Aahuthi
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| Aahuthi | |
|---|---|
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| Directed by | Kodi Ramakrishna |
| Written by | Ganesh Patro (dialogues) |
| Screenplay by | Kodi Ramakrishna |
| Story by | Sreenivasa Chakravarthy |
| Based on | Rajavinte Makan (1986) |
| Produced by | Shyam Prasad Reddy |
| Starring | Rajasekhar Jeevitha |
| Music by | Satyam |
Production company | M. S. Art Movies |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Aahuthi is a 1987 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. The film stars Rajasekhar and Jeevitha in the lead roles. It was produced by Shyam Prasad Reddy on M. S. Art Movies banner. The music for the film was composed by Satyam.[1] The film was a commercial success.[2] It is a remake of Malayalam film Rajavinte Makan (1986), which itself was based on the 1980 novel Rage of Angels by Sidney Sheldon.
The film tells the story of Sambhu Prasad (Gopi), a politician who manipulates situations for his gain. Ashok (Rajashekhar), a businessman, exposes Sambhu's corruption, which leads to a series of conflicts. Sambhu exploits Santhi (Jeevitha) for his political strategies, but she remains independent and resilient. The narrative explores themes of power, corruption, and the fight for justice.
Cast
- Rajasekhar as Ashok
- Jeevitha as Santhi
- Babu Mohan
- Gopi as Sambhu Prasad
- Prasad
Production
After the success of Talambralu (1986), Shyam Prasad Reddy produced Aahuthi directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. Rajasekhar initially believed the film had potential but did not anticipate its significant success. The praise he received for his role as Ashok surpassed his expectations.[3]
During filming, Rajasekhar faced health challenges but was committed to his role. Director Kodi Ramakrishna guided him in portraying Ashok's character effectively, which helped audiences connect with the character. Rajasekhar later mentioned that the role deeply affected him, influencing his thoughts and sleep during filming. Although he initially felt unsatisfied with his performance, both audiences and critics praised his portrayal, providing him with a sense of fulfillment.[3]
Music
All music is composed by Satyam.
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Andhamaina Naa" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | |
| 2. | "Chebutha Neeko Vinta Katha" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | |
| 3. | "Buddhudu Puttina" | V. Ramakrishna | |
| 4. | "Sooridu Toorupuna" | S. Janaki | |
| 5. | "Padagalettina Duragatanki" |
Reception
Aahuthi was released on 3 December 1987[1] and became a major success at the box office.[4][5] The film was noted for its powerful dialogues written by Ganesh Patro, which were considered one of its main assets. Rajasekhar's intense performance in the role of Ashok garnered widespread acclaim and is considered one of the defining roles of his career.