Life stories are a collection of 6 stories 11 Characters and 1 Life that deal with diverse themes like friendship, happiness, companionship, loneliness, and, pure love. The central theme of this film revolves around a software employee who becomes involved in the following five stories. "Lifestories" revolves around intimate narratives that unfold key moments in the lives of different characters. Each segment or episode presents a self-contained story, often based on real events or inspired by true struggles. The film's power lies in connecting the audience to these stories, emphasizing the human experience, personal growth, and the profound impact of events like illness, trauma, love, or loss.
Under the sponsorship of Akzan Entertainment and Planet Green Studios, the film is produced by MM Vijaya Jyothi and directed by Ujjwal Kashyap. Raju Gollapalli, Lakshmi Sunkara, Devyani Sharma, Vivan Jain, Satya Kethenidi, and Shalini Kondepudi played important roles in the film.
For every six stories, there are six names. The Cab Chronicles' first narrative. A software employee is in the taxi and observes the driver conversing with the software employee while there is a little library kept in the vehicle. The second narrative takes place in the wild. wives reside a long way from their places of employment. Shalini Kondepudi, the wife, is assigned full-time job if they decide to meet on New Year's Day. And the spouses cross paths. The third tale is particularly interesting. Mangamma, an old guy, owns a modest tea kiosk on the road outside the village. She takes a good puppy to the tea shop one day, where she leaves it in the car. How Mangamma and the dog grew close, and how the dog's arrival altered Mangamma's life.
The story's fourth, a single mother(Deviyani Sharma) neglects her son because of her career. The child is sent to school by the housemaid, who keeps an eye on everything. The youngster is in pain. And how the youngster got to be happy, and why the child's single mother does not give a damn. The fifth narrative. A senior couple meets a buddy from college in a resort where they are having a New Year's celebration, and the woman develops a romantic relationship with the friend's wife. The sixth narrative. What does a senior software professional do with his lover's hand when they arrange to spend New Year's Day together? The way the six stories were initially presented separately and then merged must be viewed on screen.
In anthology films like "Lifestories," direction plays a crucial role in balancing diverse stories while keeping the tone consistent. The cinematography typically complements the emotional depth of the stories, using simple yet evocative visuals. The camera work often focuses on intimate, close-up shots, capturing subtle expressions and emotions.
The hallmark of a film like "Lifestories" is its emotional pull. Each story offers a poignant reflection on life’s ups and downs, often evoking empathy from the audience. It’s the kind of film that stays with you long after the credits roll because of its raw, human-centered storytelling.
This is a movie that most people who watch anthology films would enjoy. Visually, nonetheless, it appears to be an independent movie. In the movie, the majority of the characters speak Hindi and English. All of them speak Hindi or English, with a few exceptions. It is tough to connect with the Telugu audience with this language problem.
All the other actors have done justice to their roles. Performances of the actors like Devyani Sharma plays the role of a single mother in the film. Pradeep Raparthi plays the role of the husband of the senior couple. Satya, Mohan Rao, Raju Gollapalli, Santhosh, Shalini Kondepudi, Gautham and Rajasekhar.
"Lifestories" is a reflective, thought-provoking watch that appeals to those who appreciate character-driven narratives and stories that explore the human condition. It offers deep insights into life, making it a fulfilling cinematic experience for those who enjoy meaningful and authentic storytelling.
