Sitaara (transl. Star) is a 1984 Indian Telugu-language drama film written and directed by Vamsy. It marks the debut of Bhanupriya in Telugu cinema and is based on Vamsy's own novel Mahal lo Kokila (transl. Cuckoo inside the mansion). The film explores the friendship between two individuals set against the backdrop of rural life, zamindari system, the Indian film industry, and paparazzi culture. Sitara received critical acclaim upon its release and is considered a cult classic. The film's soundtrack became a chartbuster, and it garnered three National Film Awards. It was also showcased at several prestigious film festivals, including the International Film Festival of India, the Moscow Film Festival, and the Asian Film Festival.