Geethanjali Malli Vachindi
| Geethanjali Malli Vachindi | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Shiva Turlapati[1] |
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| Story by | Kona Venkat[2] |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Sujatha Siddhartha |
| Edited by | Chota K. Prasad |
| Music by | Pravin Lakkaraju |
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Release date | 11 April 2024[4] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Geethanjali Malli Vachindi (transl. Geethanjali came again) is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language comedy horror film directed by debutant Siva Thurlapati.[5] Produced by Kona Venkat and M. V. V. Satyanarayana under the banners Kona Film Corporation and MVV Cinema, the film stars Anjali, Rahul Madhav, Srinivasa Reddy, Satyam Rajesh and Sunil in lead roles.[6][7] It is a sequel to the 2014 film Geethanjali.[8] The film was released on 11 April 2024.[9]
Plot[edit]
Sreenu, Athreya, and Arudra reside in a penthouse. Sreenu achieved success with his film "Geetanjali," followed by three box office failures. Satya (Ayaan) operates a fast-food cart in Vizag and is Sreenu's close friend. Satya boasts to his girlfriend's father about becoming a movie star with Sreenu directing a new film produced by Dil Raju. However, Sreenu discovers the deception upon arriving in Hyderabad and decides to abandon the film industry after a small farewell party.
The following day, they receive an offer from Govinda Govinda's boss to produce a film, with Sreenu directing and Athreya and Arudra writing. Sreenu insists on casting Satya as the lead, or he won't direct. Meanwhile, Ventriloquist Venkat Rao acquires a possessed doll named Geethanjali and sets off to find her sister, Anjali, who runs a struggling coffee shop.
Upon reaching Ooty, they meet Vishnu, who narrates the movie's premise and offers his bungalow for shooting. Unbeknownst to them, the bungalow, Sangeeth Mahal, is haunted by three ghosts. Vishnu also introduces Anjali as the lead actress, and they commence filming.
During shooting, they encounter the ghosts but dismiss them as method actors. However, on August 8th, the ghosts disrupt a crucial scene, prompting Anjali, Sreenu, Athreya, and Arudra to confront Vishnu, who reveals his ulterior motives.
Returning to the Mahal, they resume filming, convincing the ghosts to participate. Amidst the chaos, Geetanjali possesses Anjali, leading to a confrontation where she defeats Vishnu, saving her sister.
Cast[edit]
- Anjali as Ushaanjali/Geetanjali
- Srinivasa Reddy as Sreenivas "Sreenu"
- Sunil as Killer Nani[10]
- Satyam Rajesh as Rajesh / Athreya
- Shakalaka Shankar as Shankar / Arudra
- Ali as Ventriloquist Venkat Rao
- Brahmaji
- P. Ravi Shankar
- Rahul Madhav
- Satya as Ayaan
- Srikanth Iyengar as Govinda Govinda
- Rao Ramesh as Ramesh Rao
- Dil Raju as Dil Raju
Production[edit]
Development[edit]
The sequel to the Anjali starrer Geethanjali, titled Geethanjali Malli Vachindhi, commenced its shoot in September 2023. The announcement was made through a Muhurtham pooja ceremony. Anjali is set to portray her role in this horror comedy, marking her 50th film.[11][12]
Filming[edit]
Filming for Geethanjali Malli Vachindhi took place in Hyderabad and Ooty.[13] The filmmakers completed the shooting covering 80% of principal photography first,[14] after which the team wrapped up the remaining shoot.[15][16]
The first look of the film was released on 1 January 2024, marking the occasion of New Year.[17][18] The teaser of the film was then released on 24 February 2024.[19]
Soundtrack[edit]
| Geethanjali | |
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| Soundtrack album by Praveen Lakkaraju | |
| Recorded | 2024 |
| Genre | Soundtrack |
| Length | 17:55 |
| Label | Mango Music |
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Rent Ki Dabbu Ledhu" | Bhaskarabhatla | Ram Miriyala | 3:29 |
| 2. | ""Nanna"" | Srinivasa Mouli | Sai Veda Vagdevi | 2:57 |
| 3. | ""Shambhoo Shambhoo"" | Sreejo | Dinker Kalvala, Lipsika | 2:34 |
| 4. | ""Nuvvee Raavaa Raavaa"" | Sreejo | Ramya Behara, Aditya Iyengar | 3:29 |
| 5. | ""Saatileru Le"" | Sreejo | Sahithi Chaganti, Arun Kaundinya, Chaitu Satsangi, Sri Sai Charan | 2:25 |
| 6. | ""Geethanjali Vai"" | Balaji | Keertana Sesh, Praveen Lakkaraju | 3:01 |
| Total length: | 17:55 | |||
Release[edit]
The film was initially slated for release on 22 March, but it has been postponed to 11 April 2024.[20]
References[edit]
- ^ "Geethanjali movie formal launch today". indiaglitz.com. 23 September 2023. Archived from the original on 17 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "'Geethanjali Malli Vachindhi' will exceed expectations: Kona". telugucinema.com. 6 January 2024. Archived from the original on 17 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Gorgeous Ghost Anjali is Back!". Deccan Chronicle. 24 September 2023. Archived from the original on 30 September 2023. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali-Malli Vachindi gets a New Release date". indiaglitz.com. 28 February 2024.
- ^ "Another Blockbuster Sequel Announced!". gulte.com. 23 September 2023. Archived from the original on 17 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali Malli vachindi release date announched". tfpc.in.
- ^ "Geethanjali Malli Vachindi Telugu Movie | Cast & Crew Details,Release Date,Trailer,Songs,Review,Rating,Censor | Anjali | Srinivas Reddy | Kona Venkat". thetelugufilmnagar.com. 29 September 2023. Archived from the original on 17 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali : గీతాంజలి ఈజ్ బ్యాక్….అక్కా నువ్ మళ్లీ వస్తున్నావా?" [Geethanjali Malli Vachindi sequel shoot begins]. NTV. 23 September 2023.
- ^ "Geethanjali Malli Vachindi on book my show". bookmyshow.com.
- ^ "Sunil Takes on KILLER NANI Role in Horror Sequel". India Herald. Archived from the original on 6 January 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali Malli Vachindhi goes on floors". Cinema Express. 23 September 2023. Archived from the original on 17 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "'Geethanjali Malli Vachindi' team shares their excitement about the film". The Hans India. 7 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali Mallivachindi in Ooty and Hyderabad". indiaglitz.com. 26 November 2023.
- ^ "'Geethanjali Malli Vachindhi' shoot progressing at quick pace". The Hans India. 26 November 2023. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Gethanjali Malli Vachindi Wraps Shooting". Cinema Express. 8 January 2024.
- ^ "Upcoming spooky horror movie completes its shooting". 123telugu.com. 8 January 2024. Archived from the original on 8 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali Malli Vachindi: 'గీతాంజలి మళ్లీ వచ్చింది'.. అంజలి కొత్త సినిమా పోస్టర్ రిలీజ్" [Anjali new movie Geethanjali Malli Vachindi Poster release]. Zee News (in Telugu). January 2024. Archived from the original on 17 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "First Look of Geethanjali Malli Vachindi Reminds Fans of Rajinikanth's Chandramukhi". news18.com. 2 January 2024. Archived from the original on 2 January 2024. Retrieved 16 January 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali Malli Vachindi Anjali Teaser anchors this horror comedy". Film Companion. 26 February 2024.
- ^ "Geethanjali Malli Vachindi new release date". 123telugu. 27 February 2024.
