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Mallesham

  • 2019
  • 2h 11m
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
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Mallesham (2019)
The life of Padma Shri winner Chintakindi Mallesham, who invented the the Asu machine that processes yarn for sarees mechanically, is being recreated in this biopic.
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The life of Padma Shri winner Chintakindi Mallesham, who invented the ASU machine that processes yarn for sarees mechanically, is being recreated in this biopic.The life of Padma Shri winner Chintakindi Mallesham, who invented the ASU machine that processes yarn for sarees mechanically, is being recreated in this biopic.The life of Padma Shri winner Chintakindi Mallesham, who invented the ASU machine that processes yarn for sarees mechanically, is being recreated in this biopic.

  • Director
    • Raj Rachakonda
  • Writers
    • Raj Rachakonda
    • Peddinti Ashok Kumar
    • Ramprasad Adpaikar
  • Stars
    • Priyadarshi Pulikonda
    • Jhansi
    • Ananya Nagalla
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.2/10
    1.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Raj Rachakonda
    • Writers
      • Raj Rachakonda
      • Peddinti Ashok Kumar
      • Ramprasad Adpaikar
    • Stars
      • Priyadarshi Pulikonda
      • Jhansi
      • Ananya Nagalla
    • 32User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 4 nominations total

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    Priyadarshi Pulikonda
    Priyadarshi Pulikonda
    • Mallesham
    • (as Priyadarshi)
    Jhansi
    Jhansi
    • Lakshmi
    Ananya Nagalla
    • Padma
    Chakrapani Ananda
    • Narasimhulu
    Jagadeesh Prathap Bandari
    • Anji
    • (as Jagadish Pratap Bhandari)
    Durgaprasad K
    • Electrician kiran
    • (as Durgaprasad K (Ghani)
    Gangavva
    Anvesh Michael
    • Raju
    Jayasri Rachakonda
    • Gynecologist
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    • Veera Pratap
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      • Raj Rachakonda
      • Peddinti Ashok Kumar
      • Ramprasad Adpaikar
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    9chaitumhyd

    Padmashri Mallesham

    I usually try to avoid watching inspirational movies. Not because I don't need motivation, but partly because I don't get motivated via films and I'm not a fan of the inspirational genre. I'm glad I didn't skip Mallesham based on my prior habits.

    Having problem solving mindset is an incredible asset. Mallesham has it. His lack of education didn't stop him. Dissent from his parents, friends, relatives, neighbors didn't stop him. Supportive life partner is always a huge plus though. A must watch movie.
    10srujanbandari

    ANOTHER GEM OF TFI....

    The director should get a big round of applause. And the another asset of the movie is priyadarshi he just lived in the role of mallesham. The have a perfect casting every actor put there heart and sole in the film. And the art department have also done a great job.
    9basabathina

    Best Telugu movie in recent years

    Mallesam is a beautiful attempt to screen the Weaver's survival issues. This is a rare movie in telugu movie industry that is so natural and so realistic.

    The struggle and Innovation process was very clearly shown in this movie. I wish this movie will grab nandi awards from State government.

    I really appreciate the efforts of director and expecting more movies from him.
    10vivekanandchittampally

    A biopic of real life struggle

    Mallesham is not a movie but a celluloid version of the struggle of a sincere son. Mallesham's struggle for designing a machine to be used to eliminate the physical labor by his mother is a story of struggle, disappointment, determination and learning. He learns electronics even though his academic education is stopped with high school. His struggle to design that machine is a lesson for many. He simply proves that 'strong determination' will lead to ultimate success.
    8Slim4Shady2

    Well crafted biopic!

    It was great to see so many off beat movies this month, Mallesam was one I wasn't going to miss and a story I always thought that would inevitably end up on the big screen ever since I saw his TED talk. Special thanks to everyone who decided to make this movie without jumping away from reality.

    The story starts with the childhood journey of Mallesam, it was a little longer than expected but needed given the context of his path to create the Asu machine. The narration for me looked a little too straight forward and the director could have made attempts to show it in a more artistic way but it's alright. Ever since Priyadarshi lands on screen, he never ceases to entertain us. Him and Jhansi have done their jobs very well, Ananya was surprisingly good as well, the innocence on her face and dialogues was very neat. The acting from the sides within the neorealistic environment seems to fall flat a little but its excusable given the significance. The music from Robin was good, having not heard the songs before (except one), I really liked them and it didn't feel unnecessary as well since it adjusts well with the village background.

    Mallesam's countinous strive to achieve the glory was very well put, it's a story that makes you emotional, inspires you in many ways and motivates you on what you do. Overall, it's a great story that never fails to grab your attention any minute. I'm glad this movie is getting good word of mouth since the producers couldn't put their money on promotions, it's a movie that definitely needs to be seen for people of all ages.

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    • Release date
      • June 21, 2019 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
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    • Language
      • Telugu
    • Filming locations
      • Bhuvanagiri, Telangana
    • Production companies
      • Studio 99
      • Suresh Productions
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      • ₹20,000,000 (estimated)
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      2 hours 11 minutes
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      • 1.78 : 1

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