Aatagallu

Aatagallu () is a 2018 Indian Telugu-language action thriller film produced by Vaasireddy Ravindra, Vaasireddy Sivaji, Vaddapudi Jithendra, and Makkina Ramu under the Friends Movie Creations banner. The film was directed by Paruchuri Murali. The film stars Nara Rohit, Jagapathi Babu, Darshana Banik in the lead roles and music composed by Sai Karthik. Editing and Cinematography was handled by Marthand K. Venkatesh and Vijay C. Kumar respectively. The film was released on 24 August 2018.
Plot.
Siddharth (Nara Rohit), a reputed filmmaker, is accused of killing his wife Anjali (Darshana Banik). However, Siddarth claims he is innocent. An undefeated criminal lawyer, Veerendra (Jagapathi Babu), is appointed as the prosecutor. While the evidence suggests that Siddharth is guilty, Veerendra believes otherwise and works to exonerate him. Veerendra uncovers evidence proving that Anjali's former lover, Munna (Sritej), is guilty and helps Siddharth get acquitted. Soon after, however, Veerendra realizes that Siddharth has tricked him and that Siddharth was the true killer. A flashback portrays Siddharth as a proud man, unable to tolerate anyone tainting his image. One night, a fight with a farmer named Dharma Rao results in the latter slapping the former; an enraged Siddharth retaliates and knocks the farmer out. The incident severely impacts Anjali, who decides to divulge the truth. In an attempt to silence Anjali, Siddharth murders her. Back in the present, Veerendra targets Siddharth and brings out his true identity. The movie ends with the narcissistic and egotistical Siddharth committing suicide.
Production.
The shooting of the film began on 11 October 2017 at Ramanaidu Studios, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, with the "first look" poster releasing on 11 May 2018. On 9 June 2018, a 67-second teaser was released, followed by the first song, "Nee Valle," on 10 June from Red FM at Mango Music. Finally, the theatrical trailer was launched on 30 June 2018.
Soundtrack.
The music was composed by Sai Karthik and was released on Mango Music Company.
Reception.
The Times of India rated 1.5/5, stating that “"There's no reason why you should suffer.”" Everyone got impressed with Nara Rohit’s acting, Jagapathi Babu’s stern & serious looks worked out good for him and Darshana Banik as Cameo. 123telugu.com rated 2.5/5, announcing "Aatagallu–Same old murder mystery": The film has nothing new to offer, making it a routine and outdated watch. Whereas Mirchi-9 granted 1.25/5 stating it as "Playing with Audience Patience". Greatandhra.com declared 1/5 and named the film as "Totally Substandard". Telugu Mirchi accorded 2.75/5 professing "Aatagallu is an outdated, boring plot. Yet, interesting with gripping twists, but the director should not have revealed the twists so early.” Cine Josh affirmed the movie as a mindless film with countless negatives going with 2/5.