From time to time, you will come across movies that have the power to take you back in time; times that a lot of people often consider simple and fun. In recent years, a lot of movies have been released that recreate those times through emotional texture, cultural rhythm and visual warmth. The viewers often relate these Telugu films to the 80s and 90s as they revive the emotions and atmospheres that feel comforting and familiar. Today we will share with you such movies that have the power to take you back in time through their stories, locations and emotions.
[1] Hometown
This series features Rajeev Kanakala, Jhansi, Annie and Prajwal. This is a soft and reflective journey into the past through the eyes of Srikanth. In Hometown, Srikanth is an aspiring filmmaker who looks back at the town that shaped his life. It is set in Karimnagar and takes us deep into Srikanth’s childhood memories of mischief, first love, friendships and heartbreaks.
Hometown perfectly balances warmth and longing to tell us that even the smallest of experiences in our lives leave a lasting impact that defines our adulthood. The acting of Rajeev Kanakala in the role of Prasad and Prajwal Yadma in the role of Srikanth stands out in that it is purely genuine and down to earth. If revisiting your own childhood memories sounds comforting, why not watch Hometown today?
[2] Ambajipeta Marriage Band
Dushyanth Katikaneni makes his debut as a director with a social drama film Ambajipeta Marriage Band. The star cast consists of Suhas, Shivani Nagaram, Sharanya Pradeep, and Goparaju Ramana. The soulful film is shot with the lovely surroundings of the Godavari as its background. Ambajipeta Marriage Band portrays the situation of societal stigma, love, and music. The story revolves around the brothers and sister, Malli and Padma, who are looked after by Kanaka, the owner of the salon. The story depicts the situation of love blurring all boundaries in the midst of all misunderstandings.
The acting of the artists, along with the situations presented in the film, make “Ambajipeta Marriage Band” a must-watch movie. The film will surely raise several questions in your minds, which will certainly force you to watch the film “Ambajipeta Marriage Band.” The film strongly carries a classic 1990s village-life vibe through its emotions, music, and social setting.
[3] Kothapallilo Okappudu
This is a beautiful dramedy directed by Praveena Paruchuri. Kothapalilo Okappudu captures steep superstition and mixes power dynamics with tender romance. The movie is about Ramkrishna, who runs a small dance troupe while also working for a moneylender in his village. The interesting part of the movie is where he tries to meet Savitri, the granddaughter of a powerful moneylender and gets involved in a scandal that completely changes their lives. Kothapalilo Okappudu reveals the village lifestyle, the rumours that lead to controversy, and the innocent crush that forms because of the late ’80s atmosphere. If you want to find out if their love survives the scandal or not, then stream this movie on Aha today.
Final Thoughts
Films that truly capture the 80s and 90s aren’t about the past or nostalgia; these movies help us remember the memories and emotions we have carried with us quietly. Be it Hometown that makes you reminisce about your childhood or Kothapalilo Okappudu that tells you the story about rural India back in those days, every movie brings to you a feeling of something familiar and makes you remember your youth. If you enjoy the kind of Telugu films that are pure joy to watch, then consider watching them on Aha today.