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Eega (2012) Film • 2012 • 2h 25m • United States Cinema • Telugu

Eega

Cast of Eega (Film), Box Office Gross, Budget & Streaming Guide

"Revenge has a new shape."

Storyline & Synopsis

Eega (released in Hindi as Makkhi) is an astonishingly inventive, globally acclaimed, and delightfully audacious fantasy revenge thriller directed by S. S. Rajamouli, widely celebrated as one of the most uniquely creative achievements in the history of commercial Indian cinema. The heartwarming first act follows Nani, a cheerful, hardworking graphic designer who has spent two years patiently and playfully wooing Bindu, a gentle micro-artist and NGO worker who secretly reciprocates his deep affection but loves keeping him guessing. Their blossoming romance is abruptly shattered by Sudeep, an immensely wealthy, narcissistic, and predatory industrialist who is accustomed to possessing any woman he desires. When Sudeep sets his sights on Bindu and realizes she loves Nani instead of him, his psychopathic vanity curdles into murderous rage. Sudeep kidnaps Nani, brutally tortures him, and hangs him in an abandoned warehouse, staging the murder as a suicide just as Bindu is preparing to confess her love. In his dying breath, Nani vows vengeance. In an unprecedented narrative leap, Nani is reincarnated as a common housefly — an eega — endowed with human memories, consciousness, and an unquenchable thirst for retribution. Realizing his microscopic physical vulnerability, the fly uses razor-sharp intellect, tactical sabotage, and psychological warfare to make Sudeep's life a living nightmare: causing catastrophic car accidents, triggering insomnia, ruining multimillion-dollar business deals, and tattooing warnings in spilled tea. When Sudeep discovers the fly is Nani's spirit, he deploys flamethrowers, bodyguards, and occultists, culminating in an electrifying, emotional showdown where the tiny insect arms himself with miniature needles to protect Bindu and destroy his killer.
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Cast of Eega (Movie)

Complete cast of Eega (2012 movie), starring actors, actresses, and character roles.

Financials & Box Office

Eega Budget and Box Office Gross

Official production budget, worldwide box office gross, and theatrical financial summary for Eega (2012 movie).

Estimated Budget
$300,000,000
Production Budget
Worldwide Box Office Gross
$1,300,000,000
Lifetime Theatrical Gross
Box Office Verdict
All-Time Blockbuster
4.3x Multiplier (+333% ROI)
Release & Industry
Jul 06, 2012
United States Cinema • Telugu
Title & Format Estimated Budget Worldwide Box Office Gross Verdict / Status Studios / Producers
Eega (2012 Movie) $300,000,000 $1,300,000,000 All-Time Blockbuster Independent Production
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Everything you need to know about Eega streaming, cast, director, and box office details.

Eega officially released on July 06, 2012 (2012). Discover full theatrical release timeline, festival screenings, and streaming dates on TonightOnScreen.

The total runtime of Eega is 145 minutes (2h 25m).

Eega is categorized under Action, Comedy and Adventure. Explore curated recommendations and top-rated titles in these genres on TonightOnScreen.

The cast of Eega stars Nani, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Kichcha Sudeepa. Detailed character names and talent biographies are available on TonightOnScreen.

Key characters in Eega include Nani as Nani, Samantha Ruth Prabhu as Bindu and Kichcha Sudeepa as Sudeep.

Eega was produced on an estimated budget of $300,000,000 and grossed a worldwide Box Office Gross of $1,300,000,000.

Based on its estimated budget of $300,000,000 and worldwide box office collection of $1,300,000,000, Eega is classified as a All-Time Blockbuster at the box office.

Digital streaming and OTT rights for Eega are tracked regularly on TonightOnScreen. Bookmark this page for instant streaming alerts and platform updates.

Eega was directed by S. S. Rajamouli. Explore their complete filmographies and upcoming releases on TonightOnScreen.

Eega (released in Hindi as Makkhi) is an astonishingly inventive, globally acclaimed, and delightfully audacious fantasy revenge thriller directed by S. S. Rajamouli, widely celebrated as one of the most uniquely creative achievements in the history...

Eega holds a TonightOnScreen audience and critical rating of 7.7/10. The official age classification is U/A. Explore full cast reactions and verified community reviews on TonightOnScreen.

Eega carries an official content rating of U/A. This classification helps parents and viewers make informed decisions about suitability before watching.

In Eega: Nani is played by Nani; Bindu is played by Samantha Ruth Prabhu; Sudeep is played by Kichcha Sudeepa. Find complete character profiles, role details, and full actor biographies on TonightOnScreen.

The title "Eega" is accompanied by the tagline: "Revenge has a new shape.". The name reflects the core themes of the movie. Explore the full synopsis and storyline context on TonightOnScreen.

Eega is a United States production, originally produced in the Telugu language. It represents the rich cinematic heritage of United States cinema.

Highly Recommended. Rated 7.7/10, Eega is a highly regarded movie that consistently earns strong audience and critical praise. Read in-depth verified audience reviews and the complete critical breakdown on TonightOnScreen.