Known for its compelling stories and realistic pictures, ‘Amy Sethura Linga’, a passionate social romantic drama about coming of age love, continues to captivate audiences as its Aha video was released released on May 19. Director K Sandeep has released his. he made his directorial debut, and has won praise for his authentic and organic storytelling.
Produced by Sandeep and Murali Krishna, the film has a talented team, including cinematographer Abhiraj Nair and music director Jane Martin. Academy Award winner Resul Pookutty lent his expertise in the film’s sound design, further enhancing the immersive experience.
In a recent interview, K Sandeep shared insights on his background and journey in the world of filmmaking. Despite his childhood interest in film, he obtained an engineering and masters degree in remote sensing and GIS as an academic qualification. But his main goal was always to establish himself in the film industry. Before ‘Amy Sethura Linga’, Sandeep gained some directing experience by doing short films while in Thailand.
Reflecting on his learning experiences, Sandeep stresses the importance of understanding the do’s and don’ts of filmmaking. He acknowledges the challenges of the filmmaking journey, especially getting the film released and marketing the film effectively. Bringing films to audiences and making people aware of their existence is an even bigger obstacle.
Delving into the character of the male protagonist by Vinod Verma, Sandeep notes the relatability factor for those aspiring to pursue an unconventional or dreamy career He describes the character as somewhat introverted, confused and dropped sometimes provoking in situations and circumstances in which he finds himself or unusual dream sensations. He describes the character as somewhat introverted, confused, and sometimes annoying in a way that the circumstances and situations he finds himself in coincide with his journey strongly as someone who wants to break free from life’s constraints and follow his dreams.
In the romantic parts of the film, Sandeep displays a unique perspective that prioritizes emotional intimacy over material possessions. The relationship between the main characters is developed through non-verbal dialogue and communication. As the story progresses, their relationship develops and they find comfort and companionship in each other.
Sandeep also reveals how he approached Resul Pookutty, reaching out to him through Facebook, and stresses the importance of sound in telling his story. The director is grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such a renowned talent and appreciates Pookutty for his invaluable suggestions and support. Sandeep is looking forward to applying these lessons in future projects.
The OTT release for ‘Amy Sethura Linga’ proved to be a strenuous endeavour. The film was completed in December 2021, and the team began trying to find a suitable platform. As newcomers in the industry, Sandeep and his co-producer faced hurdles when launching the film on OTT platforms. Aha Video finally realized the potential of the film and gave viewers a well-deserved platform.
When asked how the film is categorized as commercial or content driven, Sandeep highlights its unique positioning spread across both the countries Though not only commercial, but a deliberately slow plot to suit the essence of the story may differ from the usual Telugu expectations as a being the first
