The Telugu-language neo-noir thriller Kapatadhaari, which was produced by G. Dhana66njayan and directed by Pradeep Krishnamoorthy, was released in 2021. Starring Sumanth and Nandhita, with Nassar and Jayaprakash in supporting parts, it is an adaptation of the 2019 Kannada film Kavaludaari. Filmed concurrently in Telugu and Tamil, Kabadadaari was the title of the latter, which starred Sibi Sathyaraj in place of Sumanth. Simon K. King wrote the music. On February 19, 2021, it was made available.
Plot
Kapatadhaari is a Telugu thriller film that revolves around a traffic constable named Gowtham (played by Sumanth), who stumbles upon a mysterious case while performing his duties. The narrative is a remake of the Kannada film “Kavaludaari.”
Gowtham, a diligent and principled officer, comes across an old case file while sorting through the records at the police station. Intrigued by the unsolved case of a woman’s death, he decides to delve deeper into the investigation, driven by his innate sense of justice and curiosity.
As Gowtham begins re-investigating the case, he encounters obstacles and challenges, including resistance from his superiors and the passage of time that has made evidence and witnesses difficult to trace. However, his determination leads him to uncover new leads and potential suspects.
Throughout the investigation, Gowtham unearths layers of secrets and hidden connections that suggest a larger conspiracy behind the woman’s death. He navigates through a maze of deceit and discovers unexpected links between influential individuals, leading him closer to the truth.
The film maintains a suspenseful atmosphere as Gowtham’s relentless pursuit of justice puts him in perilous situations. He faces threats and danger as he gets closer to unraveling the mystery, discovering startling revelations that shake the foundations of the case.
Along the way, Gowtham receives assistance from Satyamurthy (played by Nasser), a retired cop who originally handled the case years ago. Satyamurthy provides valuable insights and guidance, aiding Gowtham in his quest for the truth.
As the investigation progresses, Gowtham uncovers a web of lies, cover-ups, and unexpected connections between seemingly unrelated events. The movie intricately weaves together clues, leading to a gripping climax that unveils the shocking truth behind the woman’s death.
In a thrilling and intense resolution, Gowtham confronts the culprits, revealing the mastermind behind the conspiracy. The film concludes with justice served and the resolution of the long-standing mystery, providing closure to the case and giving Gowtham a sense of fulfillment in his pursuit of truth and justice
Director | Pradeep Krishnamoorthy |
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Story | Hemanth M. Rao |
Screenplay | Hemanth M. Rao |
Dialogues | Hemanth M. Rao |
Cinematography | Rasamathi |
Editor | Praveen K. L. |
Music | Simon K. King |
Producer | G. Dhananjayan, Lalitha Dhananjan6 |
Cast | Sumanth Nandita Swetha Sampath MaitreyaNassarJayaprakashSwathiVennela KishoreDinesh M, J. Satish Kumar |
Release Type | Theatre |
Language | Telugu |
Production | Creative Entertainers and Distributors |
Budget | 11 Crores |
Box Office | 7 Crores |
OTT Platform | Prime Video |