Thandel (Eng: Captain of the Boat) is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language romantic action thriller film written and directed by Chandoo Mondeti.
Produced by Bunny Vasu under Geetha Arts, and starring Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi.
The film is based on a real-life incident that occurred in 2018, depicting how Pakistani forces captured a fisherman from Srikakulam in international waters.
Directed by – Chandoo Mondeti
Screenplay by – Chandoo Mondeti
Story by – Kartheek Theeda
Produced by – Bunny Vasu
Starring – Naga Chaitanya, Sai Pallavi
Cinematography – Shamdat
Edited by – Naveen Nooli
Music by – Devi Sri Prasad
Production – Geetha Arts
Release date – 7 February 2025
Running time – 151 minutes
Country – India
Language – Tamil
