“Zombie Reddy” (2021) is a Telugu-language film directed by Prasanth Varma, blending elements of horror, comedy, and regional drama. The story follows Mario (Teja Sajja), a game developer from Hyderabad, who, along with his friends, travels to Kurnool to attend their colleague Kalyan’s wedding and resolve a critical bug in their game. Upon arrival, they inadvertently become entangled in local factional rivalries and a mysterious infection turning villagers into zombies. As the virus spreads, Mario and his companions, including Nandini Reddy (Anandhi), must navigate the chaos, confront the undead, and uncover the source of the outbreak to save themselves and the community. The film is noted for introducing the zombie genre to Telugu cinema, skillfully weaving regional cultural elements with horror-comedy tropes, and delivering a unique cinematic experience.
