''Natakam'' () is a 2018 Indian

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-language action thriller film written and directed by Kalyanji Gogana, starring Ashish Gandhi and

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in the lead roles. Produced by Radhika Srinivas, Sri Saideep Chatla, Praveen Gandhi and Uma Kuchipudi, ''Natakam'' features music composed by Sai Karthik and cinematography by Anji. The first look was launched by Anil Ravipudi. The film released on 28 September 2018. It received generally mixed reviews from critics. :Further information: '' Dasharupakam''

Synopsis

Set in a village named Chintalapudi, the film revolves around Balakoteshwara Rao "Koti" (Ashish Gandhi) and his lover Parvati (

). They both decide to marry, before Paravti's past intervenes, causing Koti to take action. He tries to find out about her past, and in the process, comes closer to fighting a gang of chain snatchers who plan to rob the entire village.

Cast

* Ashish Gandhi as Balakoteshwara Rao "Koti" *

as Parvati *Editor Mani as Manemma * Rakesh Venugopal as ACP Bharat Chandra

Soundtrack

The soundtrack, containing 5 tracks, was composed by Sai Karthik.

Release

Censored with an A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification, the film opened theatrically on 28 September 2018. Post its release, the film got leaked online along with ''Nawab'', the Telugu dubbed version of

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Critical reception

''Natakam'' received negative reviews from critics. ''123Telugu'' gave it 2.5 stars out of 5, praising the actors, technical aspects and family emotions while criticizing the second half and placement of songs. ''Indiaglitz'' gave it 1.5 stars out of 5, criticizing the characterization and climax. ''

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'' gave it 1.5 stars out of 5, calling it "hard to like". ''Mirchi9'' also responded negatively with a 1.25 star out of 5 rating, praising the action sequences, twists and climax while criticizing the direction and writing.

Home Video

In 2019, ''Natakam'' was made available on

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References

External links

* {{IMDb title, 9052864 * https://www.tollywood.net/natakam-review/ 2010s Telugu-language films 2018 action thriller films Films about mass murder Indian action thriller films Films about robbery