Razakar (film) explained

Razakar
Director:Yata Satyanarayana
Story:Yata Satyanarayana
Producer:Gudur Narayana Reddy
Screenplay:Yata Satyanarayana
Cinematography:Kushendar Ramesh Reddy
Editing:Tammiraju
Music:Bheems Ceciroleo
Studio:Samarveer Creations LLP
Country:India
Language:Telugu

Razakar, also marketed as Razakar: The Silent Genocide Of Hyderabad, is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language epic historical action drama film written and directed by Yata Satyanarayana based on the events leading to Operation Polo in the erstwhile Princely state of Hyderabad.[1] [2] [3] The film is produced by Gudur Narayana Reddy, under Samarveer Creation LLP.[4] It was released on 15 March 2024.[5]

The film was critcized for its caste dynamics, promotion of right-wing Hindutva narrative and for distorting the historical realities.[2] [6]

Synopsis

The film depicts the struggle in the erstwhile Hyderabad State after India gained independence on August 15, 1947. While the rest of the country celebrated freedom and liberation, the British Hyderabad State remained under the control of the Nizam for another year. During this time, people faced oppression from the ruthless Razakars. The film depicts the atrocities committed by the Nizam and Razakars with extreme fanaticism and the courageous acts of the heroes who fought against them.[7]

Cast

Production

The film was shot at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad[8] and various other locations in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana.

Reception

The South First rated with 2.5/5 stars and added that it promotes "right-wing Hindutva narrative".[9] The Times Now has given 3.5/5 rating and noted that the movie "is a bold attempt to delve into a sensitive historical topic".[10]

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: 'Razakar' Hindi version to release on Feb.10 . . subscription . 8 February 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240228005745/https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/razakar-hindi-version-to-release-on-feb10/article67822521.ece . 28 February 2024 . live.
  2. Web site: Pecheti . Prakash . 'Razakar: Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Review: This right-wing Hindutva narrative falls into the 'commercial cinema' trap . The South First . 2024-03-15 . 2024-03-15.
  3. Web site: Ravibabu . M. . How the Movie 'Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Sets Out to Distort History . The Wire . 2023-10-17 . 2024-03-15.
  4. Web site: How the Movie 'Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Sets Out to distort History .
  5. News: Razakar: The Silent Genocide Of Hyderabad Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos eTimes . . 29 February 2024.
  6. Web site: Ravibabu . M. . How the Movie 'Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Sets Out to Distort History . The Wire . 2023-10-17 . 2024-03-15.
  7. Web site: Razakar Telugu Movie Review . 123telugu.com . 2024-03-15 . 2024-04-09.
  8. Web site: Karri . Sriram . Razakar to aid BJP set context for Telangana on sets . Deccan Chronicle . 2022-11-19 . 2024-04-01.
  9. Web site: Pecheti . Prakash . 'Razakar: Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Review: This right-wing Hindutva narrative falls into the 'commercial cinema' trap . The South First . 2024-03-15 . 2024-03-15.
  10. Web site: Desk . TN Entertainment . Razakar Review: A Bold Attempt To Delve Into A Sensitive Historical Topic . TimesNow . 2024-03-15 . 2024-03-15.