Jai Lava Kusa

Jai Lava Kusa is a 2017 Indian Telugu-language action film written and directed by K. S. Ravindra and produced by Nandamuri Kalyan Ram under his banner N. T. R. Arts. The film stars Jr. N.T.R. in a triple role as Jai, Lava and Kusa, alongside Raashi Khanna and Nivetha Thomas. The film also features Ronit Roy in his Telugu film debut, Posani Krishna Murali, Pradeep Rawat, Pavitra Lokesh, Sai Kumar, Nassar, Hamsa Nandini, Abhimanyu Singh and Harish Uthaman in the supporting roles.

The film follows identical triplets, Jai, Lava, and Kusa, who get separated at a young age and follow different paths in life. Jai becomes an evil criminal named Ravana, Kusa becomes a small-time crook and Lava becomes a bank manager. Jai, the eldest of the identical triplets, was sidelined at a very young age due to stammering. He then develops a hatred for his younger brothers and creates havoc in their lives as they all reunite as adults.

The film was launched formally on 10 February 2017, whereas the commencement of principal photography took place the very same day. The shooting took place on Hyderabad, except a few scenes shot at Pune, and was wrapped up in September 2017. The film score and soundtrack were composed by Devi Sri Prasad, with cinematography by Chota K. Naidu and editing by Kotagiri Venkateshwara Rao and Thammi Raju.

The film was released on 4,000 screens, during the first day of the Navratri season on 21 September 2017. The film received positive reviews from critics, with Jr. NTR's performance in the triple role getting praise, whereas the writing received appreciation. The film collected over ₹130 crore worldwide and was a commercial success at the box office. It was screened in Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival in Category of "Best of Asia" in South Korea.