Rakht Charitra
Rakht Charitra

Rakht Charitra

2010Movie123 minHindi

Based on the life of Paritala Ravindra, the film follows his life from just a college student to being a politician in the state of Andhra Pradesh.

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IMDb7.0/10
Google Users78%
Director: Ram Gopal VarmaGenres: Action, Biography, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

This biographical crime drama chronicles the rise of Pratap Ravi, a man caught in a cycle of violence and revenge in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh. Driven by a desire to avenge his father's murder, he becomes embroiled in gang wars and political intrigue, ultimately ascending to power through brutal means. The film explores his transformation from a victim to a formidable figure in the criminal underworld.

Critical Reception

Rakht Charitra received mixed reviews, with praise for its gritty portrayal of violence and Vivek Oberoi's performance, but criticism for its graphic nature and lengthy runtime. The film was noted for its realistic depiction of the socio-political landscape it portrayed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw and violent depiction of crime and politics.
  • Vivek Oberoi's performance as the central character was widely lauded.
  • Some critics found the film's excessive violence and bleak narrative overwhelming.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlighted the film's intense action sequences and strong performances, particularly from Vivek Oberoi. However, some viewers found the violence to be excessively graphic and the plot to be quite dark.

Fun Fact

The film was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu, with a Tamil version also produced, making it a trilingual production.

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