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Simhadri (2003) Film • 2003 • 2h 45m • United States Cinema • Telugu

Simhadri

Name: Simhadri
Director: S. S. Rajamouli
Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller
Released: 2003-07-09
Duration: 165 min
Rating: 7.4
Cast: Jr. NTR

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

"A gentle servant… a ruthless storm."

7.4 / 10

Action Drama Thriller

Storyline & Synopsis

Simhadri is an industry-shaking, earth-shattering action blockbuster directed by S. S. Rajamouli, which transformed a 20-year-old Jr. NTR into an undisputed mass demigod, rewrote Telugu cinema box office records, and established Rajamouli as the most formidable commercial filmmaker of his generation. The story centers on Simhadri, a remarkably humble, devoted, and warm-hearted servant raised from childhood in the aristocratic household of Ram Bhupal Varma in Visakhapatnam. Loved like a son by Varma and adored as a selfless guardian angel by the local townspeople, Simhadri is the epitome of non-violence and filial loyalty. However, his placid life becomes complicated when he encounters Indu, an intellectually disabled, amnesiac orphan girl whose childlike innocence awakens a fierce, protective paternal instinct within him. Despite facing societal outrage, family accusations of betrayal, and romantic complications with Varma's granddaughter Kasturi, Simhadri secretly arranges for Indu to undergo high-risk neurosurgery in Kerala. When the operation succeeds and Indu regains her memory, she attempts to murder Simhadri, shocking everyone. This unmasks Simhadri's terrifying secret past: two years earlier, he was 'Simhadri Annan', a lethal underworld warlord in the heart of Trivandrum, Kerala, who took up weapons to avenge the gruesome massacre of Indu's family by the ruthless international mafia kingpin Bhai Saab. Having sworn an oath to the dying family to keep Indu alive at all costs, Simhadri had embraced exile and assumed a docile servant's life. With Bhai Saab discovering Indu's survival, the docile servant must re-awaken his devastating warrior persona to wage an apocalyptic final war.

Director

S. S. Rajamouli

Starring

Jr. NTR

Behind The Scenes

Key Filmmakers & Directors

S. S. Rajamouli

Director

Star Cast & Characters

Cast of Simhadri (Movie)

Complete cast of Simhadri (2003 movie), starring actors, actresses, and character roles.

Jr. NTR

Simhadri / Samar Singh

Financials & Box Office

Simhadri Budget and Box Office Gross

Official production budget, worldwide box office gross, and theatrical financial summary for Simhadri (2003 movie).

Estimated Budget

$85,000,000

Production Budget

Worldwide Box Office Gross

$260,000,000

Lifetime Theatrical Gross

Box Office Verdict

All-Time Blockbuster

3.1x Multiplier (+206% ROI)

Release & Industry

Jul 09, 2003

United States Cinema • Telugu

Title & Format	Estimated Budget	Worldwide Box Office Gross	Verdict / Status	Studios / Producers
Simhadri (2003 Movie)	$85,000,000	$260,000,000	All-Time Blockbuster	Independent Production

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Everything you need to know about Simhadri streaming, cast, director, and box office details.

Simhadri officially released on July 09, 2003 (2003). Discover full theatrical release timeline, festival screenings, and streaming dates on TonightOnScreen.

The total runtime of Simhadri is 165 minutes (2h 45m).

Simhadri is categorized under Action, Drama and Thriller. Explore curated recommendations and top-rated titles in these genres on TonightOnScreen.

The cast of Simhadri stars Jr. NTR. Detailed character names and talent biographies are available on TonightOnScreen.

Key characters in Simhadri include Jr. NTR as Simhadri / Samar Singh.

Simhadri was produced on an estimated budget of $85,000,000 and grossed a worldwide Box Office Gross of $260,000,000.

Based on its estimated budget of $85,000,000 and worldwide box office collection of $260,000,000, Simhadri is classified as a All-Time Blockbuster at the box office.

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

Simhadri holds a TonightOnScreen audience and critical rating of 7.4/10. The official age classification is A. Explore full cast reactions and verified community reviews on TonightOnScreen.

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

In Simhadri: Simhadri / Samar Singh is played by Jr. NTR. Find complete character profiles, role details, and full actor biographies on TonightOnScreen.

The title "Simhadri" is accompanied by the tagline: "A gentle servant… a ruthless storm.". The name reflects the core themes of the movie. Explore the full synopsis and storyline context on TonightOnScreen.

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

Recommended — Worth a Watch. With a solid 7.4/10 rating, Simhadri is an enjoyable movie that most viewers find worthwhile. Read in-depth verified audience reviews and the complete critical breakdown on TonightOnScreen.

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