Cast: Jayalalitha, Anil Arka Kandavalli, Vibhisha, Alekhya, and others.
Writer-director: Ramu Kona
Producer: Anil Arka
Music: Subhash Anand, Niranjan
Cinematographer: Adimalla Sanjeev
Editor: Avula Venkatesh
Plot:
The movie takes place in a village called Rudram Kota. Kotamma (played by Jayalalitha) is a staunch woman who is hell against injustice done to women, including extramarital affairs and touching a woman without her consent, among others. Meanwhile, Rudra (played by Anil Kandavalli) is an orphan who hates women and is a follower of Kotamma. Shakti (played by Vibhisha) admired Rudra. On the other hand, Kotamma’s granddaughter (played by Alekhya) grows fond of Rudra. What happens next and why did Rudra and Kotamma get disturbed is the remaining story.
Performances:
As mentioned in the plot, Jayalalita and Anil Kandavalli get to play key roles in the movie. Anil plays the role of a lonely man with so much conviction. On the other hand, Jayalalitha delivers a praiseworthy performance as a strong woman who rules a whole village. Her role felt tailor-made for her, especially in many scenes where she will make you visualise how panchayats actually happened in the old days.
Vibhisha and Alekhya were good in their parts.
Analysis:
The plot of Rudram Kota is established in the beginning itself without dilly-dallying. Viewers will have a clear idea of the story, and the narration doesn’t create any confusion. All the characters, especially Kotamma, were well developed by the director.
The writing and the dialogue were impressive. The screenplay and the suspense factor involved in the movie are its biggest assets. The music is soothing as well as powerful.
This is a small-budget movie; however, it was made in such a way that it will entertain everyone.
The cinematography is clean, and the editing was okay.
Conclusion:
Overall, Rudram Kota has a good dose of emotions and suspense, making it a good weekend watch.
Rating: 2.75
