Rana Daggubati has recently been backing content-driven cinema. Whether producing or presenting, he continues to support distinctive storytelling. Under his banner, Spirit Media, Rana has now announced a new project—Kothapallilo Okappudu—teaming up once again with filmmaker Praveena Paruchuri.
Marking Praveena’s directorial debut, Kothapallilo Okappudu is a light-hearted satire steeped in local flavor and brimming with charm. Known for producing cult favorites like C/o Kancharapalem and Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya, Praveena now steps behind the camera to tell a story that is nostalgic, whimsical, and thought-provoking.
The film follows a village youth whose life takes an unexpected turn after a seemingly minor incident. What begins as a small twist of fate spirals into chaos, as local folklore, village mischief, and time-honored traditions push him to the brink—culminating in a series of consequences neither he nor his community sees coming.
Shot through the lens of a Los Angeles-based, award-winning cinematographer, Kothapallilo Okappudu offers a fresh visual experience—Indian heart through a foreign eye. With vibrant songs, expressive dance sequences, and satirical undertones, the film celebrates the spirit of classic Telugu cinema while offering a contemporary take on how small village moments spiral into larger-than-life drama.
A colorful, humorous, and heartfelt ode to storytelling from the grassroots, Kothapallilo Okappudu is set to charm audiences both old and new.
Kothapallilo Okappudu will be coming soon in theatres. This movie is a love letter to Telugu Cinema.
