Everything You Need to Know About Srimanthudu (2015): Cast, OTT, Trailer, Budget & More
Everything You Need to Know About Srimanthudu (2015): Cast, OTT, Trailer, Budget & More
Srimanthudu (2015) is one of the most awaited Action, Drama films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Hindi banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Koratala Siva at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 7 August 2015 |
| Genre | Action, Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 43m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Koratala Siva |
| Producer | Cv Mohan |
| Writer | Koratala Siva |
| Cinematography | R. Madhi |
| Editor | Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao |
Story & Plot
Srimanthudu (transl. Millionaire) is a 1971 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced by G. Radhakrishna Murthy and A. Ramachandra Rao under the Viswa Bharathi Productions banner and directed by K. Pratyagatma. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Jamuna, with music composed by T. Chalapathi Rao. Kamal Haasan worked under Thangappan as his dance assistant in this film.
Cast & Crew
Srimanthudu is helmed by Koratala Siva and produced by Cv Mohan, with Shruti Haasan, Jagapati Babu, Mukesh Rishi, Sampath Raj, Rajendra Prasad, Ali Basha leading the film. Shruti Haasan headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Shruti Haasan | Charuseela |
| Jagapati Babu | Ravikanth |
| Mukesh Rishi | Venkata Ratnam |
| Sampath Raj | Sashi |
| Rajendra Prasad | Narayana Rao |
| Ali Basha | Rajaratnam |
| Shivaji Raja | Suryam |
| Subbaraju | Ravikanth's brother |
| Vennela Kishore | Apparao |
| Harish Uthaman | Radha |
| Sravan Raghavendra | Radha's sidekick |
| Sukanya | Harsha Vardhan's mother |
| Tulasi | Narayana Rao's sister-in-law |
| Rahul Ravindran | Karthik |
| Sithara | Charuseela's mother |
| Sanam Shetty | Meghna |
| Sana | Actor |
| Surekha Vani | Sumathi |
| Angana Roy | Charuseela's cousin |
| Ravi Varma | Charuseela's cousin |
| Trishna | Trishna |
| Anand | Meghan's father |
| Surya Bhagawan Das | Madhav Rao |
| Kadambari Kiran | Villager |
| Rajitha | Apparao's mother |
| Poorna | Special appearance |
| Ravi Prakash | Dr. Ganesh |
| Rajshri Nair | Venkata Ratnam's wife |
| Mahesh Babu | Harsha Vardhan |
| Koratala Siva | Director |
| Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao | Editor |
| R. Madhi | Director of Photography |
| Cv Mohan | Producer |
| Naveen Yerneni | Producer |
| Y. Ravi Shankar | Producer |
| Koratala Siva | Screenplay |
| Koratala Siva | Story |
| Devi Sri Prasad | Original Music Composer |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Koratala Siva brings a distinct and considered vision to Srimanthudu, shaping its action, drama narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of Srimanthudu is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and Srimanthudu is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, drama tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Official Trailer
Where to Watch
Srimanthudu arrives in cinemas throughout India, releasing in major centres such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of Srimanthudu to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch Srimanthudu?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Srimanthudu has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, drama films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching Srimanthudu as a potential standout film of the year.
