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Sarangapani Jathakam

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Sarangapani Jathakam
Theatrical release poster
Directed byMohanakrishna Indraganti
Produced bySivalenka Krishna Prasad
Starring
CinematographyP. G. Vinda
Edited byMarthand K Venkatesh
Music byVivek Sagar
Production
company
Release date
  • 25 April 2025 (2025-04-25)
LanguageTelugu

Sarangapani Jathakam(transl. Sarangapani's Horoscope) is a 2025 Telugu-language crime comedy drama film written and directed by Mohanakrishna Indraganti.[1][2] It was produced by Sivalenka Krishna Prasad under Sridevi Movies.[3] The film stars Priyadarshi Pulikonda, Roopa Koduvayur, Naresh, Tanikella Bharani, Srinivas Avasarala and Vennela Kishore in important roles.[4][5] The film is released theatrically on 25 April 2025 and received positive reviews from critics.[6]

Plot

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Sarangapani "Saranga," a car salesman, who is in a relationship with his boss, Mythili, and their families approve of their marriage. After his successful engagement, Sarangapani accidentally meets a well-known Cheiromantist called Jiggeswarananda "Jiggy" at one of his friend's parties There, he predicts that he will commit a murder in his lifetime. A firm believer in astrology, Sarangapani decides to kill a random bad person in an attempt to avert the predicted fate. To do the job, he asks his best friend Chandrasekhar's, "Chandu" help. Though Chandu resists at first, later he decides to help Sarangapani for committing a murder.

Cast

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  • Priyadarshi Pulikonda as K. Sarangapani "Saranga"
  • Roopa Koduvayur as Mythili Vemuri, Sarangapani's boss and love interest
  • Srinivas Avasarala as Jiggeswarananda "Jiggy"; A Cheiromantist
  • Tanikella Bharani as Ahobila Rao
  • Vennela Kishore as Chandrasekhar "Chandu"
  • Harsha Chemudu as Ramakrishna "Ramki"
  • Vadlamani Srinivas as K. Pinakapani "Pinaka", Sarangapani's father
  • Kalpa Latha as K. Devika, Sarangapani's mother
  • Naresh as Naren Vemuri, Mythili’s father
  • Rupa Lakshmi as Mythili's mother
  • Harshini Koduru as Ramya
  • Sivannarayana Naripeddi as "Vizag" Prasad
  • Raja Chembolu as Rakesh
  • Ashok Kumar as Yajulu
  • Kadambari Kiran as Brahma Kumar
  • Madhavi Prasad as Kalpana
  • Pradeep Rudra as Simon, Mythili’s boss
  • Ramesh Reddy as Basava
  • Imax Venkat as Sunkara Indra Kumar; Jiggy's henchman.
  • Nivita Manoj as Patupu Rekha, Jiggy's secret lover, and Ahobila Rao's wife.
  • KLK Mani as Sundaramma
  • Krishnateja as Revanth
  • Ramana Bhargava as Ramesh
  • Sameera Baradwaj as Rukmini "Ruks", Ramki's boss
  • Thanuja as Julie, Ramki's colleague, and love interest.

Production

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The makers of the film revealed its title and first look on 25 August 2024,[7][8] and the shooting wrapped up on 9 September 2024.[9][10] The film's teaser was unveiled by Vijay Deverakonda on 21 November 2024.[11] On 16 April 2025, the trailer of the film was released.[12][13]

Music

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The soundtrack album and background score were composed by Vivek Sagar and Aditya Music acquired the audio rights of the film.[14] The first single, "Sarango Saranga," was released on 26 October 2024. The lyrics were written by Ramajogayya Sastry, and the song was sung by Armaan Malik.[15] On 2 December 2024, the lyrical video "Sanchari Sanchari" was released. The song's lyrics were also penned by Ramajogayya Sastry, with Sanjith Hegde providing the vocals.[16]

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Sarango Saranga"Ramajogayya SastryArmaan Malik4:22
2."Sanchari Sanchari"Ramajogayya SastrySanjith Hegde3:50

Release

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Sarangapani Jathakam is released theatrical on 25 April 2025.[17][18][19]

Home media

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The film began streaming on Amazon Prime Video from 23 May 2025.[20]

Reception

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Sangeetha Devi Dundoo of The Hindu gave a positive review, describing the film as "laughter therapy and an entertaining blend of social satire and screwball comedy".[21] Avvad Mohammad from OTT Play gave the film 3/5 stars and wrote "Sarangapani Jathakam was described as a clean comedy with hilarious performances and enough engaging moments to make it a breezy summer watch despite its routine storyline."[22] Deccan Chronicle stated "Sarangapani Jathakam was praised as a lighthearted and enjoyable comedy, with strong performances and self-aware humor, despite a slightly weaker second half".[23]

References

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  1. ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (27 November 2024). "Mohanakrishna Indraganti on 'Sarangapani Jathakam': I discovered the nuances of Priyadarshi's performance on the edit table". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 3 December 2024. Retrieved 30 March 2025 – via www.thehindu.com.
  2. ^ "భవిష్యత్తు చేతి రేఖల్లో ఉంటుందా? | Priyadarshi Sarangapani Jathakam teaser gets launch date | Sakshi". www.sakshi.com.
  3. ^ Rachavelpula, Kausalya (9 September 2024). "Sridevi Movies Finishes Shooting 'Sarangapani Jathakam' with Director Mohanakrishna Indraganti". www.thehansindia.com.
  4. ^ Sharma, Bhawana (21 November 2024). "Priyadarshi in his elements: Aces humour in Sarangapani Jathakam Teaser". www.deccanchronicle.com. Archived from the original on 30 March 2025. Retrieved 30 March 2025.
  5. ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (5 December 2024). "'Sarangapani Jathakam' actor Roopa Koduvayur: If I am taking a break from medicine to work in a film, it has to be worth it". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 5 December 2024. Retrieved 30 March 2025 – via www.thehindu.com.
  6. ^ "Sarangapani Jathakam gets a new release date". Cinema Express.
  7. ^ "Sarangapani Jathakam: The first look is a banger!". Telugu Cinema. 25 August 2024.
  8. ^ Aadi, Vishnu (25 August 2024). "Sarangapani Jathakam: Title & First Look is Spot-on". M9.news.
  9. ^ "Priyadarshi's Sarangapani Jathakam wraps up shoot". Cinema Express. 9 September 2024. Archived from the original on 30 March 2025. Retrieved 30 March 2025.
  10. ^ Natte, Sriram Kumar (9 September 2024). "'Sarangapani Jathakam': Sridevi Movies Completes Filming of New Comedy". NTV ENGLISH.
  11. ^ "Vijay Deverakonda Unveils Sarangapani Jathakam Teaser; Film Promises To Be A Laugh Riot". Times Now. 21 November 2024. Archived from the original on 30 March 2025. Retrieved 30 March 2025.
  12. ^ Devulapally, Aditya (6 April 2025). "Sarangapani Jathakam trailer: A situational comedy exploring destiny and free will". Cinema Express.
  13. ^ "Sarangapani Jathakam Trailer | Priyadarshi | Roopa Koduvayur | MohanaKrishna Indraganti". 16 April 2025 – via YouTube.
  14. ^ "Aditya Music acquires audio rights for Priyadarshi's Sarangapani Jathakam". Cinema Express. 17 October 2024. Archived from the original on 30 March 2025. Retrieved 30 March 2025.
  15. ^ Rachavelpula, Kausalya (26 October 2024). "Priyadarshi's Sarangapani Jathakam Promises Fresh Comedy and Melodic Charm with First Single 'Sarango Saranga'". www.thehansindia.com.
  16. ^ "Sarangapani Jathakam | Song - Sanchari Sanchari (Lyrical)". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 30 March 2025. Retrieved 30 March 2025.
  17. ^ "Mark Your Calendars! 'Sarangapani Jathakam' Release Date Set".
  18. ^ "Sarangapani Jathakam locks a new release date: Here's when the Priyadarshi film will hit the screens". OTTPlay.
  19. ^ Sistu, Suhas (17 March 2025). "Priyadarshi's 'Sarangapani Jathakam' locks release date". www.thehansindia.com.
  20. ^ "'Sarangapani Jathakam' OTT details: Find out when and where to watch Priyadarshi starrer comedy drama". The Times of India. 23 May 2025. Archived from the original on 24 May 2025. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
  21. ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (25 April 2025). "'Sarangapani Jathakam' movie review: Mohanakrishna Indraganti and Priyadarshi's film is laughter therapy" – via www.thehindu.com.
  22. ^ "Sarangapani Jathakam Review: Priyadarshi's comedy is fun filled and relatable". OTTPlay.
  23. ^ "Sarangapani Jathakam Review:Quirky Premise, Winning Performances". www.deccanchronicle.com. 25 April 2025.
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