Ante... Sundaraniki!
Ante... Sundaraniki!

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Ante... Sundaraniki!

2022
Movie
173 min
Telugu

A man from a Brahmin family falls in love with a Christian girl. In order to convince their parents, they say contrasting lies which complicates the situation and leads to a comedy of errors.

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IMDb7.4/10
Google Users94%
Director: Vivek AthreyaGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

Sundar, a Brahmin aspiring to become a priest, falls in love with Leela, a Christian woman. To overcome their families' objections and societal pressures, they concoct a plan to pretend to be engaged, hoping to convince their parents. However, their elaborate charade soon spirals into a series of comedic misunderstandings and chaotic situations, testing their love and their commitment to the lie.

Critical Reception

Ante Sundaraniki! received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its humor, the performances of the lead actors, and its fresh take on a familiar romantic comedy trope. The film was noted for its witty writing and entertaining narrative, although some found its pacing to be slightly uneven in parts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its laugh-out-loud comedy and engaging romantic storyline.

  • Nani and Nazriya Nazim's chemistry was a significant highlight.

  • The film's unique handling of cultural and religious differences was appreciated.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's excellent humor, the lead actors' performances, and the refreshing, entertaining story. Many viewers enjoyed the clever writing and the way it navigated sensitive topics with a light touch.

Fun Fact

The film's script was written in Telugu, but it was also simultaneously scripted and filmed in Tamil as 'Thanthiran Sandhippan', marking Nazriya Nazim's return to acting after a hiatus.

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