Embracing the Telangana dialect Premium

Balagam showcases family values and the unique linguistic identity of the State

Debut director Venu Yeldandi’s Telugu film, Balagam, continues to receive rave reviews 50 days after its release, holding the audience receptive to the message of family values and bonding, and showcasing the unique linguistic identity of Telangana dialect.

Mr. Venu, a noted comic actor, in his directorial debut touched the heartstrings with a compelling storyline woven around death rituals and family bonding with heart-wrenching songs set against a rural backdrop.

What makes the movie more gripping, winning critical acclaim and awards, is the realistic portrayal of the inherent local traditions and culture of Telangana, especially the folk songs representing human values that have been prevalent for centuries in the State.

The huge patronage for the film is evident from the screening of the movie in various villages and residential colonies across the nook and corner of Telangana in the past few weeks.

The film impacted the mindset of the audience in a positive way with instances of several siblings patching up their old differences and coming together after watching the movie at Laxmanchanda in Nirmal district, Vanaparthy in Jangaon district and elsewhere in the State.

Its popularity is growing with each passing day with Tourism Minister V. Srinivas Goud announcing the screening of the film at select places in Hanamkonda district on the occasion of International Day of Families on May 15.

The distinctive Telangana dialect is now increasingly being embraced by filmmakers of Tollywood due to its unique charm and popularity.