Razakar_–_Silent_Genocide_of_Hyderabad

<i>Razakar</i> (film)

Razakar (film)

2024 Indian historic action-drama film


Razakar, also marketed as Razakar: The Silent Genocide Of Hyderabad, is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language epic historical action drama film written and directed by Yata Satyanarayana based on the events leading to Operation Polo in the erstwhile Princely state of Hyderabad.[2][3][4][5] The film is produced by Gudur Narayana Reddy, under Samarveer Creation LLP.[6] It was released on 15 March 2024.[7]

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Synopsis

The film depicts the struggle in the erstwhile Hyderabad State after India gained independence on August 15, 1947. While the rest of the country celebrated freedom and liberation, the British Hyderabad State remained under the control of the Nizam for another year. During this time, people faced oppression from the ruthless Razakars. The film depicts the atrocities committed by the Nizam and Razakars with extreme fanaticism and the courageous acts of the heroes who fought against them.[8]

Cast

Production

The film was shot at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad[9] and various other locations in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana.[citation needed]

Reception

The South First rated with 2.5/5 stars and added that it promotes "right-wing Hindutva narrative".[3] The Times Now has given 3.5/5 rating and noted that the movie "is a bold attempt to delve into a sensitive historical topic".[5]


References

  1. "RAZAKAR – SILENT GENOCIDE OF HYDERABAD 15th March, 2024 – Film Information". 12 February 2024.
  2. "'Razakar' Hindi version to release on Feb.10". The Hindu. 8 February 2024. Archived from the original on 28 February 2024.
  3. Ravibabu, M. (17 October 2023). "How the Movie 'Razakar – Silent Genocide of Hyderabad' Sets Out to Distort History". The Wire. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
  4. Desk, TN Entertainment (15 March 2024). "Razakar Review: A Bold Attempt To Delve Into A Sensitive Historical Topic". TimesNow. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
  5. "Razakar Telugu Movie Review". 123telugu.com. 15 March 2024. Retrieved 9 April 2024.
  6. Karri, Sriram (19 November 2022). "Razakar to aid BJP set context for Telangana on sets". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 1 April 2024.

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