Anveshitha
| Anveshitha | |
|---|---|
| Genre | |
| Written by | Ilyas - Jyotsna |
| Directed by | Ilyas Ahmed "Pradyumna" |
| Starring | Achyuth Yamuna |
| Theme music composer | Madhavapeddi Suresh |
| Opening theme | Anveshitha (sung by K.S. Chitra) |
| Country of origin | India |
| Original language | Telugu |
| No. of episodes | 100 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Ramoji Rao |
| Running time | 18–24 minutes |
| Production companies | Eenadu Television Usha Kiran Movies |
| Original release | |
| Network | ETV Telugu |
| Release | 27 August 1997 – 21 July 1999 |
Anveshitha is an Indian Telugu-language supernatural drama that aired on ETV from 1997 to 1999. Written by Ilyas Ahmed and Jyotsna, and directed by Ilyas Ahmed under the pseudonym Pradyumna, the series was produced by Ramoji Rao. It premiered on 27 August 1997 on the occasion of ETV's second anniversary and ran for 100 episodes till 21 July 1999.
Based on a paranormal novel by Ilyas Ahmed and Jyotsna, Anveshitha explored themes such as black magic, witchcraft, demonic possession, astral travel, and other supernatural phenomena. Blending elements of horror, fantasy, and mystery, the series was broadcast weekly on Wednesdays at 8:30 PM, with episodes ranging from 18 to 24 minutes in length.
The show became highly popular among Telugu audiences and received critical acclaim, winning eight Nandi Awards across various categories. It is regarded as a landmark in Telugu television for its innovative storytelling and supernatural themes.