''That is Pandu'' is 2005

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film, produced by M L Kumara Chowdhary on Sri Keerthi Creations banner and directed by Devi Prasad. Starring

Jagapathi Babu Veeramachaneni Jagapathi Rao Chowdary (born 12 February 1962), professionally known as Jagapathi Babu (), is an Indian actor known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. He has also appeared in a few Tamil, , Kannada and Malayalam films. ...

, Sneha and music composed by

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. The film recorded as ''Average'' at the box office.

Plot

The film begins with Anjali a TV anchor & a classical dancer whose aim is to triumph the trophy in ''National Dance Festivals''. Pandu a jack of all trades resides in a colony where people of diverse mindsets stay and he is beloved by them. Once, Pandu witnesses the generosity of Anjali adores her ideologies, and turns into her hardcore fan. Therefrom, he behind her as ''White on Rice'' as an admiration which pesters her and misconstrues him as a scapegrace. Meanwhile, Home Minister Bhagawan a scandalous malice one-time invited as Chief Guest to Anjali’s concert where he lecherous her who spits on him. Hence, Bhagawan's acts of vengeance incriminate Anjali in

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case through her friends Rahul & Shilpa. Moreover, no one gets for her succor except Pandu as he is aware of Anjali’s righteousness. Right now, he schemes intellectually, sends his friend Sudari a petty thief into prison, and seeks out the actuality. Thus, enraged Pandu challenges Bhagawan to prove Anjali not guilty. Firstly, he acquits her on parole utilizing his wit when she discerns his code of behavior and starts liking him. The next, Pandu targets Bhagawan who needles, loathes the fame, and makes his life futile. Parallelly, Anjali is selected for the competitions but she shows apathy. Pandu boosts her courage and prepares for finals. Ultimately, he acquits Anjali as innocent, brings out the diabolic shade of Bhagawan, and dethrones him. So, infamed Bhagawan attacks Anjali while she is proceeding to contest and break her legs. Pandu rescues her, ceases Bhagawan, and successfully takes Anjali to the auditorium. At that point, Anjali stands up by the willpower given by Pandu and acquires the victory. At last, Anjali proclaims on stage that her entire success is acknowledged at Pandu's feet and proposes to him. Finally, the movie ends on a happy note with the marriage of Pandu & Anjali.

Cast

Jagapati Babu Veeramachaneni Jagapathi Rao Chowdary (born 12 February 1962), professionally known as Jagapathi Babu (), is an Indian actor known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. He has also appeared in a few Tamil, , Kannada and Malayalam films. ...

as Pandu * Sneha as Anjali *

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as Sundari *

Sayaji Shinde Sayaji Shinde (Marathi pronunciation: əjaːd͡ʒiː ʃin̪d̪eː born 13 January 1959) is an Indian actor who has acted in Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Bhojpuri films and several Marathi Plays. Sayaj ...

as Bhagawan *

Dharmavarapu Subrahmanyam Dharmavarapu Subrahmanyam (20 September 1954 – 7 December 2013) was a popular Indian actor, comedian and film director who worked in Telugu cinema. He was established as one of the highly paid and top most leading comedians in Telugu film in ...

as Bhagawan's brother-in-law *

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as Watch Vaaliswara Rao *

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as Anjaneyulu *

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as Harishchandra *

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as Lawyer * Venu Madhav as Sunnunda *

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as Police inspector *

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as Pandu's grand mother *

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as Psychiatrist *

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as Musician *

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as Bhagawan's henchman * Sameer as Rahul * Jyothi as Shilpa * Hema Sundar as CM * Chandra Mouli as Courier Boy * Kallu Krishna Rao * Meesala * Junior Relangi as Priest

Soundtrack

Music composed by

. Music released on ADITYA Music Company.

Reception

Indiaglitz wrote that: "Jagapati Babu as usual did a neat job. He displayed the much required prowess in his role as a stubborn man who does not care for any risk. Sneha's performance comes as an asset to the movie. Unlike routine heroines, she holds a meaningful footage in the movie and the story revolves round her. Her climax dance is superb. Madhu Sharma's supporting role is convincing, though has certain extra scenes. Sayaji Shinde as villain is impressive. His elevation from a juvenile criminal to a street rowdy to a politician comes as a satire. Showing him as a ruthless villain with good taste for painting and music has some variety. Venu Madhav steals the show with his comedy. Kondavalasa's role as one who is addicted to "Yoga Asanams" is hilarious. Dharmavarapu acted as brother-in-law to the villain and comes out with his typical witty role, equally supported by Krishna Bhagwan as lawyer. Story was straight and simple without any flashbacks, but somehow traditional. Screenplay was equally balanced in the first and second halves, with little boredom. Director Devi Prasad does not disappoint the audiences and at the same there is nothing much to speak about the direction. Songs were above average and music by Mani Sharma passed off unnoticed, but for thumping beats at the climax. Stunts by Ram Lakshman were applauded. Comedy was good and served as good support to the movie".

References

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