Andhrawala

Andhrawala (transl. Andhrite) is a 2004 Indian Telugu-language action film written and directed by Puri Jagannadh and starring N. T. Rama Rao Jr. playing a dual role, while Rakshitha, Sayaji Shinde, and Rahul Dev play important roles. Music was composed by Chakri while cinematography was handled by Shyam K. Naidu. This film was simultaneously made in Kannada as Veera Kannadiga with Puneeth Rajkumar, directed by Meher Ramesh. The film follows Munna, a labor leader’s son who returns to Mumbai to avenge his father’s murder and dismantle the underworld syndicate that devastated his family while protecting the rights of the oppressed. Andhrawala was released amidst immense hype, as it served as N. T. Rama Rao Jr.’s immediate follow up to the Telugu industry hit Simhadri. Despite the historic anticipation, the movie underperformed at the box office. The film's pre-release hype was historic, marked by a record breaking public gathering of over 10 lakh (1 million) fans, reportedly the largest such turnout for any actor in India.