Major Chandrakanth (1993 film)
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Directed by | K. Raghavendra Rao |
Story by | Paruchuri Brothers |
Produced by | Mohan Babu |
Starring | N. T. Rama Rao Sharada Mohan Babu Nagma Ramya Krishna |
Cinematography | A. Vincent Ajayan Vincent |
Edited by | Gautham Raju |
Music by | M. M. Keeravani |
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Country | India |
Language | Telugu |
Major Chandrakanth is a 1993 Indian Telugu-language film, produced by Mohan Babu under his Sri Lakshmi Prasanna Pictures banner and directed by K. Raghavendra Rao. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Mohan Babu, Sharada, Ramya Krishna, Nagma and has music composed by M. M. Keeravani.[1] N. T. Rama Rao portrayed the characters of Chhatrapati Shivaji, Veerapandiya Kattabomman, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose in the Punyabhumi Naa Desam song.
Plot[edit]
Major Chandrakanth, a valiant and courageous soldier, was honored with the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery in protecting foreign tourists from the deadly terrorist G.K. During this operation, his close friend Major Rajashekar suffered severe injuries. In his final moments, Chandrakanth made a promise to Rajashekar to unite his daughter Seeta with Chandrakanth's son Sivaji.
However, fate took an unexpected turn as Sivaji, influenced by circumstances, turned into a gangster. Teaming up with his friend Hema, he became involved with the notorious politician M.P. Gnaeswara Rao, known for committing atrocities with his five sons. In a twist of events, Sivaji unintentionally married Seeta while escaping from the police.
Meanwhile, Chandrakanth returned home and enjoyed a happy family life with his wife Savitri, daughters Dr. Bharathi and Jhansi, and son Sivaji. In the present, Chandrakanth confronted Gnaeswara Rao, engaging in a fierce battle. During a protest, when Chandrakanth was injured, Sivaji questioned his father, leading to a conversation about the country's glory that transformed Sivaji. He decided to leave his criminal profession, but Gnaeswara Rao disagreed and had him arrested by the police.
When Chandrakanth expressed his annoyance, Sivaji began narrating his past. He rescued Hema from a group of thugs, only to later discover her involvement in smuggling. Despite refusing to join her criminal activities, Sivaji's brother-in-law committed a fatal accident, leading him to reluctantly enter the world of crime to protect his family's honor.
Chandrakanth, initially unwilling to accept Sivaji's choices, eventually approved when he realized the noble cause behind Sivaji's actions. However, tragedy struck when Savitri was diagnosed with terminal blood cancer. Chandrakanth then encountered G.K and Gnaeswara Rao, leading to a confrontation where Hema lost her life. Chandrakanth exposed Gnaeswara Rao's crimes to the judiciary, but he manipulated the legal proceedings and escaped punishment.
Simultaneously, Savitri died, prompting Chandrakanth to take an oath to eradicate the anti-social elements. He rallied the public to revolt, while Sivaji gathered evidence against the criminals to present before the government. Learning of their plans, Gnaeswara Rao kidnapped Chandrakanth and his family. In a final act of sacrifice, Chandrakanth proved Gnaeswara Rao's treachery by giving his life for the country.
Cast[edit]
- N. T. Rama Rao as Major Chandrakanth (Chhatrapati Shivaji / Veerapandiya Kattabomman / Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose / Alluri Sitarama Raju (for Punyabhoomi Naa Desam song))
- Mohan Babu as Sivaji
- Sharada as Savitri
- Nagma as Seeta
- Ramya Krishna as Hema
- Amrish Puri as MP Gnaneswar Rao
- Brahmanandam as Rangaraju Rikshawala
- Babu Mohan as Pulla Rao
- Srihari as Gnaneswar Rao's son #1
- Saikumar as Lokesh
- Rakhee as G.K.
- Gummadi as Swarajya Rao
- Paruchuri Gopala Krishna as Minister Subbarayadu
- M. Balayya as Major Rajashekar
- Rallapalli as Shamshuthen
- Narra Venkateswara Rao as Lawyer
- Chalapathi Rao as Doctor
- Vinod as Inspector
- Prasad Babu as Major Chandrakanth's son-in-law
- Achyuth as Inspector Raju
- Navabharat Balaji as Gnaneswar Rao's son #2
- Ananth as Bridegroom
- Ironleg Sastri as Dr. Parvathalu
- Annapurna as Parvathi
- Sudha as Dr. Bharati
- Kinnera as Jhansi
- Siva Parvathi
- Shilpa
- Master Manchu Manoj Kumar as Major Chandrakanth's grandson
- Baby Shreshta as Major Chandrakanth's granddaughter
Soundtrack[edit]
Major Chandrakanth | ||||
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Released | 1993 | |||
Genre | Soundtrack | |||
Length | 34:39 | |||
Label | ANAND AUDIO | |||
Producer | M. M. Keeravani | |||
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Music composed by M. M. Keeravani. Music released on Lahari Music Company.[2]
No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Punyabhoomi Naadesam" | Jaladi | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | 6:25 |
2. | "Muddulato Onamalu" | M.M.Keeravani | K. J. Yesudas, K.S.Chithra | 4:46 |
3. | "Uliki Padaku Allari Moguda" | Rasaraju | S. P. Balasybrahmanyam, K.S.Chithra | 4:17 |
4. | "Bunga Moothi" | Gurucharan | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K.S.Chithra | 4:47 |
5. | "Lappam Tappam Gallaki" | Gurucharan | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K.S.Chithra | 5:29 |
6. | "Neekkavalsindi" | Gurucharan | Mano, K.S.Chithra | 4:40 |
7. | "Sukhibhava Sumangali" | Jaladi | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K.S.Chithra,Ramana | 4:15 |
Total length: | 34:39 |
Reception[edit]
Sita of Sivaranjani magazine appreciated Rama Rao's performance, in addition of praising story and technical aspects of the film.[3] On the other hand, Zamin Ryot critic Alluru Rahim gave a more mixed review about the story and screenplay but appreciated Rama Rao's zeal for acting in the film.[4]
References[edit]
- ^ "27 ఏళ్ల కంప్లీట్ చేసుకున్న ఎన్టీఆర్, మోహన్ బాబు 'మేజర్ చంద్రకాంత్'." News18 (in Telugu). 23 April 2020. Archived from the original on 22 December 2023. Retrieved 22 December 2023.
- ^ "Major Chandrakanth". JioSaavn. Archived from the original on 3 January 2024. Retrieved 3 January 2024.
- ^ Sita (1993). "సినిమా సమీక్ష: మేజర్ చంద్రకాంత్". Sivaranjani (in Telugu). Archived from the original on 4 August 2021. Retrieved 4 August 2021.
- ^ Rahim, Alluru (30 April 1993). "ధీటైన నటనా ప్రతిభ కు ముసలితనం అడ్డు కాలేదు: మేజర్ చంద్రకాంత్" (PDF). Zamin Ryot (in Telugu). Archived (PDF) from the original on 18 November 2021. Retrieved 4 August 2021.