Sahasra (film)

Sahasra
Sahasra
	First Look Poster
Directed by	Sai Srujan Pelluri
Written by	Sai Srujan Pelluri
Screenplay by	Sai Srujan Pelluri
Produced by	Dark Horse Productions
Starring	Sravanthi Prattipati; Raghavendra Bali;
Cinematography	Rahul Biruly
Music by	Sinjith Yerramilli
Release date	2024;
Running time	34 minutes 17 seconds
Language	Telugu
Budget	US$20,000

Sahasra is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language sci-fi thriller short film written and directed by Sai Srujan Pelluri.^[1] It was produced by Kumar K, Ashwin Madanapalli starring Sravanthi Prattipati.The film has garnered significant international acclaim, winning multiple awards and earning recognition at prestigious global Film Festivals. Combining elements of science fiction and human emotion, Sahasra has established itself as a noteworthy contribution to Telugu Cinema.

Plot

Amidst the quest to unlock the secrets of time, Sahasra, a determined PhD student, finds herself entrapped in a deadly time loop orchestrated by her dishonest mentor. As she battles to break free, she uncovers profound truths from her past and unexpected allies from her future.

Production

Sahasra (short film) is Srujan's 8th Short Film, First in the United States. It was with a production budget of 20000 USD. The film was shot in 5 days in and around Austin,Texas.

Reception

Jury members from various film festivals have praised Sahasra for its unique narrative that blends science fiction with deep emotional themes. The film’s lead, Sravanthi Prattipati, was commended for her powerful portrayal of Sahasra, while the cinematography by Rahul Biruly and the score by Sinjith Yerramilli added to the film's immersive quality. The screenplay has been highlighted for its ability to keep audiences engaged with its suspenseful and heartfelt moments.

Accolades

Official selections and awards

Festival/event	Category	Result	Location	Country
Hollywood Blvd Film Festival	Best Foreign Short^[2]	Won ^[3]	Los Angeles	United States
Tamizhagam International Film Festival	Best Thriller Short	Won	Tamil Nadu	India
Vishaka International Film Festival^[4]	Best Independent Short	Won	Vizag	India
American Golden Picture International Film Festival	Best Fiction Short	Honorable Mention^[5]	Florida	United States
Indian Independent Film Festival	Best Short Film	Honorable Mention^[6]^[7]	Kolkota	India
Rameshwaram International Film Festival	International Competition Short Films	Won	Tamil Nadu	India
Vegas Movie Awards	Best Narrative Short Best Thriller Short	Won^[8]	Las Vegas	United States
Independent Short Awards^[9]	Best Sci-Fi Short Best Male Director	Won ^[10]^[11]	Los Angeles	United States
Chandler International Film Festival	Suspense/Thriller Short Film	Nominated^[12]	Arizona	United States
Rohip International Film Festival	Best International Short Film	Honorable Mention	Tamil Nadu	India
Kollywood International Film Festival	Best Womens Short Film	Won	Tamil Nadu	India
Beverly Hills Film Festival	Best Short Subject	Submitted	Los Angeles	United States
Madras Independent Film Festival	Best Short Film	Finalist	Tamil Nadu	India
Humro Cinema Film Fest	Best Short Film	Won	Pokhara	Nepal
Cooper Awards	Best Sci-Fi Short Best Director Best Actress	Selected		Ukraine
Seattle International Film Festival (Oscar Qualifying)	Best Short	Submitted	Seattle	United States
Indian Panorama International Film Festival	Best Short	Official Selection^[13]	Mumbai	India
Kookai International Film Festival	Best Short	Official Selection	Kerala	India

Soundtrack

The music is composed by Sinjith Yerramilli, Kittu Vissapragada penned the lyrics and song was sung by Manisha Eerabathini.

Track listing
No.	Title	Lyrics	Singer(s)	Length
1.	"Udayale Piliche Velalo"	Kittu Vissapragada	Manisha Eerabathini	4:01
Total length:				4:01

Legacy

Sahasra represents a milestone in Telugu short filmmaking, marking the global presence of the industry. Its international recognition and awards have inspired discussions about expanding the narrative into a feature-length film.

References

^ "Making Short Films with Large Hits – Sai Srujan Pelluri". thehindu.com. 17 February 2013. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
^ "'Sahasra' to Be Screened at Hollywood Boulevard Film Festival". vijayachitra.com. 22 November 2024.
^ "Best Foreign Short- SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". hollywoodblvdfilmfestival.com. 10 December 2024.
^ "Visakha International Film Festival to be organised on December 29". thehindu.com. Retrieved 22 October 2024.
^ "Best Fiction Short Honorable mention – Sahasra by Sai Srujan Pelluri". AmericalGoldenPictureiff.com. 24 November 2024.
^ "Best Short Film Honorable mention- SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri" (PDF). indianindependentfilmfestival.com. 9 December 2024.
^ "Best Short Film Honorable mention- SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". indianindependentfilmfestival.com. 9 December 2024.
^ "Best Narrative Short – SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". Vegasmovieawards.com. 9 December 2024.
^ "SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". independentshortsawards.com. 28 November 2024. Retrieved 28 November 2024.
^ "Best SCI-FI Short SAHASRA". independentshortsawards.com. 15 December 2024.
^ "Best Male Director Sai Srujan Pelluri". independentshortsawards.com. 15 December 2024.
^ "Chandler Intertaional Film Festival Schedule". chandlerfilmfestioval.com. 15 December 2024.
^ "Official Selection - SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri" (PDF). indianpanoramainternationalfilmfestival.com. 9 January 2025.

External links

[1] "Making Short Films with Large Hits – Sai Srujan Pelluri". thehindu.com. 17 February 2013. Retrieved 1 December 2024.

[2] "'Sahasra' to Be Screened at Hollywood Boulevard Film Festival". vijayachitra.com. 22 November 2024.

[3] "Best Foreign Short- SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". hollywoodblvdfilmfestival.com. 10 December 2024.

[Second_Vishaka_International_Film_Festival-4] "Visakha International Film Festival to be organised on December 29". thehindu.com. Retrieved 22 October 2024.

[5] "Best Fiction Short Honorable mention – Sahasra by Sai Srujan Pelluri". AmericalGoldenPictureiff.com. 24 November 2024.

[6] "Best Short Film Honorable mention- SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri" (PDF). indianindependentfilmfestival.com. 9 December 2024.

[7] "Best Short Film Honorable mention- SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". indianindependentfilmfestival.com. 9 December 2024.

[8] "Best Narrative Short – SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". Vegasmovieawards.com. 9 December 2024.

[9] "SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri". independentshortsawards.com. 28 November 2024. Retrieved 28 November 2024.

[10] "Best SCI-FI Short SAHASRA". independentshortsawards.com. 15 December 2024.

[11] "Best Male Director Sai Srujan Pelluri". independentshortsawards.com. 15 December 2024.

[12] "Chandler Intertaional Film Festival Schedule". chandlerfilmfestioval.com. 15 December 2024.

[13] "Official Selection - SAHASRA by Sai Srujan Pelluri" (PDF). indianpanoramainternationalfilmfestival.com. 9 January 2025.

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