Arjun Son of Vyjayanthi
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| Directed by | Pradeep Chilukuri |
| Screenplay by | Pradeep Chilukuri Srikanth Vissa |
| Dialogues by | Srikanth Vissa |
| Story by | Pradeep Chilukuri |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Ram Prasad |
| Edited by | Tammiraju |
| Music by | B. Ajaneesh Loknath |
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Running time | 144 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Box office | est.₹15 crore[1] |
Arjun Son Of Vyjayanthi (stylized as Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi) is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Pradeep Chilukuri and produced by N. T. R. Arts and Ashoka Creations.[2] The film stars Nandamuri Kalyan Ram and Vijayashanti, alongside Saiee Manjrekar, Sohail Khan, Babloo Prithiveeraj, Srikanth and R. Sarathkumar.[3][4][5] The music was composed by B. Ajaneesh Lokanath, while cinematography and editing were handled by Ram Prasad and Tammiraju.
It is a spiritual sequel of 1990 successfull movie Karthavyam (1990 film) starring vijayshanti in lead role as Vijayanthi IPS and after 25 years vijayshanti reprised the same role in this movie as kalyan Ram's mother.
Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi was released on 18 April 2025 and received mixed reviews from critics.[6][7][8]
Plot
[edit]Arjun, an IPS aspirant-turned-kind-hearted gangster, learns that Pathaan, a notorious terrorist, wants to exact revenge on his mother Vyjayanthi, an honest IPS officer, where he sets out to protect Vyjayanthi.
Cast
[edit]- Nandamuri Kalyan Ram as Arjun Vishwanath
- Vijayashanti as Vyjayanthi IPS, Arjun’s mother
- Sohail Khan as Mohammad Giyazuddin Pathan
- Saiee Manjrekar as Chitra, Arjun’s wife
- Srikanth as Police Commissioner Prakash
- Babloo Prithiveeraj as P. Shivaji, Arjun’s uncle
- Suresh as Coast Guard Vishwanath, Arjun’s father and Vyjayanthi’s husband
- Bharath Reddy as Prakash’s assistant
- BS Avinash
- Gayathri Bhargav as villager
- Sundip Ved as Thangavel
- Vadlamani Srinivas as Police CI
- Naga Mahesh as Police SI
Production
[edit]The film was initially referred to by its working title NKR21 and was officially launched with a muhurtham ceremony held in Hyderabad on 20 October 2023.[9]
The first glimpse of the film, featuring Nandamuri Kalyan Ram, was unveiled by the makers.[10] On 24 June 2024, a special birthday glimpse video featuring Vijayashanti was released by the makers.[11] On 30 July 2024, the climax shoot was completed.[12] A new shooting schedule for the film began in Visakhapatnam on 24 October 2024.[13]
On 21 December 2024, the makers released a poster featuring Sohail Khan as the antagonist, marking his debut in Telugu cinema.[14] On 8 March 2025, the official title of the film was announced as Arjun S/O Vyajayanthi.[15] On 17 March 2025, the teaser of the film was released.[16] The pre-release and trailer launch event of the film was held on 12 April 2025 at Shilpakala Vedika, with NTR as the chief guest.[17][18]
Music
[edit]The film's music is composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath. On 31 March 2025, the first single, "Nayaaldhi," was released. The lyrics were written by Raghu Ram, and the song was sung by Nakash Aziz and Sony Komanduri.[19] The secong song of the film "Muchataga Bandhaale" was released on 9 April 2025, lyrics also written by Raghu Ram and Sung by Haricharan.[20]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Nayaaldhi" | Raghu Ram | Nakash Aziz, Sony Komanduri | 3:21 |
| 2. | "Muchataga Bandhaale" | Raghu Ram | Haricharan | 3:40 |
| 3. | "Amma Nee Maate" | Raghu Ram | Raghu Ram | 3:31 |
| 4. | "Adigo Vastunnadu" | Raghu Ram | Raghu Ram, Ritesh G Rao, Harshavardhan, Naresh Mamindla | 4:17 |
Release
[edit]Arjun S/o Vyjayanthi was released on 18 April 2025.[21][22]
Reception
[edit]Raisa Nasrren from Times Now rated 3/5 stars and stated "the film features action sequences and performances by Kalyan Ram and Vijaya Shanthi in key roles. While the action is a focal point, the writing has been noted as an area needing further development."[23] Telugucinema.com wrote "Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi follows a conventional narrative structure, with the final twenty minutes and the presence of Vijayashanthi receiving particular attention."[24] Aditya Devulapally of Cinema Express rated it 2 out of 5 and opined that the film falters in execution, and settles for adequacy.[25] Sangeetha Devi Dundoo of The Hindu stated that the film "ends up as an outdated, curious saga of a mother, son and birthday cakes".[26]
References
[edit]- ^ "Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi Box Office Collection". Retrieved 20 April 2025.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (15 April 2025). "'Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi' packs a punch with emotions and action, says director Pradeep Chilukuri". www.thehansindia.com.
- ^ Prakash, B. V. S. (13 April 2025). "Jr NTR Hails Vijayashanti as True Lady Superstar". www.deccanchronicle.com.
- ^ Hungama, Bollywood (22 December 2024). "Sohail Khan set to make Telugu debut with NKR21; his brooding antagonist avatar out! 21 : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama". Bollywood Hungama.
- ^ "Sohail Khan is set to make his Telugu debut | Filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com.
- ^ Devulapally, Aditya (14 March 2025). "Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi's teaser release date revealed". Cinema Express.
- ^ "Jr NTR reviews Arjun S/o Vyjayanthi, says the last 20 minutes will be mind-blowing". OTTPlay.
- ^ "Arjun S/o Vyjayanthi: Release date, run time, full star cast, plot and everything you need to know about Kalyan Ram's action thriller". PINKVILLA. 16 April 2025.
- ^ "Vijayashanthi plays a key role in Kalyan Ram's next". Telugu Cinema. 20 October 2023.
- ^ "Nandamuri Kalyan Ram shares 'NKR 21' teaser 'Fist of Flame' on NTR's birth anniversary". The Times of India. 28 May 2024 – via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
- ^ "Vijayashanthi's birthday glimpse from NKR 21: Will Vyjayanthi IPS deliver another 'Karthavyam'?". The South First. 25 June 2024.
- ^ Telugu, ntv (30 July 2024). "NKR 21: 1000 మందితో కళ్యాణ్ రామ్ సినిమా క్లైమాక్స్!!". NTV Telugu.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (24 October 2024). "'NKR 21' begins crucial schedule in Vizag". www.thehansindia.com.
- ^ Sistu, Suhas (20 December 2024). "'NKR21' team drops FL of antagonist Sohail Khan". www.thehansindia.com.
- ^ Harsh, B. H. (8 March 2025). "NKR 21 is now Arjun S/O Vyajayanthi". Cinema Express.
- ^ Today, Telangana (17 March 2025). "Nandamuri Kalyan Ram's 'Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi' teaser released". Telangana Today.
- ^ Suryadevara, Harsha (11 April 2025). "Jr NTR to Attend Arjun S/o Vyjayanthi Event - The Film Nagar".
- ^ Desk, Tupaki (13 April 2025). "Jr NTR Upset with Fans at Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi Event | Jr NTR Upset with Fans at Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi Event". english.tupaki.com.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ "Arjun Son Of Vyjayanthi | Song - Nayaaldhi (Lyrical)". The Times of India.
- ^ Devulapally, Aditya (10 April 2025). "'Muchataga Bandhaale' from Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi explores an endearing mother-son bond". Cinema Express.
- ^ Devulapally, Aditya (14 April 2025). "Kalyan Ram's Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi bags U/A certification". Cinema Express.
- ^ "Nandamuri Kalyan Ram's 'Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi' to release on April 18". The Times of India. 3 April 2025 – via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
- ^ "Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi: The Ultimate Showdown Between Nandamuri Kalyan Ram And Vijaya Shanti Make It An Interesting Watch". Times Now. 18 April 2025.
- ^ "Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi review: For final 20 minutes". Telugu Cinema. 18 April 2025.
- ^ Devulapally, Aditya (18 April 2025). "Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi Movie Review: All fire, not enough flavour". Cinema Express. Retrieved 19 April 2025.
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (18 April 2025). "'Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi' movie review: Vijayashanthi, Kalyan Ram's film withers under the weight of a dated tale". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 19 April 2025.