Om Bheem Bush is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language horror comedy film written and directed by Sree Harsha Konuganti and produced by Sunil Balusu under the banner V Celluloid. The film features Sree Vishnu, Priyadarshi, Rahul Ramakrishna, Srikanth Iyengar, Preity Mukhundhan and Ayesha Khan in the lead roles. Music is composed by Sunny M.R and cinematography by Raj Thota.[4] The film released theatrical on 22 March 2024.[5]
| Om Bheem Bush | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Sree Harsha Konuganti |
| Written by | Sree Harsha Konuganti |
| Produced by | Sunil Balusu |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Raj Thota |
| Edited by | Vijay Vardhan Kavuri |
| Music by | Sunny M.R. |
Production companies | V Celluloid VR Global Media |
Release date |
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Running time | 142 minutes[2] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Box office | ₹26 crore (US$3.1 million)[3] |
Plot
editIn the village of Bhairavapuram, friends Krish, Vinay, and Madhav explore the haunted Sampangi Mahal seeking hidden treasure. They encounter the ghost of Sampangi, a noblewoman cursed to guard the palace's secrets. Facing perilous challenges, they uncover the tragic history behind Sampangi's plight. Through courage and friendship, they confront the ghost and find the treasure, discovering the true riches of redemption. Emerging from the ordeal, they leave with a profound understanding of love and loyalty. And thought [6]
Cast
edit- Sree Vishnu as Krishnakanth "Krish" Gundagani
- Priyadarshi as Vinay Gummadi
- Rahul Ramakrishna as Madhav Relangi
- Preity Mukhundhan as Jalaja
- Ayesha Khan as Ratthalu
- Kamakshi Bhaskarla as Neha Sharma
- Srikanth Iyengar as Principal Ranjith Vinukonda
- Adithya Menon as Sarpanch
- Surya Sreenivas as Madhana Manoharudu
- Racha Ravi as Amavasa
- Manish Kumar as Sampangi[7]
- Priya Vadlamani in an item number
Production
editPrincipal photography commenced in late December 2022 and included a 15-day filming schedule in Hyderabad, which was followed by 20 days filming schedule in Pune and Kerala.[8] The film marks the second collaboration between Sree Vishnu, Priyadarshi and Rahul Ramakrishna, after Brochevarevarura (2019).[9]
Soundtrack
edit| Om Bheem Bush | ||||
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| Released | March 7, 2024 | |||
| Studio | Chordfather Productions | |||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
| Language | Telugu | |||
| Label | Aditya Music | |||
| Producer | Sunny M.R. | |||
| Sunny M.R. chronology | ||||
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| Official audio | ||||
| Om Bheem Bush Full Songs Jukebox on YouTube | ||||
The film background score and music was composed by Sunny M.R.. Aditya Music acquired the audio rights.[10] The song "Bang Bros" was released on 7 March 2024 and captures the predicaments of navigating youth and romance.[11] This was followed by the second single titled, "The Wedding Song," and it was released on 17 March 2024. It communicates the rituals of traditional Indian weddings in a musical manner.[12] The third single named "Dil Dhadke" combines romance and excitement and was released on 22 March 2024, coinciding with the film's theatrical release date. The remaining songs were released as part of the official jukebox on 24 March 2024.[13]
Paul Nicodemus of The Times of India wrote that, "Sunny MR’s music score harmonises with the film’s thematic currents, accentuating the emotional depth of the characters."[6] On the other hand, Prakash Pecheti of South First stated that, "The music in Om Bheem Bush, composed by Sunny MR, is not so exhilarating. The songs quickly fade from memory once they conclude."[14]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Bang Bros" | Lakshmi Priyanka | Aditya Iyenger, Dinker Kalvala, Vivek Hariharan, Rutvik Talashilkar, Sunny M.R. | 3:02 |
| 2. | "The Wedding Song" | Krishna Kanth | Kapil Kapilan | 3:22 |
| 3. | "Dil Dhadke" | Krishna Kanth | Krishna Tejasvi, Sunny M.R. | 3:03 |
| 4. | "Anuvanuvuu" | Krishna Kanth | Arijit Singh | 3:34 |
| 5. | "Aparichitha" | Vinayak Sasikumar | Sithara Krishnakumar | 4:17 |
| 6. | "Neeli Moha Megham" | Krishna Kanth | Anjana Balakrishnan | 3:56 |
| 7. | "Thaalajaalane" | Krishna Kanth | Harjot Kaur | 3:46 |
| 8. | "Ule Ule" | Lakshmi Priyanka | Ram Miriyala | 1:47 |
| 9. | "Oka Kalalaa" | Krishna Kanth | Sunny M.R.[15] | 4:02 |
Release
editOm Bheem Bush was theatrically released on 22 March 2024, while the film premiered in the United States a day prior.[16] The film received a A certification from the Central Board of Film Certification,[17] whereas the British Board of Film Classification rated it '12A' and stated that Dreamz Entertainment Limited, the official overseas distributor of the film, cut a scene depicting substance misuse to achieve said rating.[18]
Home media
editThe film's streaming rights were acquired by Amazon Prime Video, and the film started streaming from 12 April 2024.[19]
Reception
edit123 Telugu gave the film 3.25/5 stars and stated that "Om Bheem Bush impresses with its execution and cleverness, though leaving some questions unanswered. Yet, the director skillfully invites viewers to embrace the fantastical, allowing for complete immersion despite occasional logic gaps".[20]
The Indian Express gave the film 2/5 stars and stated that "The film relies heavily on the camaraderie and improvised dialogues among Vishnu, Rahul, and Darshi. What unfolds is a delightful comedy, where every line is delivered with a punch".[21]
Bvs Prakash of Deccan Chronicle gave the film 1.5/5 stars and stated "Agreed that it is meant to tickle the funny bones of the audience and the makers kept claiming that there is ‘no logic, only magic’ but it is bereft of any magic".[22]
References
edit- ^ "INTERVIEW: 'Om Bheem Bush' is a buddy comedy with a tinge of fantasy and horror, says actor Priyadarshi". southfirst.com. 18 March 2024. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush". British Board of Film Classification. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ Sekhar, Vineela (29 March 2024). "Om Bheem Bush 7th Day Collection: Sree Vishnu starrer collects Rs 8.4 crore in its first week". The Hans India. Archived from the original on 30 March 2024. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush (2024) Cast & Crew". ragalahari.com. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush clears censorship formalities". Cinema Express. 19 March 2024. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ a b "Om Bheem Bush Movie Review : A Spirited Blend of Humour, Drama and Supernatural in Telugu Cinema". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "Revealed: This person played the ghost Sampangi in Om Bheem Bush". 123telugu. 24 March 2024. Archived from the original on 25 March 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
- ^ "Brochevarevarura trio reunites for another movie". 123telugu.com. 6 February 2023. Archived from the original on 27 February 2024. Retrieved 27 February 2024.
- ^ "Brochevarevarura trio again - idlebrain.com". idlebrain.com. Archived from the original on 28 February 2024. Retrieved 28 February 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush - All Songs". JioSaavn. 7 March 2024.
- ^ Features, C. E. (7 March 2024). "'Bang Bros' song from Om Bheem Bush out". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 11 May 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "Wedding song from Om Bheem Bush kickstarts celebrations - Telugu News". IndiaGlitz.com. 17 March 2024. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush Full Songs Jukebox | Sree Vishnu, Rahul Ramakrishna, Priyadarshi | Sunny M.R." youtube.com. Aditya Music. 24 March 2024.
- ^ Pecheti, Prakash (22 March 2024). "Om Bheem Bush review: The hit trio of 'Brochevarevarura' falls short in replicating pure humour". The South First. Archived from the original on 25 March 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
- ^ Om Bheem Bush, 26 March 2024, archived from the original on 11 May 2024, retrieved 14 April 2024
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush on book my show". bookmyshow.com. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "'Om Bheem Bush' has crisp runtime!". Telugu Cinema. 19 March 2024. Archived from the original on 25 March 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush (12A)". British Board of Film Classification. Archived from the original on 30 March 2024. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush box office collection day 3 - Sree Vishu's film enters profit zone in its first weekend". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 25 March 2024. Retrieved 25 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush Telugu Movie Review". 123 Telugu. 21 March 2024. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush movie review: This Sree Vishnu comedy is a 'paisa vasool' entertainer". The Indian Express. 22 March 2024. Archived from the original on 22 March 2024. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ "Om Bheem Bush: A whacky ghost story that assaults your senses". Deccan Chronicle. 22 March 2024.
