Allari Naresh’s Ramba Oorvasi Menaka Hits A Censor Wall Just Days Before Release!
NTR, Chiranjeevi, Ravi Teja Got Away With It — So Why Is Allari Naresh In Trouble?
Allari Naresh’s Ramba Oorvasi Menaka was supposed to be gearing up for its September 4 theatrical arrival. Instead, the fantasy comedy has suddenly found itself fighting a battle it absolutely did not need this close to release. The film has reportedly run into certification trouble, with objections raised over the portrayal of its mythological characters. Now, a last-minute censor hurdle has thrown an unexpected cloud over what should have been a straightforward release.
1. The timing is brutally inconvenient.
The film is just days away from hitting theatres, but the certification process is reportedly still unresolved. The makers have already planned their release, promotions, and bookings, leaving precious little breathing room if changes are demanded. For a smaller or mid-budget film, a last-minute disruption can hurt where it matters most — the opening weekend.
2. The controversy isn't about the title.
Ironically, Ramba Oorvasi Menaka itself reportedly hasn't triggered objections. The reported concerns are about how Rambha, Oorvasi and Menaka are presented, particularly their costumes and certain comedy sequences involving the divine characters.
3. Telugu cinema has been down this road before.
Mythological figures being used for comedy is hardly a new experiment. Films such as NTR’s Yamagola, Chiranjeevi’s Yamudiki Mogudu, Yamaleela and Ravi Teja’s Daruvu have all played with similar territory. But the atmosphere around religious and cultural representation has become far more sensitive, making even seemingly small creative choices potential flashpoints.
4. Now comes the real test.
The film has reportedly been referred to the Revising Committee, with another screening expected. That decision could determine whether the September 4 release proceeds as planned or whether the makers are forced into changes — or worse, a delay.
And that's the real sting. A film made to turn mythology into comedy is now struggling to get past the certification gate. The clock is ticking, the release date is looming, and the Revising Committee holds the key. For Ramba Oorvasi Menaka, the biggest battle may have begun before the audience has even bought a ticket.