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New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
After '8 Vasantalu', I finally feel like an actor, says Ananthika Sanilkumar
'8 Vasantalu', a journey through seasons 8 Vasantalu follows the journey of a girl through love, pain, strength, and rebirth, just like the seasons. Nature is a silent witness, with scenes set in misty Ooty, soulful Varanasi, and the breathtaking Kashmir valley. 'I had never been to Ooty before. But Kashmir was my favourite,' she smiles. 'It was calm, peaceful and beautiful. The people were so lovely.' Ananthika plays Shuddhi, a complex character with depth. 'Every character had layers,' she says. 'Usually, I feel like the hero has more to perform. But here, everything was balanced – romance, fights, friendships, and even women's empowerment.' The film also included an intense fight sequence shot in Varanasi, using the Wing Chun technique. 'We trained for three months, and it took a week to shoot. I used to sleep by 10-11, but the action was shot at night. I got used to it,' she laughs. 'I didn't use ropes; it was a basic-level stunt. I enjoy injuries. It makes me feel like I've done something.' In a scene where Shuddhi is denied the right to light her master's funeral pyre because she is a woman, Ananthika says, 'I was so happy reading that dialogue. The entire cast read the script together. I cried while reading it.' One monologue stands out for her, where Shuddhi's mother tells her she is a queen. It reminded her of her mother, who supported her through everything. 'We weren't financially sound. But for all my classical performances, my parents spent a lot without telling me. Till 10th, it was all them. Now that I'm working, I have some peace that I don't have to disturb them anymore.'
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'8 Vasantalu': Phanindra Narsetti releases original script ‘12 Vasantalu'; The director reveals unseen story arcs
The romance drama film '8 Vasantalu,' starring received a good response on its digital release. Directed by , the filmmaker has shared the extended version of the film's original screenplay online. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He revealed that the story was initially written as '12 Vasantalu,' which has a much broader arc of the protagonist's life. A story that spans around twelve years The film, which premiered in theatres on June 20 and made its OTT debut just days ago, follows the character of Shuddi Ayodhya, played by Ananthika Sanilkumar, through eight formative years, from 19 to 27, touching upon themes of love, loss, ambition, and social pressures. However, according to Narsetti, what audiences saw on screen was just a portion of the original vision. Director shares extended script In a post shared via his private Instagram account, Narsetti announced his decision to make the full script available to the public. "Very soon, I'll put the whole script '12 Vasantalu' as a PDF. What you have seen in '8 Vasantalu' is nothing compared to what Shuddi will undergo in '12 Vasantalu'," he wrote. Staying true to his promise, the filmmaker provided a link to the script for those who might be interested in his complete narrative. Includes bonus material The package includes both the shooting script of '8 Vasantalu' and the original extended version, '12 Vasantalu,' along with a bonus scene inspired by the classic song 'Vidhatha Thalapuna' penned by legendary lyricist Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry for the 1986 film Sirivennela. In his post, Narsetti also explained the creative choices that led to the trimming of several key elements. Entire characters like Ista, Umar, Ramu, and Mamata were removed from the final film, along with plotlines involving a serious accident, a cancer diagnosis, and an emotionally intense confrontation between Shuddi and another character, Varun, in the second half. '8 Vasantalu' is currently streaming in multiple languages on Netflix.
Mint
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Best Netflix movies for romantic fools: If you enjoyed Aap Jaisa Koi, you'll love these rom-coms
On July 11, Aap Jaisa Koi premiered on Netflix India and instantly captured viewers' attention. If you love moody, mature love stories and consider yourself a 'romantic fool', here are some Netflix movies that you're likely to enjoy. A quiet and soulful tale, 8 Vasantalu (Eight springs) follows a woman's journey through the changing seasons of life and love. Rooted in emotions and cultural depth, it's a beautiful exploration of healing, relationships and rediscovery. If you enjoy subtle storytelling with heartfelt performances and gentle romance, this Telugu gem is a must-watch. Past Lives is a quietly-powerful film. It doesn't follow the typical love triangle or melodrama. It's more about what's left unsaid, what could have been and how life takes us down different paths. The Korean film is gentle and slow-paced, but it lingers long after it ends. The performances are subtle yet moving, especially in the final scene. It captures the pain of letting go with maturity and grace. Vivek Soni, the director of Aap Jaisa Koi, made Meenakshi Sundareshwar with Sanya Malhotra and Abhimanyu Dassani. The newlyweds are forced to live apart due to their jobs. Justin Prabhakaran, a veteran in Tamil movies, composed the music for this film, marking his Bollywood debut. On Netflix, the film received 2.8 million views in the first week. Within two weeks, It became one of the the top non-English watches around the world. A modern retelling of the timeless love saga, Laila Majnu captures the madness, passion and tragedy of soulmates torn by fate. Set in a wintry, poetic landscape of Kashmir, this film dives deep into the heartbreak of true love. Avinash Tiwary and Triptii Dimri starred in this tragic love story, directed by Sajid Ali. Comedian Ravi Gupta, a self-confessed obsessed fan of the film, has said that there is no point of return once someone watches the movie. A classic ensemble romantic musical set in the hustle of Mumbai, Life in a Metro weaves multiple love stories, just like its 2025 spiritual sequel, Metro In Dino. Anurag Basu won multiple awards for Best Screenplay. Irrfan Khan and Konkona Sen Sharma were awarded Best Supporting Actor and Actress, respectively. Kangana Ranaut won at the Stardust Awards, and Shilpa Shetty won at the Zee Cine Awards. Set against the lush greenery of Kerala, Aay is a breezy rom-com that follows a sweet connection between two opposites who meet by chance. During the COVID-19 lockdown, Karthik returns to his village and falls in love with Pallavi. But, caste differences force her into an arranged marriage. With feel-good moments and playful chemistry, this film is a cosy, delightful treat for anyone who believes in love with a local flavour.
Economic Times
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Narivetta and Saaree to 8 Vasantalu and Karki: Check out the latest Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada OTT releases on Netflix, Hotstar, Prime Video
Synopsis South Indian films are releasing on OTT platforms. Telugu offers '8 Vasantalu', a martial arts romance, and 'Saaree', a psychological thriller. Tamil brings 'Kaliyugam', a dystopian vision. Kannada presents 'Mr Rani', a gender-bending comedy, and 'Karki', a caste-based drama remake. Malayalam features 'Narivetta', a political action film, 'Moonwalk', a dance tribute, and 'Mr & Mrs Bachelor', a romantic comedy. Check out these latest OTT releases. As the monsoon showers keep us indoors, South Indian cinema is turning up the heat on OTT screens. This week, from twisted psychological thrillers to futuristic dystopias and real-life inspired dance tributes, there's something for every kind of cinephile. Here's a region-wise roundup of new releases that you shouldn't miss: Netflix | July 11, 2025 A romantic drama wrapped in martial arts? That's the unexpected but intriguing promise of 8 Vasantalu. Directed by Phanindra Narsetti, the film explores love's emotional highs and lows through a protagonist skilled in combat. Ananthika Sanilkumar, Ravi Duggirala, and Hanu Reddy headline this offbeat film that dares to be different in a masala-heavy Telugu market. Aha Video | July 11 This psychological thriller comes with a disturbingly obsessive twist. A young man on holiday becomes infatuated with a mysterious woman in a saree, and what begins as romantic interest quickly spirals into a dark obsession. Directed by Giri Krishna Kamal and penned by Ram Gopal Varma, Saaree promises a chilling dive into the mind of a man who won't take no for an answer. SunNXT, OTTplay Premium | July 11, 2025 Set in a hauntingly plausible 2064, Kaliyugam paints a grim picture of a world on the brink, where scarcity of basic needs splits humanity further. With Shraddha Srinath in the lead and Kishore in a strong supporting role, this post-apocalyptic thriller by Pramodh Sundar is more than just fiction—it feels like a warning. Lionsgate Play, OTTplay Premium | July 11 Dreams come true, but in Mr Rani, they come with a hilarious twist. Raja, played by Deepak Subramanya, wants to be a movie star—but ends up pretending to be an actress named Rani to get his big break. Paired with Parvathy Nair, this Madhu Chandra directorial is a laugh-out-loud, gender-bending ride that's perfect for a weekend binge. Sun NXT, OTTplay Premium | July 11 Pariyerum Perumal gets a Kannada remake with Karki, and it doesn't hold back. The story of a lower-caste law student and his friendship with an upper-caste girl takes a brutal turn. Jai Prakash Reddy and Meenakshi Dinesh deliver powerful performances in this poignant film that reflects the ongoing caste realities with raw honesty. SonyLIV | July 11 Tovino Thomas suits up as a police officer in this powerful tale of resistance. Set against the backdrop of tribal protests in Wayanad, Narivetta blends tension, politics, and action in equal measure. The film also features stellar performances by Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, Arya Salim, and Priyamvada Krishnan, and is an essential watch this week. JioHotstar, OTTplay Premium | July 8 What if Michael Jackson mania hit a small Kerala town? Moonwalk answers that with a heartwarming tribute to breakdance culture through the eyes of enthusiastic teens. Directed by Vinod AK, the film stars Anunath, Sibi Kuttappan, and Sujith Prapanchan, and is a nostalgic ride filled with rhythm, heart, and rebellion. Manorama Max | July 11 Anaswara Rajan and Indrajith Sukumaran lead this unconventional romantic dramedy. When a runaway bride crosses paths with a confirmed bachelor, sparks and chaos fly. While it didn't leave a mark in theatres, the film's OTT debut might just win over the audience it missed the first time around.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Narivetta and Saaree to 8 Vasantalu and Karki: Check out the latest Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada OTT releases on Netflix, Hotstar, Prime Video
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads TELUGU 8 Vasantalu Saaree TAMIL Kaliyugam Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads KANNADA Mr Rani Karki MALAYALAM Narivetta Moonwalk Mr & Mrs Bachelor As the monsoon showers keep us indoors, South Indian cinema is turning up the heat on OTT screens. This week, from twisted psychological thrillers to futuristic dystopias and real-life inspired dance tributes, there's something for every kind of cinephile. Here's a region-wise roundup of new releases that you shouldn't miss:A romantic drama wrapped in martial arts? That's the unexpected but intriguing promise of 8 Vasantalu. Directed by Phanindra Narsetti, the film explores love's emotional highs and lows through a protagonist skilled in combat. Ananthika Sanilkumar, Ravi Duggirala, and Hanu Reddy headline this offbeat film that dares to be different in a masala-heavy Telugu psychological thriller comes with a disturbingly obsessive twist. A young man on holiday becomes infatuated with a mysterious woman in a saree, and what begins as romantic interest quickly spirals into a dark obsession. Directed by Giri Krishna Kamal and penned by Ram Gopal Varma, Saaree promises a chilling dive into the mind of a man who won't take no for an in a hauntingly plausible 2064, Kaliyugam paints a grim picture of a world on the brink, where scarcity of basic needs splits humanity further. With Shraddha Srinath in the lead and Kishore in a strong supporting role, this post-apocalyptic thriller by Pramodh Sundar is more than just fiction—it feels like a come true, but in Mr Rani, they come with a hilarious twist. Raja, played by Deepak Subramanya, wants to be a movie star—but ends up pretending to be an actress named Rani to get his big break. Paired with Parvathy Nair, this Madhu Chandra directorial is a laugh-out-loud, gender-bending ride that's perfect for a weekend Perumal gets a Kannada remake with Karki, and it doesn't hold back. The story of a lower-caste law student and his friendship with an upper-caste girl takes a brutal turn. Jai Prakash Reddy and Meenakshi Dinesh deliver powerful performances in this poignant film that reflects the ongoing caste realities with raw Thomas suits up as a police officer in this powerful tale of resistance. Set against the backdrop of tribal protests in Wayanad, Narivetta blends tension, politics, and action in equal measure. The film also features stellar performances by Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, Arya Salim, and Priyamvada Krishnan, and is an essential watch this if Michael Jackson mania hit a small Kerala town? Moonwalk answers that with a heartwarming tribute to breakdance culture through the eyes of enthusiastic teens. Directed by Vinod AK, the film stars Anunath, Sibi Kuttappan, and Sujith Prapanchan, and is a nostalgic ride filled with rhythm, heart, and Rajan and Indrajith Sukumaran lead this unconventional romantic dramedy. When a runaway bride crosses paths with a confirmed bachelor, sparks and chaos fly. While it didn't leave a mark in theatres, the film's OTT debut might just win over the audience it missed the first time around.
