Elluvochi Godaramma
"Elluvochi Godaramma" | |
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Single by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and P. Susheela | |
from the album Gaddalakonda Ganesh | |
Language | Telugu |
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Recorded | 2019 |
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Genre | |
Length | 3:27 |
Label | Saregama |
Composer(s) | K. Chakravarthy |
Lyricist(s) | Veturi Sundararama Murthy |
Producer(s) | K. Chakravarthy |
Music video | |
"Elluvochi Godaramma" on YouTube |
"Elluvochi Godaramma" is an Indian Telugu-language song from the film Gaddalakonda Ganesh. The song was a remake of the original "Yeluvachhi" from the film Devatha.[1] It is recreated by Mickey J. Meyer in the voice of S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and P. Susheela.[2] The song features Varun Tej and Pooja Hegde.[3] The song's lyrical version was released on 18 September 2019, while the full video song was released on 1 November 2019 under the music label Saregama. The single is filmed at Safilguda Lake.
Release
The teaser of the song was released on 17 September.[4][5] The lyrical was released on 18 September 2019 and the full video was released on 1 November 2019.[6]
Music video
The music video features Varun Tej and Pooja Hegde dancing for the single.[7] The music is choreographed by Sekhar.[4] The video song garned lot of views due to its choreography and picturisation.
Reception
Audience response
Upon the release of the full video version of the song, it gained lots of appreciation for its music and choreography. Sekhar, who choreographed the song received lots of praise for his work for the single. Pooja Hegde received appreciation for her dance.[8] On the other side, singer S. P. Balasubrahmanyam also received appreciation. The song went on to become a massive hit on short-video making entertainment apps like TikTok, ShareChat, and social media platforms.
Pooja Hegde's rolling step in the music video became a signature step and was recreated by millions, in many short-video and social media platforms. Many celebraties in India and other countries across various fields too recreated the music video by dancing the signature step.
Success and impact
The song became a hit with approximately 10 million views on YouTube within 10 days of release, which helped in the marketing of the film.[9][10] Various versions of the song were uploaded by amateur singers, guitarists and DJs on social networking sites. Gaddalakonda Ganesh had less than 3 weeks for the promotion, unlike other Telugu movies which indulge in months of promotion. However, it was Elluvochi Godaramma which became a rage and created instant buzz for the film in the market. The music video on YouTube has garnered 110 million views as in December 2021.[6][11]
Music credits
Credits adapted from Saregama.[12]
- K. Chakravarthy – composer
- Mickey J. Meyer – remix, programmer, arranger, keyboard
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam – vocals
- P. Susheela – vocals
- Ramya Behara – chorus
- Mohana Bhogaraju – chorus
- Veturi Sundararama Murthy – lyrics
- Darren Vermaas – mixing, mastering [at New Edge (Mumbai & New York)]
- Charles Berthoud – bass guitars
- Sandilya Pisapati – violin
- Santhosh – rhythms
- Shantanoo – recording engineer
- Abhishek – recording engineer, assistance mixing, assistance mastering
- Seenu – studio assistance
- Lingam – studio assistance
References
- ^ "Sridevi's song to be remixed for Varun Tej, Pooja Hegde's 'Valmiki'? - Times of India".
- ^ "Mickey J Meyer expresses his gratitude for composing music for 'Valmiki' - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ^ ADIVI, SASHIDHAR (1 November 2019). "Pooja Hegde to groove to Sridevi's song". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 3 December 2019.
- ^ a b "Elluvochi Godaramma video promo: Varun Tej and Pooja Hegde try hard to recreate the magic of Sobhan Babu and Sridevi - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
- ^ Valmiki Telugu Flim | Elluvochi Godaramma Song Promo | Varun Tej | Pooja Hegde, retrieved 10 December 2021
- ^ a b Elluvochi Godaramma Full Video Song | Valmiki Telugu Film | Varun Tej, Pooja Hegde | SPB, P Susheela, retrieved 23 December 2021
- ^ "Pooja Hegde most demanded glamorous Video Out". Tollywood.net. 3 November 2019. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
- ^ "Pooja Hegde is ecstatic over the massive response to Elluvochi Godaramma - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ^ Ravi, Murali (17 September 2019). "Varun-Pooja Hedge Track will be the highlight of Valmiki". Tollywood.net. Retrieved 2 October 2019.
- ^ "'VALMIKI' team delighted with response for 'Elluvochi Godaramma'". IndiaGlitz. 18 November 2019. Retrieved 3 December 2019.
- ^ "Elluvochi Godaramma: Varun Tej and Pooja Hegde's song garners 100 million views - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 10 October 2021.
- ^ Elluvochi Godaramma Full Video Song | Valmiki Telugu Film | Varun Tej, Pooja Hegde | SPB, P Susheela, retrieved 23 December 2021