: Directed by A. Karunakaran , it became a massive commercial success, running for over 365 days in some theatres. It won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu and six Nandi Awards.
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A blockbuster romantic drama that won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu. Release Details & "Hybrid" Context 4K Re-Release:
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