1998 Indian film
Kanyadanam is a 1998 Indian Telugu-language drama film starring Srikanth, Upendra and Rachana Banerjee, directed by E. V. V. Satyanarayana and produced by Ambica Krishna. The film's music was composed by Koti. The film was released on 10 July 1998 across Andhra Pradesh.
Synopsis
The movie revolves around some bachelors who come into the city to find work. Upendra and Rachana fall for each other at their first encounter. But Rachana later marries Srikanth. When Srikanth learns that his wife has actually loves Upendra, he arranges a marriage for both of them. The movie has a good blend of comedy scenes with Brahmanandam, situational background score and a nice story line. The movie has depicted the lover-boy role of Upendra, despite his eccentric image.
Cast
Production
Kanyadanam was Upendra's debut movie in Telugu along with Srikanth. The film explored the soft and romantic side of Srikanth and Upendra.
Soundtrack
The film's music was composed by Koti.[1]
Reception
A critic from Andhra Today wrote that "Kanyaadaanam is an out and out family entertainer, catering to the tastes of all sections. The theme being not very traditional, getting the audience to accept it mirrors the competence of the director. It is the story of two lovers whose reunion goes against the sanctity of marriage that people hold above everything".[2]
Box office
Kanyadanam was a box office success and was one among the hit Telugu films of 1998.[3][4][5]
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