TOP 10 UNDERRATED TOLLYWOOD MOVIES OF 2023
It is normal for some treasures to go unrecognised or underrated as the Tollywood industry grows and produces more films. The top ten underappreciated Tollywood films of 2023 are listed here; they deserve greater acclaim. We have all watched the top Telugu films of 2023, which were also box office successes, ranging from Dasara to Waltair Veerayya. Still, there are some hidden treasures that you may have overlooked. This is a list of some of the best Tollywood films that you may not have seen.
1. Mental Madilo:
“Mental Madhilo,” a 2017 romantic comedy, marks the directorial debut of Vivek Athreya. Starring Sree Vishnu, Nivetha Pethuraj, and Amrutha Srinivasan, the film explores decision-making dilemmas. Aravind Krishna, portrayed by Sree Vishnu, faces the challenge of enticing options. Amidst this, he discovers solace in conversations with Swetcha (Nivetha Pethuraj), a clear-headed and straightforward individual, offering a refreshing contrast to Aravind’s world.
2. Palasa 1978:
“Palasa 1978” transports viewers to a little Andhra Pradesh village in the year 1978. In the movie, a young man takes up the cause of his neighbourhood by standing up to the dishonest local officials. The cinematic debut of director Karuna Kumar is a stirring and inspirational story about the strength of unity.
3. Manu:
“Manu,” an experimental romantic art film. Featuring Raja Goutham and Chandini Chowdary, the movie relied on crowdfunding. Set in the 1980s, Chowdary portrayed an English woman, receiving mixed reviews upon release. While praised for its unique storytelling, direction, production design, music, color correction, and costumes, the film faced criticism for its excessive length and unnecessary detailing.
“Kanche,” a 2015 romantic war film written and directed by Krish, features Varun Tej, Pragya Jaiswal, and Nikitin Dheer. The storyline revolves around the conflict between two friends, Dhupati Haribabu (Tej) and Eeswar Prasad (Dheer). Graduates of the University of Madras in the late 1930s, Haribabu and Eeswar’s sister Sitadevi (Jaiswal) fall in love, facing challenges rooted in casteism in their hometown.
“Appatlo Okadundevadu” is a 2016 action crime film, written and directed by Saagar K Chandra and produced by Aran Media Works. Starring Nara Rohit and Sree Vishnu, the story revolves around Railway Raju (Vishnu), an aspiring cricketer wrongly implicated as a Naxalite.
Satyadev Kancharana plays the main part in “Uma Maheshwara Ugra Roopasya,” the Telugu version of “Maheshinte Prathikaaram.” The movie centres on a photographer who accepts a challenge to take 101 photos of a local bully in an effort to exact revenge for a humiliating occurrence. The works of director Maha Venkatesh highlight the elegance and simplicity of small-town living.
This is the book for you if you enjoy murder mysteries and suspenseful thrillers. Ajay, Vivek Trivedi, Urvashi Pardeshi, and Jyothi Krishna are among the film’s cast members. It centres on a woman’s murder and a police officer’s investigation into the crime. He discovers a network of lies as he investigates the case further. The film has received praise for both Ajay’s performance and its thrilling storyline.
The multi-narrative film “Johaar” narrates the stories of several people who were involved in a chief minister’s plan to erect a large statue. Regarding the relative merits of elevating oneself above others and assisting humanity, the movie poses pertinent questions. “Johaar” by director Teja Marni is a thought-provoking movie that deserves more recognition.
“Gaganam” is an action thriller written and directed by Radha Mohan, filmed in both Tamil and Telugu. The story revolves around a flight hijacking incident. The cast features Nagarjuna, Prakash Raj, Poonam Kaur, Sana Khan, Rishi, Brahmanandam, and Thalaivasal Vijay.
The romantic drama “Mithunam” Appadasu, a retired teacher enjoying a serene existence in his hometown with his wife, Buchchi Lakshmi. Despite their children living abroad, the elderly couple radiates love and vitality, savoring each day with romantic moments. The story beautifully navigates the highs and lows, offering a peek into life’s unpredictable path.
In summary, the Tollywood business consistently creates great films that, for a variety of reasons, frequently slip under the radar. These ten underappreciated Tollywood films for 2023 are deserving of greater praise and serve as evidence that the sector is capable of generating meaningful, impactful, and diverse content.
