Web Series : D/o Prasad Rao: Kanabadutaledhu
Streaming Date : Feb 26, 2026
Streaming Platform : ZEE5
123telugu.com Rating : 2.5/5
Starring : Rajeev Kanakala, Vasanthika ,Uday Bhanu ,Gayatri Bhargavi ,Hima Bindu
Director : Krishna Poluru
Producer : K.V.Sri Ram
Music Director : Sri Ram Maddury
Cinematographer : Ram K Mahesh
Editor : Chandrashekar.G.V
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ZEE5 has now come up with a Telugu crime thriller web show titled D/o Prasad Rao: Kanabadutaledhu. The series stars Rajeev Kanakala, Udaya Bhanu, and Vasanthika in the lead roles. Let’s see how it is.
Story:
Prasad Rao (Rajeev Kanakala), belonging to Chittoor district, runs a grocery store to make a living. He has a daughter named Swathi (Vasanthika), who is the first graduate in their family. Swathi gets a job in Hyderabad, but Prasad Rao initially hesitates to send her. Upon the request of family members and relatives, he finally agrees.
Prasad Rao accompanies his daughter and helps her settle in a hostel in Hyderabad. One month after joining the job, Swathi goes missing, and the news becomes a sensation in the media. Multiple suspects make it challenging for the police to crack the mystery.
Plus Points:
With D/o Prasad Rao: Kanabadutaledhu, the makers tried to address an important issue regarding parenthood and the upbringing of a girl child. Though the message hasn’t been conveyed in the most effective way, it is good that the issue has been addressed, and the series might spark discussions about its theme.
The performances of Rajeev Kanakala, Udaya Bhanu, and Vasanthika are on point. Rajeev Kanakala is a seasoned actor who can portray any role effortlessly. Though his screen time is limited, he makes the most of it and leaves a good impact.
90s fame Vasanthika plays Rajeev Kanakala’s daughter, and she is impressive in her role. The character is a mix of innocence and confidence, and the young actress portrays it neatly. Popular anchor Udaya Bhanu impresses with her strong screen presence. There are some decent moments here and there that are somewhat interesting.
Minus Points:
The antagonist’s character initially feels fierce, but it doesn’t conclude in a compelling manner. A lot was promised in the initial segments of the show, but by the end, the character feels underdeveloped. A few more portions featuring the villain with greater depth and detail would have elevated the show overall.
Major reveals happen in the final episode, one after another, making things feel heavily rushed. Several significant developments occur all of a sudden, and hence, the show doesn’t leave the desired impact.
The investigation portions needed more spark, as they feel quite generic in nature and also lack logic in certain places. There is a dialogue where Udaya Bhanu says the culprits will slip their tongue if they are made to wait for a long time, but surprisingly, she fails to notice the same when the murderer exhibits nervous behaviour.
Technical Aspects:
Ram K Mahesh’s cinematography and Sri Ram Maddury’s background score are neat and sit well with the story. The editing is crisp, and the show mostly moves at a brisk pace. The production values are fine, too.
Director Krishna Poluru picks up a good point, but the narrative isn’t gripping enough to hold the audience’s attention throughout. Apart from a few moments, the show doesn’t work much. More care should have been taken with the investigation portions and the closure of the antagonist’s character.
Verdict:
On the whole, D/o Prasad Rao: Kanabadutaledhu is a well-intended crime thriller with a good message, but it falters in execution. The investigation sequences are not very exciting, and some crucial portions needed more depth to create a stronger impact. Rajeev Kanakala, Vasanthika, and Udaya Bhanu deliver good performances, but the underwhelming storytelling affects the overall impact.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.5/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
