MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi (2018)
DirectorUpendra Madhav
StarringNandamuri Kalyanram, Kajal Aggarwal, Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore
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Best for: Fans of Telugu action dramas and Nandamuri Kalyanram who enjoy a mix of politics, comedy, and romance.
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MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi story (no spoilers)
MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi is a Telugu action drama released on 23 March 2018. The story follows a young man who decides to contest in his village elections to defeat a corrupt politician. His main motivation is to impress his girlfriend's father and marry her. As he gets deeper into the election battle, he begins to realize that life has something else in store for him. The film mixes action and drama, with the tagline 'A boy with good qualities' hinting at the protagonist's journey. Directed by Upendra Madhav and starring Nandamuri Kalyanram and Kajal Aggarwal, the movie runs for 129 minutes and carries a UA certificate. The tone is a blend of commercial action and emotional drama, typical of Telugu cinema, with Brahmanandam and Vennela Kishore providing comic relief.
Should you watch MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi?
Watch it for
- Nandamuri Kalyanram and Kajal Aggarwal lead the cast in this Telugu action drama.
- Directed by Upendra Madhav, the film blends village election politics with personal ambition.
- Comedy from Brahmanandam and Vennela Kishore adds lighter moments to the action-drama mix.
- A crisp 129-minute runtime keeps the story moving without unnecessary detours.
Skip it if
- You prefer films without election-related plots or village settings.
- You are not a fan of the commercial Telugu action-drama format.
- You want a story focused solely on romance rather than a hero's political journey.
MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi cast
Nandamuri Kalyanram
Kajal Aggarwal
Brahmanandam
Vennela Kishore
Manali Rathod
Lasya Manjunath
Ajay
Prudhviraj
Shivaji Raja
Ravi Kishan
Jayaprakash Reddy
Posani Krishna MuraliMLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi movie details
| Director | Upendra Madhav |
|---|---|
| Writer | Upendra Madhav, Adhi Narayana |
| Music | Mani Sharma |
| Cinematography | Prasad Murella |
| Release date | 23 March 2018 |
| Runtime | 2h 9m (129 minutes) |
| Original language | Telugu |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Telugu |
| Original title | ఎమ్ఎల్ఏ - మంచి లక్షణాలున్న అబ్బాయి |
| Certificate (India) | UA |
Parental guide: is MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi family friendly?
The UA certificate suggests moderate action and some mature themes; this is a general guide. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi official trailer
Our verdict
MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi is a straightforward Telugu action drama that mixes election-time conflict with a love story. Kalyanram and Kajal Aggarwal anchor the film, while Brahmanandam and Vennela Kishore handle the comedy. At 129 minutes, it doesn't overstay its welcome, but it sticks to familiar commercial beats.
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Where can I watch MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi online in India?
The film is available for subscription streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Sun Nxt, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
When was MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi released?
It was released in India on 23 March 2018.
Who are the lead actors in MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi?
The cast includes Nandamuri Kalyanram and Kajal Aggarwal, along with Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore, Manali Rathod, Lasya Manjunath, Ajay, and Prudhviraj.
What is the runtime and certificate of MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi?
The film runs for 129 minutes and has a UA certificate in India.
Who directed MLA - Manchi Lakshanalunna Abbayi?
The director is Upendra Madhav.
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