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Daddy Daddy
Directed byKodi Ramakrishna
Written byL. B. Sriram (dialogues)
Screenplay byKodi Ramakrishna
Story byUsha Kiran Unit
Based onOnce More (Tamil)
Produced byRamoji Rao
StarringAkkineni Nageswara Rao
Jayasudha
Harish
Raasi
CinematographyKodi Lakshman Rao
Edited byNandamuri Haribabu
Music byVandemataram Srinivas
Production
company
Release date
  • 1 October 1998 (1998-10-01)
Running time
143 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Daddy Daddy is a 1998 Indian Telugu-language comedy film, Produced by Ramoji Rao under the Usha Kiran Movies banner and directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. It stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Jayasudha, Harish, Raasi and music composed by Vandemataram Srinivas. The film is Akkineni Nageswara Rao's 250th movie. It is a remake of the Tamil film Once More (1997).[1] The film was a box office success.[2]

Plot

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Prasad, a tycoon, oversees his time-poor father's business, who always stays abroad, which perturbs him, and he craves affection. Prasad's exclusive companion is his cousin Anji. He falls for a charming girl, Subhadra, who misconstrues him as materialistic and refuses. Apco / Appala Konda, a sly, aspires for Subhadra, widening the gap between the two. Meanwhile, Prasad's father dies in an aircraft crash, and the business is about to go bankrupt. Just before, Prasad gets a glow that his father has secured a considerable amount in a bank, but his signature is essential to acquire it. Thus, Prasad and Anji plan to pose someone as his father. Besides, Anand Rao, a multi-millionaire, lands in the city. Once for chucklesome, he disguises himself as a fruit seller. Mistaking him for a commoner, the two express their plight when Anand Rao knows that Prasad is paying the piper because of his office staff. Hence, he accepts the play, cleverly throws Prasad out of turbulence, and triumphs over his love. After a while, Anand Rao affirms the truth when Prasad seeks to be his father forever, and he embraces him. Then Anand Rao's wife Sarada, who discarded him, returns. Being aware of their past, Prasad and Subhadra decide to unite them, but clashes arise between the two as they pick each one. Exploiting it, Apco aggravates the rift and ploys to marry Subhadra. Here, Anand Rao again makes a comic play proclaiming the facts when Sarada repents. Finally, the movie ends happily with the marriage of Prasad and Subhadra.

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Soundtrack

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Daddy Daddy
Film score by
Vandemataram Srinivas
Released
  • 1998 (1998)
GenreSoundtrack
Length28:50
LabelMayuri Audio
ProducerVandemataram Srinivas
Vandemataram Srinivas chronology
Suprabhatam
(1998) 		Daddy Daddy
(1998) 		Aahaa..!
(1998)

Music composed by Vandemataram Srinivas. Music released on Mayuri Audio Company.[3]

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Dil Tho Paagal"VeturiSwarnalatha, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam5:08
2."Happygunnanu"SahithiS. P. Balasubrahmanyam4:41
3."Love Patalu"Sirivennela Sitarama SastryS. P. B. Charan, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam4:59
4."Andhamaina Guvvalu"Sirivennela Sitarama SastryK. S. Chithra, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, S. P. B Charan4:39
5."Pyaar Kardho"SahithiMalgudi Subha, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam5:15
6."Jaangri Lanti Pilla"Bhuvana ChandraMano, Swarnalatha4:08

Reception

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Andhra Online wrote "On the whole the film has a message. One aimed straight at youth not to fritter away their time and also for women not to be headstrong".[4]

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Daddy, Daddy is a poetry collection by Irish poet Paul Durcan, published in 1990 by Blackstaff Press, comprising a series of elegiac and counter-elegiac poems centered on the poet's complex relationship with his , while intertwining personal with broader political critiques of violence and oppression in Irish society. The work marks a pivotal shift in Durcan's oeuvre, fusing intimate family dynamics with through vivid, dramatic narratives. The collection's innovative style, characterized by Durcan's signature blend of humor, irony, and raw emotional depth, earned widespread acclaim upon release, with critics praising its probing exploration of fatherhood and paternal legacy as both tender and confrontational. Daddy, Daddy received the Whitbread Poetry Award in 1990, highlighting its literary impact and Durcan's status as one of Ireland's most distinctive voices in contemporary poetry. Following its success, the book contributed to Durcan's broader reputation, influencing his later works that continued to dissect personal and national identities, and it remains a key text in studies of .

Production

Development

Daddy Daddy was announced as Akkineni Nageswara Rao's 250th film, representing a major milestone in his career that encompassed over 250 roles across . The project originated as a Telugu-language of the 1997 Tamil romantic comedy Once More, directed by and starring , Vijay, and , with adaptations to align with Telugu cultural sensibilities, particularly heightened focus on familial relationships and humor. Kodi Ramakrishna was selected to direct, drawing on his prolific background in Telugu comedy-dramas such as Intlo Deyyam Nakem Bhayam (1993) and Pelli Sambandham (2000), while writer L. B. Sriram handled the screenplay to tailor the narrative for local audiences. The film was produced by Ramoji Rao under the Usha Kiran Movies banner, a production house known for mid-budget entertainers featuring veteran stars like Nageswara Rao. Pre-production activities, including script finalization and —headlined by Nageswara Rao and Harish—paved the way for to commence in early 1998, ahead of the film's release on 3 September 1998.

Filming

for Daddy Daddy commenced in 1998 and wrapped up prior to the film's release on 3 September 1998. The was handled by Kodi Lakshman, who captured the film's family-oriented settings and comedic elements using an of 1.778:1. Editing duties were performed by Nandamuri Haribabu (also credited as Hari Nandamuri), with a focus on maintaining tight pacing across the 143-minute runtime to blend humor and dramatic sequences effectively.

Cast and characters

Principal cast

stars as the comedic patriarch in Daddy Daddy, delivering a performance that showcases his versatility in during the later stages of his career. Harish portrays the protagonist who grapples with romantic entanglements and familial misunderstandings, representing a key step in his shift from to in Telugu films. Jayasudha plays the stepmother whose role anchors the emotional dynamics of the family, emphasizing her established prowess in portraying nuanced maternal figures. Raasi appears as the love interest who introduces the romantic subplot, contributing to the film's blend of humor and sentiment. This ensemble, led by veteran ANR and emerging talents like Harish, drives the central narrative of familial reconciliation and lighthearted drama.

Supporting cast

Ali and Sivaji Raja form the core of the supporting cast in Daddy Daddy, delivering performances that inject and bolster subplots through their signature humor styles. , credited in a prominent secondary role, acts as a whose antics contribute to the film's elements, enhancing the overall lighthearted tone. Sivaji Raja appears in another supporting comedic capacity, his portrayal amplifying the family chaos with exaggerated expressions and timing that heighten the ensemble dynamics. Additional minor roles, including those of business rivals and extended family members, are portrayed by actors such as and Raghunath Reddy, further enriching the comedic subplots. These characters interact with the principal cast in key scenes to drive humorous misunderstandings, ensuring the comedy remains balanced and supportive of the leads. Collectively, the supporting ensemble upholds the film's comedic genre by focusing on relational hijinks and visual gags, preventing any single element from dominating the narrative.

Plot

Summary

Daddy Daddy centers on Prasad (Harish), a young tycoon who takes over his late father's business empire following the father's death in a plane crash. Struggling with the company's impending and a need for his father's signature to access vital bank funds, Prasad yearns for familial support while developing a romance with (Raasi), a woman who initially misjudges his character due to his affluent lifestyle. Intensifying the challenges are business woes and romantic obstacles posed by the antagonist Apco, who schemes to marry and sabotages Prasad's efforts. Adding and unexpected aid is Anand Rao (), a multi-millionaire disguised as a humble seller, whose interventions help navigate the crises. Harish portrays Prasad's determined quest for stability, Raasi infuses with charm and skepticism, while brings charisma to Anand Rao's quirky persona. plays Sarada, Anand Rao's estranged wife, adding layers to the family dynamics. The film blends humor, romance, and drama, focusing on Prasad's efforts to save the family business and forge personal connections amid deception and rivalry.

Resolution and themes

The climax unfolds as Prasad, with the help of his cousin Anji, impersonates his deceased father to secure the necessary bank funds and avert , while Apco's manipulations threaten both the business and Prasad's relationship with . Anand Rao, from his disguise as a seller, orchestrates support to expose Apco's schemes and resolve the conflicts, blending with suspense. In the resolution, revelations lead to reconciliation: Prasad and overcome misunderstandings and marry, while Anand Rao discloses his identity, prompting Sarada to repent her past estrangement and neglect, reuniting their family. The household celebrates restored harmony and forgiveness, mending emotional divides. Thematically, Daddy Daddy emphasizes the strength of family bonds and paternal guidance in overcoming adversity, highlighting generational challenges in a modern context. It explores the importance of communication to dispel suspicions, as seen in Subhadra's initial doubts about Prasad, and addresses estrangement in marriages within an Indian cultural setting, promoting empathy and time spent with loved ones over stubbornness and hasty judgments. The narrative targets family audiences, underscoring messages of resilience and unity.

Soundtrack

Composition

The soundtrack for Daddy Daddy was composed by , a prominent figure in known for his melodic compositions. The lyrics were written by Veturi Sundararama Murthy, , , and . Recording sessions for the music took place in 1998, aligning with the film's production timeline leading up to its release. The soundtrack album was released by Mayuri Audio prior to the film's theatrical premiere, providing an early showcase of Srinivas's work. Running approximately 28:50 minutes, it features a collection of six songs designed to integrate seamlessly with the narrative, including romantic duets and upbeat numbers. This project marked a notable point in Vandemataram Srinivas's rising career in Telugu cinema, where he was gaining recognition for his versatile scores following earlier successes in the mid-1990s. His approach in Daddy Daddy highlighted a blend of melodic folk influences with energetic rhythms, contributing to the film's overall appeal.

Track listing

The soundtrack of Daddy Daddy consists of six songs composed by , featuring vocals from prominent playback singers of the era.
No.TitleSinger(s)DurationLyrics
1Dil Tho Paagal, 5:08Veturi Sundararama Murthy
2Happygunnaanu4:41Sahithi
3Love Paataalu, 4:59
4Pyaar Kardho, 5:15Sahithi
5Jaangri Lanti PillaMano, 4:08
6Andhamaina Guvvalu, , 4:39

Release

Theatrical release

Daddy Daddy received its theatrical release on 3 September 1998, with a rollout focused primarily on theaters in and other Telugu-speaking regions in . The film was granted a U/A certification by the , deeming it appropriate for family audiences with parental guidance for viewers under 12 years, and features a runtime of 143 minutes. Promotional efforts centered on celebrating the film as Akkineni Nageswara Rao's milestone 250th movie while underscoring its lighthearted to draw in diverse viewers. Initial screenings occurred in prominent theaters across major Telugu-speaking urban centers, establishing a strong regional presence without immediate dubbed versions in other languages.

Home media and distribution

Following its theatrical run, Daddy Daddy became available for home viewing through various channels in the years after its release. The film's soundtrack was released by Mayuri Audio, contributing to ancillary revenue streams from rights licensing and sales. The movie received television broadcasts on Telugu channels, including , which helped facilitate repeat viewings among audiences. As of 2025, the full film is accessible for streaming on via the official ETV Cinema channel, providing free availability to global viewers, particularly in communities.

Reception

Critical response

Upon its release, Daddy Daddy garnered from critics and audiences for its light-hearted take on family dynamics and . An archived from Andhra Online praised the film's strong message and Akkineni Nageswara Rao's (ANR) splendid performance as a veteran actor, noting its success in and contribution to the careers of its cast, including Raasi. The comedy timing, particularly in scenes involving supporting actors like and Harish, was commended for providing engaging , while the music by added to its appeal. Some aspects of the plot were noted as following a familiar formula, though strong performances elevated it. It is a of the 1997 Tamil film Once More. On IMDb, the holds a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 17 votes (as of November 2025), reflecting its value as a family-oriented suitable for light viewing. Archival reviews from 1998 Telugu publications, such as Zamin Ryot, highlighted the film's appeal through its elements and ANR's veteran presence, positioning it as an accessible entertainer.

Commercial performance

Daddy Daddy was a success, propelled by the immense star power of in his 250th film, which drew significant audiences to theaters across . The comedy opened strongly and maintained steady performance, solidifying its status as a profitable venture for producer and enhancing the banner's reputation for delivering family entertainers during that era. Relative to other Kodi Ramakrishna-directed comedies, such as the blockbuster Ammoru (1995), Daddy Daddy generated respectable returns through consistent attendance. Its enduring appeal extended beyond initial release, with re-runs in select theaters and home media distribution providing additional revenue streams into the 2000s.
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