Hyderabad, India — In a seamless blend of personal tribute and cinematic thrill, “Legally Veer” marks a novel entry into the Telugu film landscape. The movie, released on December 27, 2024, stars debutant Malikireddy Veer Reddy alongside Priyanka Rewri and Thanuja Puttaswamy. It ventures into the genre of courtroom drama with a robust narrative that intertwines a legal thriller with a poignant father-son storyline.
Veer Reddy’s leap from his professional life as a lawyer to the creative realm of cinema forms the backbone of this film’s inception. Graduating from a law school in Delhi and having spent time working as in-house counsel in New York, Reddy’s transition back to India was spurred by his father’s failing health and eventual demise in 2019. This pivot in his career pathway from law to filmmaking was shaped by these profound personal experiences and the sudden onset of the COVID-19 lockdowns which found him stranded in India during early 2020.
Seeking to honor his late father, Reddy initially conceived a podcast but soon found the allure of film a more compelling medium to narrate his story. “Legally Veer” is not only a legal thriller but a personal tribute as well. Reddy infused the script with his father’s values and inspirations, stating that his father’s guidance is reflected daily in his life and now through his cinematic work.
The film delves into various dimensions of human emotions and societal scenarios. It captures the essence of a murder mystery wrapped within courtroom protocols, the dynamics of father-son relationships, and the broader existential and cultural challenges faced by an NRI on returning to India. The narrative also subtly touches upon the opportunities of redemption and resilience against life’s adversities.
Addressing the authenticity of the courtroom depiction, Reddy ensured that the film steers clear of typical cinematic exaggeration. By sticking close to the actual legal procedures and the impactful reality of law enforcement in India, the movie seeks to bridge the often expansive gap between real-life legal proceedings and their dramatized versions in cinema.
Reddy’s vision extends beyond mere storytelling; he aims for the film to serve as a civic reminder. He asserts that regardless of one’s social standing, the supremacy of law is unequivocal, and its disregard would inevitably attract dire consequences. This thematic underpinning diverges from prevailing cinema trends that often glorify villains at the expense of heroism, an approach Reddy explicitly chose to avoid.
As “Legally Veer” hits the screens, with a Hindi-dubbed version slated for release in January, Reddy remains optimistic yet anxious, likening his anticipation to awaiting a judicial verdict after closing arguments in court.
Drawing influences from iconic court dramas like “Ghayal” and Hollywood’s “A Few Good Men,” Reddy’s film endeavors to set a new precedent in the portrayal of judiciary narratives within Indian cinema, distinguishing itself through its grounded realism and emotional depth.
As the film begins to reach audiences, only time will reveal the public and critical reception to Malikireddy Veer Reddy’s bold cinematic venture. Regardless of the outcome, “Legally Veer” stands as a heartfelt homage to a beloved father and a testament to an individual’s transformative journey through grief and artistic expression.
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