Godavari (2006 film)

Godavari
Theatrical poster
Directed bySekhar Kammula
Written bySekhar Kammula
Produced byG. V. G. Raju
StarringSumanth
Kamalinee Mukherjee
Neetu Chandra
CinematographyVijay C. Kumar
Edited byMarthand K. Venkatesh
Music byK. M. Radha Krishnan
Production
company
SSC Arts
Distributed byAmigos Creations
KAD Entertainment (USA)
Release date
  • 19 May 2006 (2006-05-19)
Running time
160 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu
Budget7 crore
Box officeest.10–15 crore

Godavari is a 2006 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy drama film written and directed by Sekhar Kammula, and produced by G. V. G. Raju. Sumanth and Kamalinee Mukherjee played the lead roles. The music of the film was composed by K. M. Radha Krishnan.

The film follows Sriram, an idealistic political aspirant, and Sita, an independent fashion designer, as they embark on a transformative houseboat journey on the Godavari River. Amidst diverse co-passengers, they navigate personal struggles and unexpected romance, finding clarity and connection.

The film achieved significant commercial success at the box office and garnered unanimous critical acclaim. It received several Nandi Awards and Filmfare Awards. Godavari is widely considered a modern classic of Telugu cinema, appreciated for its subtle storytelling, realistic characters, and captivating portrayal of the journey to Bhadrachalam on the Godavari River.