“Srilatha” Strikes a Chord with Music Lovers; Suresh Bobbili and Alaraju Open Up About the Song
The upcoming Telugu family entertainer Idupu Kayitham, starring Priyadarshi in the lead, is already creating a positive buzz with its music. Produced by Bunny Vas and Sukumar under Bunny Vas Works and Sukumar Writings, the film introduces Nagadurga, known for her popular folk songs, as the female lead. Young filmmaker Vamsi Reddy Dondapati is directing the movie, which is set against a strong Telangana family backdrop.
The recently released “Srilatha” song has quickly caught the attention of music lovers, with its catchy tune, relatable lyrics and energetic rendition receiving widespread appreciation. During a recent interaction with the media, composer Suresh Bobbili and lyricist Alaraju shared their experiences of creating the song and spoke about the response it has received.
Suresh Bobbili on the Response to Srilatha
Suresh Bobbili said he was delighted by the reaction to the song, revealing that appreciation has been pouring in not just from audiences but also from his own family and people from the film industry.
He said the song's composition, sound design, lyrics and the performances of both singers have been particularly appreciated. He added that the response has given the entire team a lot of confidence.
Interestingly, Suresh also makes an appearance in the song. He revealed that the idea came from producer Bunny Vas, who felt audiences should also know the person behind the music after composing numerous songs. Although Suresh had always wanted to appear in a song someday, he said being part of “Srilatha” turned out to be an exciting and completely new experience.
Speaking about the creative process, Suresh explained that the team wanted “Srilatha” to serve two purposes — it had to naturally fit into the film's narrative while also functioning as a promotional track that audiences could instantly connect with.
The team deliberately focused on memorable lyrics and a tune that listeners could make their own. The song was therefore released ahead of the film. According to Suresh, Alaraju developed the lyrics while he was working on the tune, with both the melody and lyrics being locked on the same day.
Rather than making the track completely folk-oriented, the composer chose to blend Telangana-rooted elements with a melodic and commercial sound. This approach, he believes, helped the song appeal to a much wider audience.
Suresh also praised Alaraju's writing, particularly his use of everyday Telangana expressions. He felt that the familiar language gave the song an immediate sense of authenticity while also making it easy for family audiences to relate to.
A Six-Song Album with Strong Story Integration
Suresh Bobbili revealed that Idupu Kayitham features six songs along with several bit tracks. He expressed satisfaction with the entire album, stating that each song has been created around a specific situation in the story.
He pointed out that the film offers plenty of opportunities for music, including songs set around a wedding and another track featuring the newly married couple's visit to their village. While the film remains deeply rooted in Telangana culture, the songs have been given a commercial treatment to ensure they connect with audiences beyond the region.
Talking about his musical journey, Suresh recalled growing up around music. His father was a stage artist, while his mother was a talented singer. He later worked with music director Chakri's troupe, studied music at Warangal Music College, worked in an office and subsequently gained experience as a sound engineer before moving into music composition.
He said he is particularly happy to see Telangana's musical identity becoming increasingly prominent in Telugu cinema.
Suresh is currently associated with Crazy Kalyanam, Dethadi and Idupu Kayitham, while talks are also underway for a few other projects.
Alaraju: “Idupu Kayitham Is the Paper That Changed My Life”
Lyricist Alaraju, meanwhile, spoke about the recognition he has received through “Srilatha.” Having written songs for nearly 40 films, he is known for tracks such as “Teliyadhe Teliyadhe” from Miles of Love, sung by Sid Sriram, and “Kangare Padakura” from Bapu, rendered by Anurag Kulkarni.
He revealed that veteran lyricist Kasarla Shyam was among those who appreciated “Srilatha” soon after its release. Shyam particularly praised the Telangana-flavoured lines and appreciated how the lyrics complemented the title Idupu Kayitham.
Alaraju explained that director Vamsi Reddy wanted the song to work independently for listeners while becoming even more meaningful after watching the film. The song appears when the lead pair reaches Hyderabad and revolves around Srilatha's emotional state and Srinivas' efforts to comfort her.
The lyricist said he consciously stayed away from conventional expressions and attempted to bring a fresh perspective to the writing.
Interestingly, “Srilatha” was completed even before the film's title was officially revealed. Alaraju said he wanted to retain the Telangana flavour without turning the track into a purely folk number, allowing listeners from different backgrounds to connect with it.
He admitted that working on a major production initially brought some pressure, but the team's inputs helped him approach the song with confidence. The response to “Srilatha” has now given him a major boost.
Calling the experience particularly significant for his career, Alaraju concluded that Idupu Kayitham feels like the “paper that changed my life” as a lyric writer.
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