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‘Fidaa’ Review : A fun filled feel-good movie !

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‘Fidaa’ Review : A fun filled feel-good movie !

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Telugu360 Rating 3.5/5

Sekhar Kammula who once happened to enjoy a star director status in overseas market, specifically in youth segment, seemed to have lost his Midas touch in the recent past. In an attempt to regain his former glory, the director came up with a youthful entertainer ‘Fidaa’ in association with Dil Raju who is also known for family pleasant movies. Let’s find out if this film work in favor of the actors and makers?

Story:
Fidaa is a feel-good family story of two couples. Bhanumati (Sai Pallavi) and her sister Renuka live in a village near Banswada in Telangana. Raju (Raja Chembolu) who is an NRI, in match making process, visits Renuka’s house along with his younger brother Varun (Varun Tej). Raju likes Renuka and as they prepare for marriage, love blossoms between Bhanumati and Varun.

While Raju and Renuka are happily married, there is a conflict between the lead couple. Raju, Renuka and Varun leave for USA. Rest of the story is about how the conflict between Varun and Bhanumati develops and subsequently leading to the climax.

Analysis:
Set in the background of a middle-class family, Fidaa is a testimony of Sekhar Kammula’s sensibilities. The rural backdrop, the bonding of two sisters, their lively conversations and the soul of rural Telangana makes you fall in love with the film for its entire first half. In the role of rebellious village belle Bhanumati which is an author backed role, Sai Pallavi nailed it with her stellar performance and dubbing. Dialogues showcasing the attitude of Bhanumati are enjoyable not only by the youth but also by family audience. The prompt punch liners by her are smartly written. The marriage of Raju and Renuka happens during a heavy downpour in the village. It is very realistic with a nice execution.

However, the misunderstanding between Varun and Bhanumati towards interval fails to sound convincing. Bhanumati, being bold and new age girl, suspecting Varun for an insignificant reason is impractical. Superhit song “Vachinde…Melliga Vachinde” is fantastic on screen. Again, Sai Pallavi who is also an amazing dancer, made this song hit. Other two songs in first half “Hey Mister”, “Ey Pillagaada” are decent enough. Overall, first half is very good for all sections of audience despite slow narration at times.

Second half begins with all the characters except Bhanumati returning to the USA. Conflicts escalate between Varun and Bhanumati. The love proposal scene and Bhanumati’s response are hilarious. Towards middle of the second half, movie considerably slows down with the story going nowhere. The love – hate – love thread between Varun and Bhanumati becomes redundant. However, the conflict, the realization and the reunion points are not narrated in a convincingly manner. The movie would have been a blockbuster, had Sekhar excelled in these aspects. Bhanumati characterization seemed to be diluted, especially in the second half, as her love-hate confusion is not heart touching. Melodious superhit “oosupodhu…” song comes as Montage song. Fast beat number “Edo Jarugutondi..” is also good. There is nothing new that the story has to offer, except for the different backdrops (Rural Telangana and USA) which brings about some freshness.

Performances:
Varun Tej as Varun has evolved significantly as an actor. He needs to keep a check on his weight. Sai Pallavi is the show stealer and brings life into Bhanumati’s character. Her own dubbing in Telangana accent is praiseworthy. However, in her close-up shots, pimples all over her cheeks is bit annoying to watch. Raja Chembolu who is Sirivennela Sitarama Sastry’s son, played nicely as Varun’s brother. Sharanya Pradeep as Sai Pallavi’s sister did well and is a good choice for the role. Sai Chand as the father of the girls is a perfect fit.

Technicians:
Sekhar Kammula still remains relevant with youth. He observed the present generation girls as good as he did in Anand, 13 years ago. Fidaa may not be his best work, but definitely has its moments of sensibilities, feelings and emotions. Shakthikanth Karthick’s music has soul and all songs are pretty much good. Background score is decent. Dil Raju spent lavishly wherever required to deliver the look of a quality film. Presently when YouTube type short film quality is flourishing in the industry, it is good to see that the makers spent well to give a true cinematic appeal. Editor and cinematographer did their job well to make this flick a decent watch.

Verdict:
Fidaa is a feel-good film with loads of humor, love, emotions and nice songs. While the first half is very good, second half is just passable with few dull moments. This film may not be Sekhar Kammula’s best work, but definitely worth watching with the family. Heroine Sai Pallavi is the show stealer with her commendable performance. This film has all ingredients to become HIT in ‘A’ centers and in overseas market.

Telugu360 Rating 3.5/5

Release Date : 21st July, 2017
Director : Sekhar Kammula
Music Director : Shakti Kanth
Produced by : Dil Raju
Cinematography : Vijay C. Kumar
Starring : Varun Tej, Sai Pallavi

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Fidaa opens to positive reports in overseas

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Fidaa opens to positive reports in overseas

Varun Tej starrer Fidaa, which is releasing all over today, garnered unanimous positive reports from the overseas premier shows. Early reports suggest that the film is nicely blend with Sekhar Kammula’s trademark elements that will strike a chord with family audience. Also, Sai Pallavi’s mesmerising screen presence is drawing good applause from audience.

According to the latest trade reports, the film has collected close to $ 150K from Thursday premiers. This is an excellent start considering both Varun Tej and Sekhar Kammula are out of form. Analysts are predicting that the film might collect more than $ 1 Million mark in its full run. We have to wait and see how the film fares after the good start.

Produced by Dil Raju, Fidaa has its music score done by Shakthikanth Karthik.

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Fidaa USA Premiers Confirmed Today

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Fidaa USA Premiers Confirmed Today

A clean “U” certificate Sekhar Kammula, Varun Tej and Sai Pallavi’s family entertainer Fidaa digital content and keys delivered to all the locations in USA and premiere shows are confirmed for today July 20th, Thu starting 6 pm local timings as per published schedules.

Online ticketing already opened and bookings going on in full swing. Luxury seating locations tickets already getting sold out, so please reserve your tickets online to avoid any last-minute disappointments. We are releasing Fidaa in about 140 locations in North America and almost all locations have premiere shows with multiple shows in big and luxury seating locations.

Already two private shows screened in Hyderabad yesterday and getting very good positive response from the viewers.

Fidaa is a clean family entertainer with good mix of entertainment, emotions and family drama that entertains all sections of audience.

Enjoy this movie with your entire family irrespective of the age with reasonable ticket prices! It’s a cool breeze for this hot summer!!

Stay away from piracy and enjoy the movie on silver screens.

Press note issued by BlueSky Cinemas, Inc.

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Huge fan of Kammula’s natural style of filmmaking: Varun Tej

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Huge fan of Kammula’s natural style of filmmaking: Varun Tej

Actor Varun Tej, who has teamed up with Sekhar Kammula in the forthcoming Telugu release “Fidaa”, says he is a fan of the filmmakers natural approach to filmmaking and realism he brings to his craft.

In the film, slated for release on Friday, Varun plays an NRI doctor.

On teaming up with Kammula for the first time, Varun told IANS: “What makes Sekhar sir distinct from the filmmakers I have worked with so far is his natural approach to filmmaking.”

“I’m a huge fan of his style. He doesn’t like to go overboard for the sake of satisfying a section of the audiences. He brings lot of realism to his work.”

Varun said the film questions the society’s archaic notion about marriage.

“The way Sekhar sir has treated the film’s climax, which breaks the tradition of how marriage is viewed in our society, made me fall in love with the film. I could call it my ‘fidaa’ moment of the film. I was moved by the climax and I’m sure audiences will love it too,” he said.

“Fidaa” marks the Telugu debut of Malayalam actress Sai Pallavi, and Varun is all praise for the newbie.

“Pallavi is a devoted actress and her commitment shocked me. We shared a very healthy competition, which made working with her even more exciting. Audiences will see our competitiveness reflect on screen and it’ll work in the film’s favour,” he added.

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Fidaa Trailer clocks Million Views in no time

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Fidaa Trailer clocks Million Views in no time

Super talented director Sekhar Kammula is making his comeback to mainstream cinema after a gap of three long years. His next movie has been titled Fidaa and it features Varuntej, Sai Pallavi in the lead roles. This romantic drama is all set for release this Friday and the makers unveiled the theatrical trailer which has been filled with romantic moments throughout. Fidaa trailer impressed the audience bigtime and it clocked 1 million views in no time.

Fidaa theatrical trailer has been a massive hit and brought huge buzz on the film. Fidaa is said to be a romantic saga that happens between an NRI guy and a Telangana girl. Popular producer Dil Raju bankrolled the movie and there are talks that he chopped off some of the episodes. Fidaa has been certified with clean U. Shakthi Kanth’s music is a massive winner and is on the top of the music charts. Fidaa is all set for release on July 21st all over.

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Fidaa certified with clean “U”

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Fidaa certified with clean “U”

Sekhar Kammula is making his comeback after three years with his next movie titled Fidaa. Touted to be a breezy romantic drama, Varuntej and Sai Pallavi played the lead roles in the movie. The film completed all the censor formalities today and it has been awarded clean U certificate like every Sekhar Kammula films get. The movie has been passed without a single cut informed a source from the censor board and the makers have been extremely happy with the response from the censor board.

Popular producer Dil Raju bankrolled the film and it has been revealed that he chopped off the film by 25 minutes. The music composed by Shakthi Kanth has been an instant hit and is topping the music charts. Fidaa has been aimed for release all over on July 21st. Fidaa is a crucial film for Varuntej and Sekhar Kammula as the duo has been occupied with back to back debacles.

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Fidaa chopped off by 25 minutes

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Fidaa chopped off by 25 minutes

Versatile director Sekhar Kammula is one director who prefers realistic films filled with human emotions. The director’s recent outings ended up as debacles and he is all set for his next film Fidaa after a huge break. Varuntej and Sai Pallavi played the lead roles in the movie which is said to be a romantic entertainer. The entire shoot of the film has been wrapped up and the recently released audio has been receiving thumping response from the audience. Dil Raju during the audio event revealed that he has given complete freedom to Sekhar Kammula and he just visited the sets of the movie for two days.

However the latest update says that Dil Raju happened to watch the copy of the film and he suggested lot of changes. Dil Raju who prefers to dominate during the film’s edit seems to be not bothered about Sekhar Kammula’s work. He is said to have chopped off the film by 25 minutes after he watched the final draft of Fidaa. The film unit is working hard to restrict the film’s runtime for 2 hours and 15 minutes. With nothing much to do, Sekhar is currently busy trimming off his film. Fidaa has been aimed for July 21st release.

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Fidaa Music Review: Decent Album

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Fidaa Music Review: Decent Album

Talented filmmaker Sekhar Kammula took a huge break and he is all set with his next movie titled Fidaa. Varuntej and Sai Pallavi played the lead roles in this romantic entertainer which is gearing up for release this month. Shakthi Kanth composed the music and the audio jukebox has been out recently. Fidaa is an album filled with melodious beats and impressive lyrics. Packed with fresh beats, Fidaa is an impressive album for sure. Vachinde, Hey Pillagaada, Ossupodu and the title track of Fidaa are the best from the album.

The audio event of Fidaa will take place today evening at 6 PM in JRC, Hyderabad. The post-production work of Fidaa too is currently in process and popular filmmaker Dil Raju is bankrolling the prestigious movie which has been shot in USA, Hyderabad and some villages across Telangana. Fidaa has been aimed for July 21st release and is said to be a love story between a NRI and a Telangana village girl.

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Headway in Telangana dialect from Vijayashanti to Sai Pallavi

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Headway in Telangana dialect from Vijayashanti to Sai Pallavi

Telangana dialect in the mainstream cinema is definitively witnessing a significant development. So far, the dialect was used only by specific set of actors. Habitually the lead actors do not speak Telangana dialect, but, the villain and comedians do. The distortion of Telangana culture has been most significant in Telugu films.

In Mondi Mogudu Penki Pellam, the heroine Vijayashanti speaks Telangana dialect and plays wife of Police officer. The husband was always embarrassed by her language and in the first scene he shields her by saying “she is doing research in Telangana Dialect”. Adapting the dialect in movies was like one step forward two step backwards. However, in the recent past the slang has seen substantial headway in Telugu movies. Heart throb Sai Pallavi playing a role of the girl from Bhanswada, Nizamabad and enunciating the words is strong message that the actress and the director Shekar Kammula are sending out to their peers through their upcoming flick Fidaa. The video featuring Sai Pallavi rehearsing the dialogue and the teaser, already evoked interest in the character. Sai Pallavi’s role will also help in understanding the beauty of the dialect and culture.

The slang after a long wait is finding its own voice in conventional Telugu cinema. National Award winning film ‘Pellichoopulu’ and recent flick Ami Tumi had major star cast conversing in Telangana dialect. The audience took it positively without demeaning. A different dialect is going to give a distinctive vision of culture.

Despite Allu Arjun and Mahesh Babu using the slang in Rudrama Devi and Dookudu respectively, portrayal and acceptance of Telangana culture has still long way to go in cinema. Sai Pallavi as Telangana girl will likely make the world of cinema, a new world in itself. Quoting Sterling Brown “Dialect or speech of the people is capable of expressing whatever the people are.”

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Sai Pallavi turns a diehard fan of Pawan Kalyan

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Sai Pallavi turns a diehard fan of Pawan Kalyan

Super talented filmmaker Sekhar Kammula made no impact with his films in the recent times. He pinned all his hopes on Fidaa which is said to be a romantic entertainer. Varuntej and Sai Pallavi are playing the lead roles in the movie which completed shoot recently. Fidaa is all about a romantic journey between a NRI guy and a Telangana girl. The recently released trailer has been getting decent applause from the audience. Sai Pallavi is said to have dubbed on her own for the role and she will be seen speaking in Telangana diction for her role.

The update is that Sai Pallavi will be playing a diehard Pawan Kalyan fan in the film and she will even be spotted speaking couple of popular Pawan’s dialogues from his films. Popular filmmaker Dil Raju is producing Fidaa on Sri Venkateswara Creations banner. Fidaa has been aimed for July 21st release and Sekhar Kammula is in plans to bounce back with Fidaa. Varuntej too who could not taste success in the recent times pinned all his hopes on Fidaa.

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Fidaa Theatrical Trailer

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Fidaa Theatrical Trailer

Fidaa Theatrical Trailer

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Fidaa Teaser: Glimpses of Romantic Journey

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Fidaa Teaser: Glimpses of Romantic Journey

Fidaa Teaser

Talented filmmaker Sekhar Kammula who has a fan base for his films left them disappointed in the recent years. He pinned all his hopes on his next film Fidaa which is in last leg of shoot. Varuntej and Sai Pallavi are the lead actors in Fidaa which is said to be a romantic entertainer. The makers released the first teaser of the movie which is all about the love story between an NRI boy and a Telangana girl. Some important episodes have been shot in USA.

The teaser hints us about the romantic journey that the film promises. Sekhar Kammula who never failed in love stories has something interesting with Fidaa. The theatrical trailer of the film will be released in theatres on June 23rd along with Duvvada Jagannadham. Dil Raju is the producer and Fidaa has been aimed for August 4th release.

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Sai Pallavi signs her third Telugu Film?

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Sai Pallavi signs her third Telugu Film?

Malayalam beauty Sai Pallavi has been a sensation in South cinema. The actress emerged as a star with her debut movie Premam and she had no time to look back. Blown with offers, Sai Pallavi has been quite selective and she rejected several biggies which made her into the news. Her first Telugu film Fidaa in the direction of Sekhar Kammula is nearing completion and the actress will soon join Nani’s MCA which started rolling recently. Incidentally, both the movies are being produced by Dil Raju.

The latest update reveals that she has been approached to play the female lead in AL Vijay’s next bilingual. Naga Shourya is the lead actor and the regular shoot will start early next year. The movie is said to be a horror flick and Sai Pallavi has been impressed with the narration of AL Vijay. She is already shooting for Karu which marks her Tamil debut and is directed by Vijay. Lyca Productions are all set to bankroll this bilingual.

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Bollywood actress to woo Sundeep Kishan

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Bollywood actress to woo Sundeep Kishan

Young actor Sundeep Kishan, who is gearing up for the release of Krishna Vamshi’s Nakshatram, will soon team up with Mahesh Babu’s sister Manjula for a romantic entertainer which marks her directional debut. Premam fame Sai Pallavi was supposed to come on board for this film.

According to the latest update in DC, Sai Pallavi opted out of the project due to a packed schedule. It is now learnt that Bollywood diva Amyra Dastur has been roped into to play the film’s leading lady. Amyra is just four films old in Bollywood. She is currently busy with a Tamil film.

The makers of Manjula – Sundeep Kishan film met Amyra recently and she had a brief narration. Impressed with the role, she quickly jumped on the board. Gemini Kiran, who produced Nani’s Majnu, will produce the film.

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Sekhar Kammula ropes in young actor for Fidaa

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Sekhar Kammula ropes in young actor for Fidaa

With Mister being a complete wash out at the box office, Mega actor Varun Tej has pinned all his hopes on his next outing, Fidaa which is being directed by Sekhar Kammula. Tipped to be a fresh romantic tale between a Telangana girl and an NRI boy, the film stars Premam sensation Sai Pallavi as the female lead.

According to the latest update, Sekhar Kammula has roped in young actor Harshavardan Rane for a guest role in this film. Harshavardan Rane, who made his debut with Thakita Thakita,appeared in Sekhar Kammula’s​ lady oriented film Anamika, which starred Nayanatara. He also played an important role in Ravi Teja’s Bengal Tiger. He commenced shooting for his role in Fidaa recently.

Fidaa is aiming for August 4th release. Dil Raju is the film’s producer.

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Nani and Premam beauty to start MCA from May

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Nani and Premam beauty to start MCA from May

Actor Nani is going great guns in his career at present. With back to back hits in 2016 and a blockbuster early this year, the Nenu Local star is currently busy shooting for Siva Nirvana’s Ninnu Kori which is on the verge of completion. He will soon move onto his next project which will be under Dil Raju’s Sri Venkateswara Creations.

Titled as M.C.A – Middle Class Abbayi, the film will feature Premam beauty Sai Pallavi as the leading lady. The pre production activities are currently underway in Hyderabad and the team has already locked a few locations in Telangana state to shoot for the film. The regular shooting will commence from mid May.

Venu Sriram will call shots for the film which also features Bhumika Chawla in a crucial role.

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Varun Tej’s Fidaa Release Date is Here

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Varun Tej’s Fidaa Release Date is Here

Mega Prince Varun Tej pinned massive hopes on his next movie Fidaa after his recent film Mister ended up as a massive debacle. Sekhar Kammula is directing Fidaa which is all about a love story of a Telangana girl and an American guy. The shoot of the film is nearing completion and it will be wrapped up by the end of May. Malayalam beauty Sai Pallavi is essaying the female lead in this romantic entertainer.

The makers are in plans to release Fidaa on August 4th this year. Sekhar Kammula is making his comeback after a long gap and top filmmaker Dil Raju is bankrolling this prestigious project. Shakthi Kanth is the music composer and Vijay K Chakravarthy is the cinematographer. Fidaa is a crucial film for both Varuntej and Sekhar Kammula. Hope the duo bounces back with this romantic entertainer.

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