Saripodhaa Sanivaaram (transl. Is Saturday not enough?) is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language vigilante action thriller directed by Vivek Athreya and produced by D. V. V. Danayya under DVV Entertainment. Starring Nani, S. J. Suryah, and Priyanka Mohan in lead roles, the film follows the intense clash between a righteous man, Surya, and a corrupt police officer, Dayanand, who perpetuates injustice.
Plot of Saripodhaa Sanivaaram
The movie revolves around Surya, portrayed by Nani, a man who takes justice into his own hands every Saturday. His fight against corruption brings him face-to-face with CI Dayanand (S. J. Suryah), a brutal officer who abuses his power, leading to a thrilling battle between good and evil.
Saripodhaa Sanivaaram Cast
- Nani as Surya “Chinnu”
- S. J. Suryah as CI R. Dayanand “Daya”
- Priyanka Mohan as PC Charulatha “Charu” / Kalyani “Kallu”
- Abhirami as Chayadevi (Surya’s mother)
- Aditi Balan as Bhadram (Surya’s sister)
- P. Sai Kumar as Sankaram (Surya’s father)
- Murali Sharma, Ajay Ghosh, and more in supporting roles.
Production & Music
Filming for Saripodhaa Sanivaaram started in November 2023 in Hyderabad. The movie, with a budget of ₹90 crore, is the most expensive project in Nani’s career. Jakes Bejoy composed the music, with tracks like “Garam Garam” and “Ullasam” becoming fan favorites. The film’s cinematography was handled by Murali G. while Karthika Srinivas took care of editing.
Release & Reception
Saripodhaa Sanivaaram was released in theaters on 29 August 2024 and received positive reviews for its gripping storyline, performances by Nani and S. J. Suryah, and Vivek Athreya’s sharp direction. The film’s post-theatrical digital rights were acquired by Netflix, and it will also be available in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada as Surya’s Saturday.
Critics have lauded the movie for its unique take on the vigilante genre, with publications like The Hindu and India Today praising its writing and performances. However, some critics felt the film had a slow pace in parts. Despite this, Saripodhaa Sanivaaram remains a must-watch for fans of action thrillers.