''Kumkuma'' is a 2005 Indian Telugu-language family drama film directed by Jyothindranath Vemuri and starring Seema (lead debut),

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and newcomer Jayant.

Cast

* Seema as Madhuri *

as Karthik *Jayant as Vamsi * Ranganath as Jayant's father

Soundtrack

The music is composed by Ghantadi Krishna.

Reception

B. Anuradha of ''

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'' said that "However, he emurideserves some credit -- for attempting a female-centric film in the male-dominated Telegu film industry". Jeevi of ''

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'' opined that "On a whole, ''Kunkuma'' is a boring and sluggish flick".

References

{{Reflist 2000s Telugu-language films 2005 drama films 2005 films Indian drama films