Top 5 sleeper hits of 2023 in Telugu cinema and here's where you can stream them on OTT
The year 2023 has been a special one for Telugu cinema. Here's a look at the top five sleeper hits of 2023 and where can they be streamed on OTT
Sleeper hits of Telugu cinema in 2023
Last Updated: 12.52 PM, Dec 23, 2023
The year 2023 has been a special year for Telugu cinema, as several content-rich films were made and a few actors saw overnight stardom. There are also a few films that shocked the audience with their content. Here's a look at the top five sleeper hits of 2023 and where they can be streamed on OTT:
Writer Padmabhushan
Release date: February 3, 2023
OTT platform: ZEE5
Writer Padmabhushan was a very low-budget family drama that impressed everyone with its trailers. Featuring YouTube sensation Suhas in a lead role, the film took off with a positive word of mouth. Made on a budget of less than four crores, the film made Rs 15 crore in its final run and can now be streamed on ZEE5.
Balagam
Release date: March 2, 2023
OTT platform: Amazon Prime Video
Not many knew that a film like Balagam was even released in theatres. How producer Dil Raju promoted the film post-release turned things around big time. Directed by actor-turned-director Venu Yeldnadi, Balagam has won over 100 international awards to date. Made on a budget of just Rs 3 crore, the film made Rs 27 crore and can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.
Samajavaragamana
Release date: June 29, 2023
OTT platform: Aha
Actor Sree Vishnu was giving back-to-back flops. So, his latest film, Samajavaragamana had a very low-key release. But as word of mouth spread, this comedy caper became the talk of the town. Made on a budget of under Rs 10 crore, Samajavaragamana made Rs 50 crore and can now be streamed on Aha.
Mad
Release date: October 6, 2023
OTT platform: Netflix
Mad marks the debut of Jr NTR's brother-in-law in films. The college drama was made on a very low budget and was filled with adult content and sleazy comedy. However, the film attracted its target and ended as a massive success for the producers, Trivirakm and Naga Vamsi. Mad is now streaming on Netflix.
Maa Oori Polimera 2
Release date: November 3, 2023
OTT platform: Aha
Satyam Rahesh's Maa Oori Polimera 2 was the sequel to the OTT release Polimera. Directed by Anil Vishwanath, this dark thriller has no stars as part of the cast. But as the narration was good and the thrills were superb, the film made heads turn at the box office and made Rs 23 crore. It can now be streamed on Aha.