Paagal (meaning “Crazy”) is a 2021 Telugu romantic comedy film. It was directed by Naresh Kuppily, who made his debut with the film. The film was produced by Bekem Venugopal under the Lucky Media banner.
Paagal film stars Vishwak Sen, Nivetha Pethuraj and Murali Sharma in the lead roles. Simran Chowdhary, Megha Lekha, Indraja Shankar and Mahesh Achanta also play important supporting roles. Additionally, actress Bhumika Chawla features in a special cameo role.
The release of Paagal was postponed several times due to the COVID-19 pandemic in India. The film finally released on 14 August 2021.
Paagal Movie Brief Introduction
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Naresh Kuppili |
| Produced by | Bekkem Venugopal, Dil Raju |
| Starring | Vishwak Sen, Nivetha Pethuraj, Murali Sharma |
| Cinematography | S. Manikandan |
| Edited by | Garry BH |
| Music by | Radhan, Leon James (1 song) |
| Production companies | Sri Venkateswara Creations, Lucky Media |
| Release date | 14 August 2021 |
| Running time | 138 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Budget | ₹3 crores |
| Box office | est. ₹6 crore |
Paagal Movie Starring Cast
- Vishwak Sen as Prem
- Nivetha Pethuraj as Theera
- Murali Sharma as MLA Raja Reddy “Raji”
- Simran Choudhary as Sofie[6]
- Megha Lekha as Radha
- Indraja Shankar as Baby
- Mahesh Achanta as Mahesh
- Rahul Ramakrishna as Youth Leader
- Auto Ram Prasad
- Bhumika Chawla as Prem’s mother (cameo appearance)
Paagal Movie Storyline, Review and Plot
Prem Ki Khoj is the story of 8-year-old Prem, who loses his mother to cancer. Heartbroken, Prem seeks solace from his friend Mahesh. Mahesh tells him that finding love can help him heal.
Prem embarks on a journey to find love, but faces rejection at every turn. Despite setbacks, he keeps moving forward, remembering his mother’s love. This journey leads him to different experiences that teach him about love, resilience, and human relationships.
He faces failed proposals and short-lived romances, each of which brings heartache and disappointment. However, he understands the importance of determination and self-improvement. With hard work, he builds a successful career while searching for his true love.
On his journey, Prem meets Radha, who needs help escaping a dangerous gang. Their bond grows despite many challenges, including past traumas and misunderstandings. Prem learns to navigate the complexities of love through these experiences.
As Prem faces various hardships, he shows bravery and kindness while finding salvation in unexpected places. The story explores themes of love, loss, and forgiveness in a deep and meaningful way. Prem learns what true love is and the importance of forgiveness.
Search of Prem connects with the audience by showing the emotions of grief and hope in a sensitive way. It shares a powerful message about love, forgiveness, and embracing the journey of life, making it a touching and inspiring story.
Paagal Release Date OTT
In February 2021, Dil Raju announced that he would co-produce and produce the film under his banner Sri Venkateswara Creations. The first look poster released on 2 February 2021 revealed that the film was initially scheduled to release on 30 April 2021. However, the release date was changed to 1 May 2021 on 18 March 2021. The release was then postponed again due to the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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