Paruvu Explained

Genre:Crime
Thriller
Director:Siddharth Naidu
Rajashekar Vadlpati
Starring:Nagendra Babu
Naresh Agastya
Nivetha Pethuraj
Executive Producer:Lakshmi Saranya Potla
Country:India
Num Seasons:1
Language:Telugu
Music:Shravan Bharadwaj
Cinematography:Vidya Sagar Chinta
Editor:Viplav Nyshadam
Producer:L. S. Vishnu Prasad
Susmitha Konidela
Runtime:30-40 minutes
Company:Gold Box Entertainment
Network:ZEE5

Paruvu is an Indian Telugu-language crime thriller streaming television series written by Siddharth Naidu who have co-directed with Rajashekar Vadlapati. Produced by L. S. Vishnu Prasad and Susmitha Konidela through Gold Box Entertainment,[1] [2] Pavan Sadineni worked as additional dialogue writer and, additional screenwriter along with Hussai Sha Kiran Satyavolu and Bharan Kumar Dandamudi, for the latter.

The series featured Nagendra Babu, Naresh Agastya and Nivetha Pethuraj in primary roles.[3] Paruvu is based on the honour killings in India and explores the socio-political dynamics of the Amaravati (VijayawadaGuntur) region.[4] It was premiered on 14 June 2024 on ZEE5, and received positive review for its writing and performance of the leads.[5] [6]

Synopsis

Back in their hometown, a dark secret awaits, forcing them to fight for their lives. Trapped in a web of clan rivalries, fueled by pride, politics, and social status, they face a desperate struggle. With only their wits and a touch of luck, they must survive a dangerous 24 hours. Unforeseen twists and turns threaten not only their existence but also the core of their community.

Cast

Production

The series was announced as a part of ZEE5s future slate of content in June 2022.[9] [10] Well known filmmaker Pavan Sadineni stepped in as the show runner for the series.[11] [12]

Release

The series was scheduled for a worldwide release on 14 June 14, 2024.[13] It was also dubbed and released in Tamil.[14]

Reception

Sangeetha Devi Dundoo of The Hindu gave a highly positive review and wrote that "Paruvu is an engrossing drama that explores socio-economic-political divides in Andhra Pradesh, helped by solid writing and performances".[15] 123Telugu gave a rating of 3.25 out of 5 and wrote similarly that, "The series benefits from solid writing and mesmerizing performances of Nivetha Pethuraj, Naresh Agastya, Naga Babu, and Praneetha Patnaik".[16]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: ZEE5 and Sushmita Konidela bring Paruvu web-series . NTVEnglish.com . en.
  2. Web site: Chiranjeevi's daughter Sushmita's Paruvu webseries trailer intriguing . indiaglitz.com . en.
  3. Web site: Paruvu trailer: Nivetha Pethuraj and Naresh Agastya headline the thriller-drama series about honour killing. CinemaExpress.com . en.
  4. News: Dundoo . Sangeetha Devi . 2024-06-12 . ‘Paruvu’, a web series that emerged from honour killings in Andhra Pradesh, say directors Siddharth Naidu and Rajashekar Vadlapati . 2024-06-21 . The Hindu . en-IN . 0971-751X.
  5. Web site: Paruvu on OTT: Telugu crime thriller to premiere on ZEE5 June 14 . TheStatesman.com . en.
  6. Web site: ‘Paruvu’ trailer: The hunted become the hunter in ZEE5’s thrilling series on honour killing . thehindu.com . en.
  7. Web site: Niharika Konidela on Zee5's Paruvu - I cannot wait to see dad in a shocking new avatar . ottplay.com . en.
  8. Web site: Paruvu: Why Naresh Agastya's role in Nivetha Pethuraj's ZEE5 series is much-awaited . ottplay.com . en.
  9. Web site: 14 June 2022. ZEE5 Global Unveils 11-Strong Slate Of Telugu Originals And Movies . deadline.com. en.
  10. Web site: 14 June 2022. We have boosted our investments for South market and stand open to collaborate with creators: Manish Kalra, ZEE5 . medianews4u.com. en.
  11. Web site: Paruvu: ZEE5 coming up with a New Telugu Web Series . idreampost.com . en.
  12. Web site: Zee5 gearing up with a gritty Telugu web series - Cast, genre, and release date details are here . ottplay.com . en.
  13. Web site: Telugu series Paruvu to be out on this date . webindia123.com . en.
  14. Web site: Nivetha Pethuraj: நிவேதா பெத்துராஜ் போட்ட போலீஸ் டிராமா?.. அந்த வெப்சீரிஸின் தமிழ் டிரெய்லர் இதோ! . filmibeat.com. ta.
  15. News: Dundoo . Sangeetha Devi . 2024-06-14 . ‘Paruvu’ web series review: This socio-political drama is a binge-worthy addition to the Telugu digital space . 2024-06-21 . The Hindu . en-IN . 0971-751X.
  16. Web site: 2024-06-15 . Paruvu Telugu Movie Review . 2024-06-21 . 123telugu.com . en.