Telugu cinema is set for an exciting release with Thandel, starring Sai Pallavi and Naga Chaitanya. The duo who won hearts with their chemistry in Love Story (2021) is returning with a fresh narrative inspired by real events. With its release just around the corner, let’s dive into the ‘Thandel’ massive budget, advance bookings, release date, plot, cast, crew, runtime and more.
Cast & Crew of ‘Thandel’
The film features Naga Chaitanya as Raju and Sai Pallavi as Satya, with key roles played by Prakash Belawadi, Rao Ramesh, Kalpalatha, Sundip Ved and Kishore Raju Vasistha.
The film is helmed by National award-winning director Chandoo Mondeti, known for his storytelling skills with a screenplay written by him and a story credited to Karthik Theeda. It is produced by Bunny Vasu under Geetha Arts, while Allu Aravind presents it. The visuals are crafted by cinematographer Shamdat Sainudeen with editing handled by Naveen Nooli. Music is composed by none other than Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad, adding an emotional depth to the film’s narrative.
Storyline
Thandel takes inspiration from a real-life incident that occurred in 2018. The plot revolves around fishermen from Srikakulam who unintentionally drift into Pakistani waters during a fishing trip. What follows is a journey filled with courage, patriotism and resilience. The film aims to present a gripping mix of emotions, action and drama, making it a compelling watch for hard-hitting narrative viewers.
‘Thandel’ Massive Budget & Production Insights
With a budget of approximately ₹75 crore, Thandel marks one of the most expensive films in Naga Chaitanya’s career. A significant portion of the budget was dedicated to a dance sequence on Lord Shiva, costing around ₹4 crore. The sequence involved 900 dancers, making it a grand visual spectacle. The film’s production values have been designed to ensure an immersive experience with authentic settings and intense action sequences.
‘Thandel’ Advance Bookings & Business Expectations
Despite recent box office challenges for Naga Chaitanya, Thandel has garnered strong pre-release business. The digital rights have already been sold for ₹40 crore, recovering a significant portion of the investment. The film’s theatrical business in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana alone is valued at approximately ₹27.50 crore, with the Nizam region contributing ₹10.50 crore. The rest of India accounts for ₹3.50 crore, while overseas rights are valued at ₹6 crore, bringing the total worldwide theatrical business to ₹37 crore. For the film to be considered a success, it needs to collect over ₹60 crore globally. If it surpasses ₹100 crore, it will be a milestone in Naga Chaitanya’s career.
‘Thandel’ Cast Salary:
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Thandel’s Certification & Runtime
The movie has been granted a U/A certificate, making it accessible to a wide audience. With a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes, Thandel promises an engaging cinematic experience without dragging its narrative.
‘Thandel’ Release Date & Languages: When and Where to Watch?
Initially planned as a Sankranthi release, Thandel is now scheduled to hit theaters on February 7, 2024. The change in release date was made to ensure a smoother run at the box office, avoiding competition with other festive releases. Meanwhile, the movie releasing only three languages including Telugu, Tamil and Hindi.
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As the film gears up for release, expectations remain high. Will Thandel meet its box office targets and bring Naga Chaitanya a much-needed hit? Only time will tell.
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