Double iSmart" is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language science fiction action film directed by Puri Jagannadh, who co-produced the film with Charmy Kaur under the banner Puri Connects. Serving as a spiritual sequel to the 2019 film "iSmart Shankar", the movie stars Ram Pothineni reprising his role as Shankar, alongside Sanjay Dutt (marking his Telugu debut) as Big Bull, with Kavya Thapar, Ali, Sayaji Shinde, and Bani J in supporting roles. The film combines elements of science fiction and high-octane action, delivering a narrative that explores themes of memory transfer and the quest for immortality.
Plot Summary:
The story centers on Big Bull (played by Sanjay Dutt), a notorious assassin diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor. In a desperate bid to achieve immortality, he employs a rogue scientist to transfer his consciousness into another body. The chosen vessel is Ustaad iSmart Shankar (played by Ram Pothineni), a street-smart renegade who previously underwent a memory transfer, making him uniquely suited for this experiment. The film unfolds as a gripping tale of survival, identity, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding advanced scientific procedures.
Cast:
Ram Pothineni as Ustaad iSmart Shankar
Sanjay Dutt as Big Bull
Kavya Thapar in a pivotal role
Ali in a supporting role
Sayaji Shinde in a supporting role
Bani J in a supporting role
Production Details:
Director: Puri Jagannadh
Producers: Puri Jagannadh, Charmy Kaur
Music Composer: Mani Sharma
Cinematographers: Shyam K. Naidu, Gianni Giannelli
Editor: Karthika Srinivas
Production Studio: Puri Connects
Release and Reception:
"Double iSmart" was released theatrically on August 15, 2024, coinciding with Indian Independence Day. Despite the anticipation, the film received predominantly negative reviews from critics, who cited issues with the screenplay and overall execution. At the box office, it underperformed, grossing approximately ₹17 crore within ten days against a production budget of ₹90 crore, leading to its classification as a box-office bomb.
Soundtrack:
The film's music was composed by Mani Sharma, featuring singles such as "SteppaMaar," "Maar Muntha Chod Chinta," and "Kya Lafda," which garnered attention for their energetic compositions.
Availability:
"Double iSmart" is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. You can watch it here.
Trailer:
Watch the official teaser here:
Double iSmart - Official Teaser
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