to marriage". The Economic Times. 21 April 2023. Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli is an honest love story: Naresh and Pavitra Lokesh". The Times of India. 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
- ^ "Matte Maduve Film: ಖಾಸಗಿ ಜೀವನ ಸುದ್ದಿಗೆ ಆಹಾರವಾಗಿದ್ದು ಬೇಸರ ತರಿಸಿದೆ - ಪವಿತ್ರಾ ಲೋಕೆಶ್". Zee News Kannada (in Kannada). 18 May 2023. Archived from the original on 18 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Matte Maduve: ಪವಿತ್ರಾ ಲೋಕೇಶ್-ನರೇಶ್ ರಿಯಲ್ ಸ್ಟೋರಿ ರಿವೀಲ್! ಟ್ರೈಲರ್ ರಿಲೀಸ್". News18 Kannada (in Kannada). 11 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Naresh and Pavitra Lokesh's new film titled Malli Pelli". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
- ^ "Naresh: 'మళ్ళీ పెళ్లి'.. వీడియో షేర్ చేసిన నరేశ్". EENADU (in Telugu). Archived from the original on 8 April 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Senior actor Naresh announces Malli Pelli, a film on his own life". OTTPlay. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ Desam, A. B. P. (21 April 2023). "'మళ్ళీ పెళ్లి' - ఇది సినిమానా? లేదంటే నరేష్ - పవిత్ర జీవితమా?". telugu.abplive.com (in Telugu). Archived from the original on 21 April 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Latest: Naresh's Malli Pelli trailer looks promising". 123telugu.com. 11 May 2023. Archived from the original on 1 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ Desam, A. B. P. (11 May 2023). "మూడో భార్యను తన్నిన నరేష్, పవిత్రతో ప్రేమ కథ - 'మళ్ళీ పెళ్లి' ట్రైలర్లో అన్నీ..." telugu.abplive.com (in Telugu). Archived from the original on 30 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli - All Songs - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". JioSaavn. 27 April 2023. Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
- ^ "Naresh's ex-wife Ramya Raghupathi files lawsuit to stall the release of Malli Pelli; Here's why". Pinkvilla. 25 May 2023. Archived from the original on 1 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Naresh's ex-wife Ramya Raghupathi takes to court to stall Malli Pelli's release". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 25 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Naresh's ex-wife approaches court for a stay order on Malli Pelli's release". 123telugu.com. 25 May 2023. Archived from the original on 25 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Naresh's Ex-Wife Files Petition to Stop 'Malli Pelli' Release". The Hans India. 25 May 2023. Archived from the original on 27 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli locks its OTT platform and release date, deets inside". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
- ^ Desk, HT Telugu. "Malli Pelli OTT Release Date: ఓటీటీలోకి వచ్చేస్తోన్న మళ్ళీ పెళ్లి - స్ట్రీమింగ్ ఎందులో అంటే..!". Hindustantimes Telugu (in Telugu). Archived from the original on 13 June 2023. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
{{cite web}}:|last1=has generic name (help) - ^ "Malli Pelli Movie Review : A mixed bag of a film that could've done with a balanced take". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 27 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli Movie Review: A pulpy, persuasive hyper-meta love story". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 4 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli Review: A bold family drama with mature emotions". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli Telugu Movie Review". 123telugu.com. 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 9 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ Pulagam, Satya (26 May 2023). "'మళ్ళీ పెళ్లి' రివ్యూ : నరేష్, పవిత్ర తప్పు చేశారా? లేదంటే రమ్యా రఘుపతిది తప్పా? ఏం చూపించారంటే". telugu.abplive.com (in Telugu). Archived from the original on 2 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli Review: 'మళ్ళీ పెళ్లి' మూవీ రివ్యూ". Sakshi (in Telugu). 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 4 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Malli Pelli Movie Review: 'మళ్ళీ పెళ్ళి' మూవీ రివ్యూ.. కాంట్రవర్షల్ స్టోరీ ఆఫ్ నరేష్ లైఫ్." News18 Telugu (in Telugu). 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
External links
edit- Malli Pelli at IMDb