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Mallesham
A sixth-standard school drop-out faces many ups and downs in life when he decides to design a weaving machine to ease the plight of his mother and many like her in his village, who take up Asu work.
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Plot Summary
The film chronicles the inspiring journey of Chintakindi Mallesham, an innovative inventor from Telangana who developed an automated loom to produce the traditional handloom Pattu saree, significantly easing the burden on weavers. It depicts his struggles, determination, and eventual success in bringing about a positive change in the lives of many.
Critical Reception
Mallesham received positive reviews, particularly for its heartfelt storytelling, Naveen Polishetty's strong performance, and its portrayal of a socially relevant issue. Critics lauded the film for highlighting the plight of weavers and celebrating indigenous innovation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its inspiring true story and social message.
Naveen Polishetty's performance as Mallesham is a standout.
The film effectively captures the challenges faced by weavers and the triumph of innovation.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's realistic depiction of Mallesham's struggles and his dedication to improving the lives of weavers. Many found it to be a motivating and well-made biographical drama.
Fun Fact
The film was inspired by the real-life story of Chintakindi Mallesham, who invented the 'Lakshmi ASU' machine to automate the process of preparing silk yarn for Pattu sarees, reducing the physical strain on weavers.
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