Meanwhile, the film, which has opened to good reviews, has so far grossed a sum of Rs 33 crore worldwide, its makers announced on Wednesday…reports Asian Lite News
Director Hanu Raghavapudi’s romantic entertainer ‘Sita Ramam’, featuring Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur in the lead, has been cleared for release in the United Arab Emirates.
The film, which released in other parts of the world on August 5, was re-censored in the UAE and will now hit screens there on August 11.
Meanwhile, the film, which has opened to good reviews, has so far grossed a sum of Rs 33 crore worldwide, its makers announced on Wednesday.
‘Sita Ramam’, a beautiful love story set against the backdrop of a war in 1965, has Dulquer Salmaan playing the character of Lieutenant Ram, an orphan, serving the nation in snow-clad mesmerising terrains and gleaming lakes of Kashmir.
Pairing with Dulquer is Mrunal Thakur as Sita Mahalakshmi, the lead actress of the film, along with Rashmika Mandanna in an impressive role.
The film also features actress Rashmika Mandanna as Afreen, a Pakistan national who loathes India.
‘Kannulu Kannulu Dochayente’ and ‘Kurup’ were dubbed films, yet the love you gave to those films is something I’ll never forget…says DQ
Actor Dulquer Salmaan, whose latest movie ‘Sita Ramam’ hit the screens, shared that he cried on the day of the film’s release because he was “so overwhelmed with the film and how people were accepting it”.
Taking to social media to express his gratitude to the Telugu audience, he wrote: “To the wonderful Telugu audience, my first ever film that was dubbed in Telugu and released was ‘OK Bangaram’. Thanks to Mani sir, you all took a chance on me and gave me immense love in my first outing.
“Then, Nagi and Vyjayanthi gave me the opportunity to play Gemini in ‘Mahanati’ and even though it had grey shades, the love and respect I got for the role and film was unlike anything I expected. ‘Ammadi’ became a permanent part of my life wherever I went.”
‘Kannulu Kannulu Dochayente’ and ‘Kurup’ were dubbed films, yet the love you gave to those films is something I’ll never forget. When Swapna and Hanu approached me with ‘Sita Ramam’, I knew I was in safe hands. I knew we would be delivering a quality film and I want to always do only those straight Telugu films that will be unique and pathbreaking.
“The film is a combined effort of so many artistes and talents and crew and it became as beautiful as it is because of everyone involved. I cried on the day of the release because I was so overwhelmed with the film and how people were accepting the film.
“The love you’re showing all of us be it Hanu, Mrunal, Rashmika, Sumanth Anna, Vishal, PS Vinod sir and myself, isn’t something we can explain in words. Thank you to the cinema loving audience of Telugu. Thank you to the biggest believers in the art of cinema. Thank you for making me feel like your own.
Director Hanu Raghavapudi does a magnificent job of narrating a touching romantic story capable of melting the hearts of even the most cynical people…reviewed by Manigandan K.R.
Director Hanu Raghavapudi’s ‘Sita Ramam’ is just a brilliantly-crafted, beautiful love story that leaves you completely overwhelmed by the time you walk out of the theatre.
The film, which has all the makings of a timeless classic, tells the love story of Lieutenant Ram, played by Dulquer, an officer of the Indian army who was serving in Kashmir in the sixties, and Sita, a princess who was willing to relinquish everything, including her wealth and title, for the sake of his love.
The story slowly unravels itself as Afreen (Rashmika Mandanna), a Pakistani student studying in the UK, is forced to embark on a journey to deliver a letter written by Ram to Sita almost 20 years ago.
She is entrusted with the job of delivering the letter by her late grandfather, Pakistan Brigadier Tariq, played by Sachin Khedekar.
Afreen, who appears to be a feminist and a jingoist, whole-heartedly hates India and therefore, grudingly begins her search for Sita. The journey, however, opens her eyes to truths that she was blind to initially and makes her see the power of love, compassion and kindness.
Director Hanu Raghavapudi does a magnificent job of narrating a touching romantic story capable of melting the hearts of even the most cynical people.
The film has much to offer, both as a visual spectacle and as a treasure trove of noble ideas.
Though’ the film might initially come across like just another classic rich girl falls for poor boy kind of story, in reality, it is much more than that. It is a story that is full of small incidents or interactions that showcase various qualities that deserve praise.
It also dispels myths along the way, in its own sweet non-imposing manner. Take for instance, the scene in the film in which Ram, who does not know his Sita is actually a princess, attempts to convince her that she does not have to worry if he has the means to provide for her because he has a princely sum of Rs 12,000 in his bank account.
It is just a beautiful sequence that evokes laughter and admiration both at the same time. Laughter at Ram’s ignorance and admiration at his sincerity.
The film has breathtaking visuals from the start till the end. Every single scene is picture perfect. Be it the lighting, the choice of colours, the designs or the frame, there is very little to complain about.
Both cinematographers P.S. Vinod and Shreyaas Krishna seem to have done outstanding work in the film. So good is their work that ‘Sita Ramam’ can be watched just for its visuals alone!
Vishal Chandrashekar’s music, be it for the background score or for the songs, work big time. The songs in this film have considerable retention value and that credit must go entirely to Vishal. His background score is also apt.
Dulquer, like always, delivers a fantastic performance in the film. He charms his way into your heart and rules it like a king by the time the film ends.
But it is Mrunal Thakur who steals the show. She looks the part and plays it to perfection. She displays the class of royalty and the compassion of a kind-hearted noble soul simultaneously with commendable ease.
While her attire and attitude indicate royalty, her eyes are full of compassion and kindness. Her demure nature perfectly complements the playful and flamboyant nature of Ram and they make an ideal pair together.
Rashmika Mandanna as Afreen showcases a new facet of her acting. She plays a woman who is self-centred, unforgiving and hateful at first but turns into a person forgiving and loving at the end. Rashmika showcases both personalities quite well.
Almost all the actors deliver in this film. Special mention of Vennela Kishore and Murali Sharma, must be made, who played their parts to perfection yet again.
In all, ‘Sita Ramam’ is a work of perfection and deserves to be celebrated.
Director Hanu Raghavapudi is in his element with the beautiful love story. Both the journeys- the love story of Ram and Sita in the 60s and the search to find them in 80s are authentic…reports Asian Lite News
Set in the 60s and 80’s, Dulquer Salmaan-starrer ‘Sita Ramam’ has the makings of a classic love story. The movie’s Telugu trailer released Monday and promises a beautiful story that will remain fresh for a long time.
The Telugu theatrical trailer of ‘Sita Ramam’ highlights the crucial events in the love story. An orphan soldier Lieutenant Ram’s life changes when he gets a letter from a girl named Sita. He meets her and love blossoms. When he comes back to his camp in Kashmir, he sends a letter to Sita which doesn’t reach her. Twenty years later, actors Rashmi Mandanna and Tharun Bhascker are given the task of giving the letter to Sita.
Director Hanu Raghavapudi is in his element with the beautiful love story. Both the journeys- the love story of Ram and Sita in the 60s and the search to find them in 80s are authentic.
Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur charmed with their screen presence, wherein the chemistry shared by the two is magical. Rashmika Mandanna’s heroic role and Sumanth’s negative-shaded role are other positive aspects.
P.S. Vinod’s cinematography deserves special mention, wherein Vishal Chandrashekhar’s re-recording work is phenomenal. Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao wins brownie points for narrating the story of two different timelines in an easily comprehensible manner. Visuals look like a paint of a great artist, thanks to the grand production design of Vyjayanthi Movies and Swapna Cinema.
Sita Ramam will have simultaneous release in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam languages on August 5th. Producers: Produced by Ashwini Dutt under Swapna Cinema banner and presented by Vyjayanthi Movies, the movie has music by Vishal Chandrasekhar.
The cast includes Dulquer Salmaan, Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna, Sumanth, Gautam Menon, Tharun Bhascker, and Prakash Raj.
