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Father Sues Son Over Toothbrush in Telugu Film
3 Sep
Summary
- Film centers on a father suing his son over a toothbrush.
- Critically acclaimed dramedy released theatrically and now on OTT.
- Anurag Kashyap praised the film for its unique storytelling.
Debutant filmmaker Uday Chauhan's 'Pallaburusu' has transitioned from its August 14 theatrical debut to digital streaming on Prime Videos, backed by Annapurna Studios. This Telugu film, available in multiple languages, humorously explores a father-son relationship, revolving around a simple yet absurd conflict: a father takes his son to the police station because he refused to buy him a toothbrush.
Despite its low box office collection, 'Pallaburusu' received significant critical acclaim for its originality. Renowned director Anurag Kashyap lauded the film on Instagram, calling it a "fun, fascinating, unexpected dramedy" that is "so simple, so engaging, so funny yet so relatable."
The film features Sudhakar Reddy and Murlidhar Goud in lead roles, supported by Gomathy, Prajwal Yadma, and Sujatha. Made on a small budget, its theatrical run garnered just over Rs 14 lakh in India net collection, but its critical reception highlights its impact beyond commercial success.
