Kudi Yedamaithe
Kudi Yedamaithe is a 2021 Indian Telugu-language science fiction thriller web series created by Ram Vignesh and directed by Pawan Kumar. It is produced by People Media Factory for Aha. The eight-episode series features Amala Paul and Rahul Vijay in lead roles. The title is inspired by song of the same name from the 1953 film Devadasu. It premiered on Aha on 16 July 2021.
Synopsis
Durga, a police officer, and Adhi, a delivery boy, find themselves in a time loop and relive a day's incidents. When they try to break the cycle they end up with new problems. Their attempts to get out of the time loop form the crux of the story.Cast
Production
In an interview to The Hindu, director Pawan Kumar told that he was approached by Aha through B. V. Nandini Reddy and said "I liked the story and how certain events repeat themselves on a time loop."Episodes
Reception
Siby Jeyya of India Herald wrote that "Just watch this 'Kudi Yedamaithe' if you are a big fan of the thriller genre with unpredictable twists!" Praising the story-line, Janani K of India Today stated that "Kudi Yedaimaithe is a great attempt at simplifying a high-concept sci-fi thriller. It could have been perfect if Pawan Kumar had worked on the pacing and the backstory." The Times of IndiaIn contrast, a critic from Pinkvilla gave a rating of 2.5 out of 5 and added that "The narration doesn't give the audience a thorough grip on the turn of events" and praised the cinematography and music.