Priya O Priya

Priya O Priya
Theatrical release poster
Directed byMuppalaneni Shiva
Screenplay byMuppalaneni Shiva
Produced byN. R. Anuradha Devi
K. Bhanu Prasad
P. L. N. Reddy (Presenter)
StarringVadde Naveen
Abbas
Simran
CinematographyV. Jayaram
Edited byKotagiri Venkateswara Rao
Music byKoti
Production
company
Jubilee International
Release date
  • 26 September 1997 (1997-09-26)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Priya O Priya is a 1997 Indian Telugu-language romantic drama film directed by Muppalaneni Shiva.[1] The film stars Vadde Naveen, Abbas, and Simran in lead roles. Produced by N. R. Anuradha Devi and K. Bhanu Prasad under the Jubilee International banner, the music was composed by Koti.[2]

The film is a remake of the 1994 Hindi film Yeh Dillagi, which was inspired by the 1954 American film Sabrina, itself based on Samuel A. Taylor's 1953 play Sabrina Fair.[3] Priya O Priya marked Abbas's debut in a straight Telugu film and was also Simran's second venture in the Telugu film industry.

The film was released on 26 September 1997.[1] The song "Kammani Kalalaku" from the film became particularly popular.

Plot

Two brothers (Vadde Naveen and Abbas), heirs to a successful business empire, fall in love with the same woman (Simran), the daughter of their family's driver. While one is infatuated, the other forms a deep connection with her. Family opposition escalates, leading to emotional turmoil. In the end, one brother sacrifices his love, allowing the other brother to unite with her.

Cast

Production

Priya O Priya was produced by N. R. Anuradha Devi and K. Bhanu Prasad under the banner Jubilee International.[4] Muppalaneni Shiva directed the film and also wrote its screenplay, while the dialogues were penned by Vandavasu Vidya.[5] The film is a remake of the 1994 Hindi movie Yeh Dillagi, which was inspired by the 1954 American film Sabrina, itself based on Samuel A. Taylor's 1953 play Sabrina Fair.[3] The story of Sabrina had previously been adapted in Telugu as Intiki Deepam Illale in 1961.[6]

Vadde Naveen, Abbas, and Simran were cast in the lead roles.[7] This film marked Abbas's first straight Telugu film, following his popularity in the dubbed film Prema Desam (1996). It was also Simran's second venture in Telugu cinema following Abbayigari Pelli (1997).

Principal photography for the film took place in Hyderabad, with major portions shot at Ramanaidu Studios, Annapurna Studios, and Padmalaya Studios. Post-production activities were conducted at Ramanaidu Studios.[5]

Music

The music for Priya O Priya was composed by Koti. Audio soundtrack was released on Aditya Music label.[8] The song "Kammani Kalalaku (Priya O Priya)" became a standout track, gaining popularity.

Source:[8][2][9]

Track list
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Kammani Kalalaku (Priya O Priya)"Bhuvana ChandraK. S. Chithra, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam5:26
2."Sweet Dreams"Samavedam Shanmukha SarmaKoti, K. S. Chithra5:11
3."Chitapata Chinukula Vana"Sirivennela Seetharama SastryK. S. Chithra, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam5:29
4."Colombo Kollagotteddama"Sirivennela Seetharama SastryMurali, Swarnalatha4:24
5."Andamaina Brundavanam"ChandraboseS. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Sujatha Mohan5:11
6."Cellphone Sundari"SriharshaKoti, Swarnalatha4:55
Total length:30:36

Release

Priya O Priya was released on 26 September 1997.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Priya O Priya (1997)". Indiancine.ma. Archived from the original on 24 May 2021. Retrieved 16 December 2024.
  2. ^ a b Priya O Priya (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Apple Music, archived from the original on 5 December 2022, retrieved 16 December 2024
  3. ^ a b Arunachalam, Param. BollySwar: 1991 - 2000. Mavrix Infotech Private Limited. p. 544. ISBN 978-81-938482-1-0.
  4. ^ "Priya O Priya (1997)". Ghantasala.info. Archived from the original on 15 August 2022. Retrieved 16 December 2024.
  5. ^ a b Priya O Priya Full Movie. Retrieved 16 December 2024 – via YouTube. Credits appear from 0:00 to 2:08
  6. ^ Guy, Randor (26 April 2014). "Manapandhal (1961)". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 27 April 2014. Retrieved 3 March 2018.
  7. ^ "Abbas, The Tamil-Telugu Star, Who Moved To New Zealand and Worked at Petrol Pump". News18. 8 February 2022. Archived from the original on 4 August 2023. Retrieved 16 December 2024.
  8. ^ a b "Priya O Priya Audio Back Cover". Retrieved 16 December 2024.
  9. ^ Priya O Priya - All Songs, JioSaavn, archived from the original on 5 December 2022, retrieved 16 December 2024