Prasanna Vadanam

• • Prasanna Vadanam** is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language crime thriller film directed by Arjun Y. K., produced by Little Thoughts Cinemas. The movie stars Suhas as Surya, Payal Radhakrishna as Aadhya, Rashi Singh as ACP Vaidehi, and includes Harsha Chemudu as Vignesh among others. The film's music was composed by Vijai Bulganin, cinematography by S. Chandrasekaran, and editing by Karthika Srinivas.

The plot follows Surya, who after a car accident that kills his parents and leaves his friend Vignesh injured, develops phonagnosia and prosopagnosia (face blindness). Years later, he witnesses a murder but cannot identify the killer due to his condition. The story explores his efforts to bring justice to the victim.

• • Prasanna Vadanam** was released theatrically on 3 May 2024 and streamed digitally by Aha from 24 May 2024. Reviews were mixed, with BH Harsh of *The New Indian Express* awarding it 3.5 stars, praising its unique plot but suggesting tighter editing. *The Times of India* also gave it 3.5 stars, noting the compelling narrative but criticizing pacing issues. Anna Yashwanth of *Deccan Chronicle* rated it 2.75 stars, highlighting its psychological depth and thriller elements.