{{short description|2021 film directed by Ramesh Raparthi}} {{Use dmy dates|date=May 2021}} {{Use Indian English|date=May 2021}} {{Infobox film | image = Thank You Brother.jpg | caption = Release poster | director = Ramesh Raparthi | producer = Magunta Sarath Chandra Reddy<br/>Tharaknath Bommi Reddy | screenplay = | story = | based_on = | starring = Anasuya Bharadwaj<br/>Viraj Ashwin | narrator = | music = Guna Balasubramanian | cinematography = Suresh Ragutu | editing = Nav cuts | studio = Just Ordinary Entertainment | distributor = Aha | released = {{Film date|2021|5|7|ref1=<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.eenadu.net/cinema/newsarticle/anasuya-bharadwaj-thank-you-brother%E2%80%8B-telugu-movie-review/0203/121093612|title=Thank You Brother review:రివ్యూ: థ్యాంక్ యు బ్రదర్! - anasuya bharadwaj thank you brother telugu movie review|access-date=9 May 2021|archive-date=8 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210508235854/https://www.eenadu.net/cinema/newsarticle/anasuya-bharadwaj-thank-you-brother%E2%80%8B-telugu-movie-review/0203/121093612|url-status=live}}</ref>|df=y}} | runtime = 94 minutes | country = India | language = Telugu | budget = }} '''''Thank You Brother''''' is a 2021 Indian Telugu-language thriller film written and directed by Ramesh Raparthi.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Anasuyas next is Thank You Brother|url=http://www.cinemapolitics.com/english/anasuyas-next-is-thank-you-brother-23061|access-date=2021-05-09|website=Cinema Politics|language=en}}</ref> Produced by Magunta Sarath Chandra Reddy and Tharaknath Bommi Reddy, the film stars Anasuya Bharadwaj and Viraj Ashwin in primary roles.{{Citation needed|date=April 2026}} The film premiered on Aha on 7 May 2021.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Anasuya Bharadwaj's Thank You Brother to release directly on OTT|url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/stories/news/2021/apr/26/anasuya-bharadwajs-thank-you-brother-to-release-directly-on-ott-24174.html|access-date=2021-05-09|website=Cinema Express|date=26 April 2021 |language=en|archive-date=10 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210510142852/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/stories/news/2021/apr/26/anasuya-bharadwajs-thank-you-brother-to-release-directly-on-ott-24174.html|url-status=live}}</ref> Music of the film was composed by Guna Balasubramanian. The film is an official remake of the 2019 Nigerian film ''Elevator Baby''.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2021-05-11 |title=Niyi Akinmolayan - Tweet 1 |url=https://twitter.com/niyiakinmolayan/status/1392034627875966982 |access-date=2022-05-23 |website=Twitter |language=en |archive-date=23 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220523073311/https://twitter.com/niyiakinmolayan/status/1392034627875966982 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-05-11 |title=Niyi Akinmolayan - Tweet 2 |url=https://twitter.com/niyiakinmolayan/status/1392038751082360833 |access-date=2022-05-23 |website=Twitter |language=en |archive-date=23 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220523080728/https://twitter.com/niyiakinmolayan/status/1392038751082360833 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Oladeinde |first=Tosin |date=2021-05-16 |title=Nollywood's 'Elevator Baby' gets a Bollywood remake |url=https://allnewsng.com/nollywoods-elevator-baby-gets-a-bollywood-remake/ |access-date=2022-05-23 |website=All News Nigeria |language=en-US |archive-date=21 June 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210621011406/https://allnewsng.com/nollywoods-elevator-baby-gets-a-bollywood-remake/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
== Plot == The narrative unfolds with the lives of two distinct individuals, Priya and Abhi, who become entangled by the threads of fate and circumstance. Priya, a resilient pregnant widow, navigates the challenges of loss following her husband Surya's tragic demise in a factory accident. Meanwhile, Abhi, a young man engrossed in a reckless lifestyle, faces the consequences of his irresponsible actions when his mother cuts off his finances due to his extravagant and careless behaviour.
Abhi's pursuit of employment in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic adds a layer of difficulty to his character, showcasing the harsh realities of unemployment. The narrative takes an unexpected turn when Priya and Abhi, seemingly worlds apart, are trapped in a malfunctioning elevator that crashes down to the basement.
Isolated from the outside world, Abhi's attempts to seek help from his friends are met with rejection due to their prior argument. The news of their predicament spreads throughout the apartment complex, prompting the community to unite in a collaborative effort to rescue Priya and Abhi. As tensions rise, Priya goes into labour, intensifying the urgency of escape from their situation.
In a surprising twist, Abhi's estranged father, Dr. Prem, a respected gynaecologist in the community, steps in to assist in the birth. The shared experience of impending parenthood and the struggle for survival forge an unexpected bond between Priya and Abhi. A pivotal moment occurs when an electrician, a crucial figure in the unfolding drama, manages to repair the elevator.
In the aftermath of this harrowing ordeal, Priya gives birth to a baby girl, symbolising hope and new beginnings. The community witnesses Abhi's transformation during this life-altering experience, accepting him as a changed man.
== Cast == {{cast listing| * Anasuya Bharadwaj as Priya * Viraj Ashwin as Abhi * Mounika Reddy as Sameera * Anish Kuruvilla as Dr. Prem * Harsha Chemudu as Chiku * Annapoorna * Archana Ananth as Bhanu * Aadarsh Balakrishna as Surya * Kadambari Kiran * Viva Raghav * Sajiv Pasala }}
== Production == Viraj Ashwin and debutant Mounika Reddy were cast for main roles in the film. Filming was done in late 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Bureau|first=ABP News|date=2020-12-24|title=Mahesh Babu Launches Motion Poster Of Upcoming Telugu Movie 'Thank You Brother!'|url=https://news.abplive.com/entertainment/mahesh-babu-launches-motion-poster-of-upcoming-telugu-movie-thank-you-brother-1419878|access-date=2021-05-09|website=news.abplive.com|language=en|archive-date=10 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210510142913/https://news.abplive.com/entertainment/mahesh-babu-launches-motion-poster-of-upcoming-telugu-movie-thank-you-brother-1419878|url-status=live}}</ref> A promotional poster was released in November 2020, revealing the title of the film.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Hymavathi|first=Ravali|date=2020-11-27|title=Anasuya Flaunts Her Baby Bump In The First Look Poster Of 'Thank You Brother' Movie|url=https://www.thehansindia.com/cinema/tollywood/anasuya-flaunts-her-baby-bump-in-the-first-look-poster-of-thank-you-brother-movie-658805|access-date=2021-05-09|website=www.thehansindia.com|language=en|archive-date=9 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210509062635/https://www.thehansindia.com/cinema/tollywood/anasuya-flaunts-her-baby-bump-in-the-first-look-poster-of-thank-you-brother-movie-658805|url-status=live}}</ref>
== Soundtrack == The lyrical version of the first single "The Soul of Thank You Brother" was released on 28 April 2021 on Aditya Music label.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Codingest|title=ఆకట్టుకున్న 'ది సోల్ ఆఫ్ థ్యాంక్ యూ బ్రదర్'|url=http://www.ntvtelugu.com/post/the-soul-of-thank-you-brother-lyrical-video-out|access-date=2021-05-09|website=NTV Telugu|date=29 April 2021|language=en|archive-date=13 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210513155427/https://www.ntvtelugu.com/post/the-soul-of-thank-you-brother-lyrical-video-out|url-status=dead}}</ref>{{Track listing | all_writing = | title9 = | lyrics4 = | extra4 = | extra1 = Shakthi Shree Gopalan, Guna Balasubramanian | lyrics3 = | lyrics2 = | extra2 = | lyrics1 = Lakshmi Priyanka | extra3 = | extra_column = Singer(s) | all_music = Guna Balasubramanian | total_length = | length10 = | title10 = | length9 = | length8 = | title1 = The Soul of Thank You Brother | title8 = | length7 = | title7 = | length6 = | title6 = | length5 = | title5 = | length4 = | title4 = | length3 = | title3 = | length2 = | title2 = | length1 = 3:51 | headline = Telugu (OST) }}
== Marketing and release == The film was originally scheduled for a theatrical release on 30 April 2021.<ref>{{Cite news|title=Anasuya Bharadwaj's Thank You Brother to hit theaters on April 30 - Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/anasuya-bharadwajs-thank-you-brother-to-hit-theaters-on-april-30/articleshow/82119565.cms|access-date=2021-05-09|website=The Times of India|language=en|archive-date=6 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210506101300/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/anasuya-bharadwajs-thank-you-brother-to-hit-theaters-on-april-30/articleshow/82119565.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the film was scheduled to release on Aha on 7 May 2021.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-04-26|title=Anasuya's Thank You Brother OTT Release Date Confirmed, Check Details|url=https://english.sakshi.com/news/entertainment/anasuyas-thank-you-brother-ott-release-date-confirmed-check-details-134202|access-date=2021-05-09|website=Sakshi Post|language=en}}</ref>
== Reception == The film received mixed reviews from critics. Sravan Vanaparthy of ''The Times of India'' wrote that "there are more misses than hits and as a viewer, you're left yearning for more."<ref>{{Citation|title=Thank You Brother Movie Review: This suspense drama is let down by its predictability|newspaper=The Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movie-reviews/thank-you-brother/movie-review/82435028.cms|access-date=2021-05-09|archive-date=10 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210510163031/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movie-reviews/thank-you-brother/movie-review/82435028.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> Another critic of ''Cinema'' ''Express'' quoted "''Thank You Brother'' is a better drama than a thriller."<ref>{{Cite web|title=Thank You Brother Movie Review: A mediocre thriller, even so a watchable drama|url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/reviews/telugu/2021/may/07/thank-you-brother-movie-review-a-watchable-drama-but-a-forgettable-thriller-24361.html|access-date=2021-05-09|website=Cinema Express|date=7 May 2021 |language=en|archive-date=9 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210509062633/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/reviews/telugu/2021/may/07/thank-you-brother-movie-review-a-watchable-drama-but-a-forgettable-thriller-24361.html|url-status=live}}</ref> A reviewer of ''India Today'' rated the film 2 out of 5 and stated that the film is yet another OTT film that is cliched and predictable and also said that the film's story does not offer anything new.<ref>{{Cite magazine|author=Janani K.|date=May 7, 2021|title=Thank You Brother Movie Review: Anasuya Bharadwaj and Viraj's suspense drama is bagful of cliches|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/thank-you-brother-movie-review-anasuya-bharadwaj-viraj-ashwin-1799803-2021-05-07|access-date=2021-05-09|magazine=India Today|language=en|archive-date=2 February 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220202162205/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/thank-you-brother-movie-review-anasuya-bharadwaj-viraj-ashwin-1799803-2021-05-07|url-status=live}}</ref>
''The Hindu''<nowiki/>'s Sangeetha Devi Dundoo wrote, "Despite the predictability of how things will unravel, I kept watching in the hope that Priya is safe and Abhi rises to the occasion and helps her," and compared the film with the 2019 Nigerian film ''Elevator Baby''.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Dundoo|first=Sangeetha Devi|date=2021-05-07|title='Thank You Brother' movie review: Anasuya Bharadwaj impresses in an otherwise predictable drama|language=en-IN|work=The Hindu|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/reviews/thank-you-brother-review-anasuya-bharadwaj-impresses-in-an-otherwise-boring-and-predictable-drama/article34505621.ece|access-date=2021-05-09|issn=0971-751X|archive-date=8 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210508113215/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/reviews/thank-you-brother-review-anasuya-bharadwaj-impresses-in-an-otherwise-boring-and-predictable-drama/article34505621.ece|url-status=live}}</ref>
== References == <references />
== External links == * {{IMDb title|id=13262002|title=Thank You Brother!|description=(2021)}} * [https://www.aha.video/movies/thank-you-brother ''Thank You Brother''] on Aha
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