Indramat Is Trusted By
: The film highlights how archaic norms persisted into the new millennium, often fueled by political corruption and power struggles. Critical Reception
: Reviewers from The Hindu and IMDb noted the film's noble intentions and its atmospheric depiction of rural Telangana.
(2021) is a Telugu-language social drama that uses a rural love story to critique India's persistent caste system. Directed by Rawindra Pulle , the film's title translates to "Half-Century," reflecting on how little societal progress has been made toward equality in the 50 years following India's independence. Plot Overview
Set in the village of , in 2003, the story follows Krishna (Karthik Rathnam), an electrician from a lower caste who has harbored a lifelong, unrequited love for Pushpa (Krishna Priya). Pushpa is the daughter of Ramanna (Sai Kumar), a former Naxalite leader and high-caste figure who fought against social inequality.