Isakapatnam trailer: Samuthirakani, Aishwarya Rajesh to clash in a tale of greed and power; Stream from July 2
Hyderabad, June 15
Samuthirakani and Aishwarya Rajesh starrer thriller series 'Isakapatnam' trailer is finally out, offering a glimpse into the clash between father and daughter over ideologies.
Set in a fictional port town marred by power struggles, family feuds, gangster warfare, and political tussles, the seven-episode thriller series is produced by Rahul Tamada and Saideep Reddy Borra under the banner of Tamada Media Productions
Headlined by Samuthirakani and Aishwarya Rajesh, the series boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Sunil, Naresh Agastya, Merin Philip, Sudhakar Komakula, Rajeev Kanakala, Mime Gopi, Rohini, Banerjee, Jwala Koti, Ravi Varma, and Raja Chembolu in pivotal roles.
With a duration of over two minutes, the 'Isakapatnam' trailer begins with Samuthirakani's introduction as a man who rules the Isakapatnam port and is hungry for more power. Whereas his daughter Aishwarya Rajesh's loyalty towards social justice appeared to create problems between the father-daughter duo.
The story soon turns into a tale of greed and ambition, embedded with numerous twists and turns with violent consequences.
The series will stream on Prime Video on July 2. The streaming platform shared the trailer on its Instagram handle.
Samuthirakani praised the storytelling of the series and his on-screen character. "What immediately drew me to the series was the strength of its storytelling and the complexity of my character, Naidu. Beyond the action and drama, the narrative delves into themes of greed, revenge, and ambition and how they can drive people to make life-altering decisions. I'm grateful to have been part of this journey and look forward to audiences experiencing the series and seeing me in a role unlike any I've played before," as quoted in a press note.
Aishwarya Rajesh said, "Portraying Bharati was both challenging and deeply rewarding. What appealed to me was her resilience, complexity, and the strength with which she navigates a world shaped by power and conflict. She is a woman with immense agency and conviction, refusing to be defined by her circumstances while embracing both vulnerability and courage. That balance is what makes her feel so authentic, and I'm excited for audiences to experience her journey," as quoted in a press note.
Isakapatnam will be available in Telugu along with dubs in Tamil and Hindi on Prime Video.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Aishwarya Rajesh is such an underrated talent! She always picks roles with strong female characters. This portrayal of Bharati - a woman navigating a world of power and conflict with vulnerability and courage - sounds like exactly the kind of content we need more of. Can't wait to see her shine! ✨
Honestly, the OTT boom has been amazing for regional cinema. A seven-episode thriller with a stellar cast including Sunil, Mime Gopi, and Rohini - this is going to be intense! Just hope the dubbing in Hindi and Tamil is done well, sometimes the lip-sync issues ruin the experience.
Samuthirakani saying this role is "unlike anything he's played before" - that's a bold claim from a veteran actor. The man has tremendous range, from his intense roles in films like 'Sundarapandian' to the comedic ones. If anyone can pull off a complex villain with layers, it's him. Subscribed! 👍
The theme of a father-daughter clash over ideologies is so relatable in our society. So many families face this divide between traditional power structures and the younger generation's sense of justice. Hope the series handles it with nuance and doesn't just make it another masala entertainer. Fingers crossed! 🤞
Loving the diversity in storytelling from South India! From 'Rana Naidu' to 'Dahaad' and now 'Isakapatnam' - Telugu OTT content is really stepping up. The trailer's dark tone and the mention of
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