Illale Devatha
Illale Devatha (transl. Wife is a Goddess) is a 1985 Telugu-language drama film, produced by N. R. Anuradha Devi under the Lakshmi Films Combines banner and directed by Tatineni Prasad. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Raadhika, Bhanupriya and music composed by Chakravarthy. The film is a remake of Singeetam Srinivasa Rao's debut Kannada film Haalu Jenu (1982).
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Plot Summary
A wealthy businessman, unable to find happiness, takes to excessive drinking and neglects his family. He becomes entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal orchestrated by his ambitious lover and a manipulative associate. The film explores themes of greed, infidelity, and the consequences of one's choices as he fights to reclaim his life and family.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, particularly praised for Sobhan Babu's performance and Dasari Narayana Rao's direction. However, some critics noted the predictable plot and melodrama, which were common in films of that era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its strong lead performance and directorial handling.
- Criticized for its formulaic storyline and excessive emotional drama.
- Considered a decent entertainer within its genre for the time.
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Fun Fact
This film marked a significant role for Ramya Krishnan, who later became a prominent actress in South Indian cinema.
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