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Kiran Abbavaram is making a name for himself in the film industry with his unique style of movies. His latest release, Vinaro Bhagyamu Vishnu Katha, is an emotional rollercoaster that includes action, romance, comedy, and mystery, while also conveying a powerful message. The director, Murali Kishor Abburu, and his team did an excellent job in creating a decent film that will undoubtedly resonate with Abbavaram's fans. Chaitan Bharadwaj's music adds a much-needed lift, while Daniel Viswas's cinematography is pleasing to the eye. Marthand K Venkatesh's editing is top-notch, and the dialogue is a significant strength of the film, though it…

The Warriorr, directed by Lingusamy, may not appeal to those who prefer subtlety in storytelling. For those familiar with his previous works such as Run and Awara, the film's formulaic beats may feel too familiar, while others may come across as unexpected. The story follows Satya (Ram Pothineni), a freshly graduated MBBS doctor with a dream of saving lives in Kurnool. However, he soon realizes that he needs more than just his medical degree to make a difference in the town. He is joined by two people in his life - his love interest, RJ Whistle Mahalakshmi (Krithi Shetty), and…

The theme of a common man rising to become a hero for the society has always been a popular topic in cinema. In the film Sir, directed by Venky Atluri, we see a story loosely inspired by Hrithik Roshan's Super 30. However, the film's central theme is powerful enough to stand out on its own. The film opens in the present, where three students reminisce about an old VCR cassette of their former teacher, Bala (Dhanush). Bala, an assistant teacher, is caught in the chaos of the privatization of education in the 90s. He is left to prove himself in…

Telugu cinema has come a long way in narrating grand fantasy stories, from the olden-day folklore movies like Pathala Bhairavi to modern-day epics like Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari, Bhairava Dweepam, and Bahubali. Bimbisara, a new addition to this genre, tries to tell an epic tale in a grand manner, with all the elements of a commercial blockbuster coming together seamlessly. The story is set in 500 BC, where Bimbisara, the powerful king of the Trikarthala kingdom, is shown to be ruthless, merciless, and relentless in his pursuit of power. He is depicted as an evil king who would stop at…

HIT: The Second Case, a sequel to HIT: The First Case, follows the story of Krishna Dev, also known as KD, played by Adivi Sesh. The film is set in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where KD works as a member of the Homicide Intervention Team. The film begins with KD's frustration with his mundane job, where the only cases he encounters are of family disputes ending in murder. However, his life changes when a girl is gruesomely murdered, and her body is displayed. The film is neatly divided into two parts, the setup and the pay-off, which span over two hours.…

The director of HIT, Dr. Sailesh Kolanu, has plans to turn the movie into a franchise, which is evident from the way the characters are introduced. Crime dramas are a difficult genre to execute, but the director does an impressive job with minimal flaws. The viewer is quickly drawn into the suffocating and painful world of the protagonist, Vikram. The plot centers around a missing girl on Outer Ring Road, whose last known interaction was with a cop, Murli Sharma. Vikram, another cop who is on leave due to his emotional trauma, becomes involved in the case after receiving a…

Yashoda, a Tollywood survival thriller, stands out for its realistic premise and solid performance by Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The film follows Yashoda, a pregnant surrogate in need of money, who moves to a luxurious facility owned by Madhu (Varalaxmi Sarathkumar) and cared for by Dr. Gowtam (Unni Mukundan). However, as mysterious disappearances and glitches occur, Yashoda uncovers a disturbing truth about the facility. Simultaneously, a murder mystery outside the facility unfolds, linking to Yashoda's predicament. The first half of the movie relies on comedy and emotion, showcasing the lives of the women in the facility and Yashoda's relationship with Dr.…

The movie opens at an Interpol facility in France, where a high-ranking agent hands over a confidential case of an elusive mastermind, Abram Qureshi (AQ), to another agent taking up the case. The story then moves to India, where the death of PKR, the supreme leader of a political party, throws the state into a crisis, and a new leader must be elected. While Brahma, an intelligent and popular leader, is the ideal successor and the backbone of the deceased leader, senior leader Narayana Varma and PKR's son-in-law, Jaidev, have their eyes set on the CM post. Sathyapriya, PKR's eldest…

The film "Writer Padmabhushan," directed by debutant Shanmukha Prasanth, tells more than one story. While it appears to be a coming-of-age tale of a young man struggling to have faith in himself, the film gradually reveals deeper layers and important social commentary. The protagonist, Writer Padmabhushan (played by Suhas) from Vijayawada, dreams of becoming as great as Sri Sri or Gurujada Apparao. However, no one seems interested in reading his book, not even for free. One day, he is approached by Sarika (Tina Shilparaj) and her father (Goparaju Ramana), who claim to be his big fans. Sarika is so infatuated…

Anil Ravipudi's cinematic style is becoming increasingly recognizable - loud, joke-filled, and often featuring inane plot points and quirky characters. F2: Fun & Frustration explored the frustration of married men, while the sequel F3 revolves around the pursuit of money. While the film is likely to elicit chuckles from its audience, it is also the kind of movie that you'll either love or love to hate. Venky (Venkatesh) suffers from night blindness and operates a "shortcut" business with his usual sidekick, Raghu Babu. His family is constantly in need of money, and Venky often resorts to quick-fix solutions that typically…