Ashok (film)
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Ashok (Dubbed into Hindi as Ghayal:The Fighter Man) is a 2006 Telugu
film directed by Surender Reddy
(of Athanokkade
fame). The film, which was released on 13 July 2006, stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr.
and Sameera Reddy
.
), when his violent actions kill his grand mother (Ramaprabha). Ashok falls in love with aishwariya, a neighbour. However, K.K(Sonu Sood
) also falls in love with aishwariya, when he sees her involved in an accident. Ashok's friend Husain(dindigul
) is killed by K.K.'s gang whilst saving aishwariya from the clutches of K.K. This angers Ashok who has, in the meantime, gone off to madurai because of a plot by K.K and his mother (Vadipukarassi), which also involved Ashok's father. As soon as he learns what has happened he rushes back to alanganalore to save both his family and aishwariya. Ashok's best friend(Rajiv Kanakala) was killed by K.K and his brother, and for revenge, he kills his brother. K.K wants revenge, and kidnaps Ashok's sister. During the climax of the film Ashok is fighting K.K., whose mother arrives with the intention of shooting Ashok. As often occurs in films, things soon go awry and the bullet hits K.K., killing him. Ashok is then free to tell aishwariya of his undying love and we assume they go on to live happily ever after.
. Music of this film was released on 8 June 2006.
was a big hit among the audiences.
This film collected 10 crores in the opening week.
This film was also given an 'A' certificate, along with other Telugu
releases in 2006 such as Bangaram
, Pokiri
, and Vikramarkudu
.
This film was dubbed into Tamil as Ashok.
Telugu language
Telugu is a Central Dravidian language primarily spoken in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, where it is an official language. It is also spoken in the neighbouring states of Chattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Orissa and Tamil Nadu...
film directed by Surender Reddy
Surender Reddy
Surender Reddy is a Tollywood film director.. He made his directorial debut with Athanokkade and is noted for his recent movie Kick with Ravi Teja. His latest movie, Oosaravelli, starring Jr...
(of Athanokkade
Athanokkade
Athanokkade is a 2005 Telugu film which was directed by Surender Reddy. This film stars Kalyan Ram, Sindhu Tolani, and Ashish Vidyarthi. Music was scored by Mani Sharma. This film was a big hit at box office as it has good story, twists and comedy in the movie. It was remade into Tamil as Aadhi....
fame). The film, which was released on 13 July 2006, stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr.
N. T. Rama Rao Jr.
Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao , popularly known as Jr. NTR or Tarak, is a Telugu film actor. He is son of actor and politician Nandamuri Harikrishna and Shalini...
and Sameera Reddy
Sameera Reddy
Sameera Reddy is an Indian film actress, primarily working in the Hindi film industry and Tamil industry. Apart from Bollywood, Reddy has also appeared in a number of Telugu, Bengali and Malayalam films.-Early life:...
.
Story
Auto mobile mechanic Ashok (alanganalore) is thrown out of his family's house by his father (Prakash RajPrakash Raj
Prakash Raj , better known by his stage name Prakash Raj, is a National Award winning actor, director and producer who has worked in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Malayalam films. Though he was born in a Tulu family he achieved fame through Kannada, Tamil and Telugu films. He got introduced to...
), when his violent actions kill his grand mother (Ramaprabha). Ashok falls in love with aishwariya, a neighbour. However, K.K(Sonu Sood
Sonu Sood
Sonu Sood is a former model and Indian actor who has acted in Hindi,, Telugu and Tamil films. A participant in the Mr. India contest, he has appeared in commercials for Apollo Tyres, Airtel etc. In Tollywood he is best known for his role as the antagonist, Pasupathi, in the film...
) also falls in love with aishwariya, when he sees her involved in an accident. Ashok's friend Husain(dindigul
Dindigul
Dindigul is a town and municipality in the Tamil Nadu state of southern India. The name Dindigul comes from the Portmanteau of “Thindu” meaning pillow and “kal” meaning Rock and refers to the bare hill dominating the city’s both land and skyscape...
) is killed by K.K.'s gang whilst saving aishwariya from the clutches of K.K. This angers Ashok who has, in the meantime, gone off to madurai because of a plot by K.K and his mother (Vadipukarassi), which also involved Ashok's father. As soon as he learns what has happened he rushes back to alanganalore to save both his family and aishwariya. Ashok's best friend(Rajiv Kanakala) was killed by K.K and his brother, and for revenge, he kills his brother. K.K wants revenge, and kidnaps Ashok's sister. During the climax of the film Ashok is fighting K.K., whose mother arrives with the intention of shooting Ashok. As often occurs in films, things soon go awry and the bullet hits K.K., killing him. Ashok is then free to tell aishwariya of his undying love and we assume they go on to live happily ever after.
Music
The film has six songs composed by Mani SharmaMani Sharma
Mani Sharma Yanamandra is a music director known for his works in Tollywood. He has composed music for over 140 films. He is popularly known as "Swara Brahma" for his contributions to music in Tollywood. Mani Sharma started his career as a music director in 1998. Before that Sharma used to work...
. Music of this film was released on 8 June 2006.
- Gola Gola - Ravi Varma & Sujatha - Lyricist: Chandra Bose
- Jabiliki - HariharanHariharan (singer)Hariharan , born 3 April 1955) is an Indian playback singer in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Bhojpuri and Telugu movies, an established ghazal singer, and one of the pioneers of Indian fusion music. His melody is strongly appreciated by the film fraternity...
& Vardhini - Lyricist: Chandra Bose
- Mumtaju Mahalu - Devan & Tanvi - Lyricist: Chandra Bose
- Nuvvasalu - Jassie GiftJassie GiftJassie Gift is a Malayalam film music composer and singer from Thiruvananthapuram, India. He became famous after his song "Lajjavathiye" in the film 4 the people.-Biography:...
& K. S. ChithraK. S. ChithraK. S. Chithra often credited as Chithra , is an Indian playback singer who has made her mark in the Indian music playback industry. Popularly known as Chinna Kuyil of South India, she has lent her voice to Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Oriya, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Badaga and Punjabi films...
- Lyricist: Bhaskarabhatla Ravi Kumar
- Oka Chinni - Kay KayKay KayKrishnakumar Kunnath , also known as KK, is an Indian playback singer. He is a prominent singer in Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Tamil films....
- Lyricist: Chandra Bose
- Yenkantanga - N. C. Karunya - Lyricist: Chandra Bose
Crew
- Director: Surender ReddySurender ReddySurender Reddy is a Tollywood film director.. He made his directorial debut with Athanokkade and is noted for his recent movie Kick with Ravi Teja. His latest movie, Oosaravelli, starring Jr...
- Screenplay: Surender ReddySurender ReddySurender Reddy is a Tollywood film director.. He made his directorial debut with Athanokkade and is noted for his recent movie Kick with Ravi Teja. His latest movie, Oosaravelli, starring Jr...
- Story: Vakkantham Vamsi
- Additional Screenplay : GopimohanGopimohanGopimohan is an Indian screenplay writer and story writer who works in the Telugu film industry. His full name isPinnamaneni Gopi Mohan. He is associated with successful directors such as Dasaradh and Srinu Vytla....
- Dialogue: Marudhuri Raja
- Producer: Valluripally Ramesh
- Music: Mani SharmaMani SharmaMani Sharma Yanamandra is a music director known for his works in Tollywood. He has composed music for over 140 films. He is popularly known as "Swara Brahma" for his contributions to music in Tollywood. Mani Sharma started his career as a music director in 1998. Before that Sharma used to work...
- Cinematography: Senthil Kumar
- Choreography: Brindha, Kalyan, & Lawrence
- Art Direction: Ashok
- Editing: Gowtam Raju
Response
Music by Mani SharmaMani Sharma
Mani Sharma Yanamandra is a music director known for his works in Tollywood. He has composed music for over 140 films. He is popularly known as "Swara Brahma" for his contributions to music in Tollywood. Mani Sharma started his career as a music director in 1998. Before that Sharma used to work...
was a big hit among the audiences.
This film collected 10 crores in the opening week.
This film was also given an 'A' certificate, along with other Telugu
Telugu language
Telugu is a Central Dravidian language primarily spoken in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, where it is an official language. It is also spoken in the neighbouring states of Chattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Orissa and Tamil Nadu...
releases in 2006 such as Bangaram
Bangaram
Bangaram is a Telugu film which released on 3 May 2006 and was directed by Tamil director Dharani. This film has Pawan Kalyan in the lead role and Meera Chopra, Raja, Reema Sen, Ashutosh Rana, Mukesh Rishi, and playing the supporting roles.The movie was an average grosser at box office.- Plot...
, Pokiri
Pokiri (Telugu film)
Pokiri is a 2006 Indian Telugu film directed, written, and produced by Puri Jagannadh starring Mahesh Babu and Ileana D'Cruz in the lead roles. Prakash Raj, Sayaji Shinde, and Ashish Vidyarthi play supporting roles....
, and Vikramarkudu
Vikramarkudu
Vikramarkudu is a Tollywood film released on 23 June 2006 and was directed by S.S. Rajamouli. Ravi Teja and Anushka Shetty play the main roles in this film. This film was a big success. Ravi Teja plays a double role, for the first time, in this film. He was praised by big stars for his commendable...
.
This film was dubbed into Tamil as Ashok.