23 Iravai Moodu
| 23 Iravai Moodu | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Raj Rachakonda |
| Written by | Raj Rachakonda |
| Produced by | Raj Rachakonda |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Sunny Kurapati |
| Edited by | Anil Aalayam |
| Music by | Mark K Robin |
Production company | Studio 99 |
Release date |
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Running time | 135 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
23 Iravai Moodu is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language legal drama film written and directed by Raj Rachakonda.[1] Based on 1991 Tsunduru massacre, 1993 Chilakaluripeta massacre and 1997 Hyderabad Car Bomb Blast, the film features Teja and Tanmai in lead roles.
The film was released on 16 May 2025.[2]
Plot
Cast
- Teja as Sagar
- Tanmai as Suseela
- Pawon Ramesh as Das
- Jhansi as Dr. Beena
- Thagubothu Ramesh as Raju
- Praneeth Yaron as SI
Music
All music is composed by Mark K Robin.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Bangaram Akkarleni" | Chandrabose | Karthik, Ramya Behara | 3:41 |
| 2. | "Kosee Koyyangaane" | Warangal Shankar | Rela John | 2:02 |
| 3. | "Egaraale" | Chandrabose | Kailash Kher | 4:36 |
| 4. | "Dhora Pogaaka" | Indus Martin | Aditi Bhavaraju | 2:27 |
| 5. | "Cherasala" | Chandrabose | Chinmayi Sripada, Kapil Kapilan | 3:47 |
| 6. | "Jo laali Jo Jo" | Indus Martin | Aditi Bhavaraju | 3:22 |
| 7. | "Laali Paata Inka Avvanelede" | Rahman | Sindhuja Srinivasan | 2:53 |
Release and reception
23 Iravai Moodu was released on 16 May 2025.[3] The film was released on Amazon Prime Video and ETV Win on 27 June 2025.[4]
Sangeetha Devi Dundoo of The Hindu stated that, "23 is not an easy film to watch; it is a brave film that does not flinch from addressing tough issues" and praised the writing.[5] NTV rated the film 3 out of 5 with particular praise for lead cast and Raj Rachakonda.[6] In contrast, 123Telugu stated, "23 (Iravai Moodu) carries a sincere message and genuine intentions, but it faces challenges in maintaining the audience's engagement throughout".[7]
References
- ^ Harsh, B. H. (14 May 2025). "Raj R: I have received more acclaim than I deserve". Cinema Express. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ Harsh, B. H. (2 May 2025). "Raj Rachakonda's 23 gets a release date". Cinema Express. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ "3 new Telugu movies releasing this week in theaters (May 12-18): Raj R's 23, Naveen Chandra's Eleven and Oka Brundavanam". PINKVILLA. 13 May 2025. Archived from the original on 15 May 2025. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ "Social Thriller 23 (Iravai Moodu) Premieres On OTT: Where To Watch". News18. Retrieved 14 August 2025.
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (16 May 2025). "23 movie review: A hard-hitting film that raises tough questions". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 17 May 2025. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ Telugu, ntv (16 May 2025). "23 Iravai Moodu Review: 23 ఇరవై మూడు రివ్యూ". NTV Telugu (in Telugu). Archived from the original on 16 May 2025. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
- ^ 123telugu (16 May 2025). "23 (Iravai Moodu) Telugu Movie Review and Rating". www.123telugu.com. Retrieved 16 May 2025.
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