Moive Reviews

The plot of a simpleton rising to power and becoming a gangster has been a recurring theme in Indian cinema. "Micheal" is a movie that follows this plot, with its focus on a daring young man from the south who moves to Bombay with a personal motive. He finds himself under the wing of Gurunath, a feared gangster who controls all the dirty businesses in the early 90s. As the story unfolds, Micheal rises through the ranks and takes over the major bar business. He is then assigned to kill the last man involved in the attempted assassination of Gurunath.…

Kiran Abbavaram, known for his recent successful releases, starred in the latest film "Meter," but unfortunately, his acting skills alone couldn't save this poorly-written police action drama. The film's story, screenplay, and direction by Ramesh Kaduri failed to impress and engage the audience, with routine narrative and stale tropes. The dialogues mostly felt over-the-top and illogical, with several instances of cringe-worthy double-meaning banter. Despite decent production values, music, and cinematography, the film suffered from choppy editing and continuity issues. The characters lacked originality and merely imitated their own hit mannerisms and dialogues from other movies. Actress Athulyaa Ravi, making her…

The latest film by renowned director Krishna Vamsi, "Rangamarthanda," has proved to be a successful adaptation of the Marathi film "Natsamrat," which was directed by Mahesh Majrekar and starred Nana Patekar. The film, based on a play by Kusumagraj, has been skillfully adapted by Vamsi to appeal to Telugu audiences. The story follows the struggles of an actor stuck in his glory days and uncovers a tragic family drama that resonates with audiences. The film begins with a tribute to the "actor," Nenoka Natudni, and a visual montage of Telugu actors from the past to present, with Chiranjeevi's voiceover. The…

Butta Bomma, a Telugu adaptation of the critically acclaimed film Kappela, stays faithful to the original narrative for the most part. The movie portrays the nuances of village life in a convincing and engaging manner. Satya, a young girl from the serene village of Duddikonda in Araku Valley, leads a simple yet beautiful life with her family and friends. However, her life takes a fateful turn when a wrong dial introduces her to Murali, an autorickshaw driver from Nellimarla. Although their relationship develops through phone calls, the film could have shown it in a more organic way. The movie takes…

The language, art, culture, rituals, lifestyle, and beliefs of a place and its people shape their identity. Balagam is a film that effectively captures the nuances of a typical Telangana village and tells a compelling story with honesty. Written and directed by well-known comedian Venu Yeldandi, the film has a distinct appeal that draws viewers into the lives of its various characters. The film's strength lies in its story, and Venu does an impressive job on his directorial debut. The characters in the film drive the narrative, and the cast, including Priyadarshi Pulikonda, Kavya Kalyanram, Sudhakar Reddy, and others, embody…

Amigos, directed by Rajendra Reddy, is a bold and experimental film that builds on the concept of doppelgangers. Kalyan Ram's performance in multiple roles showcases his acting skills, including his portrayal of the self-centered monster, Bipin Roy, who will stop at nothing to get what he wants. Although his characters share similarities with his role in Bhimbisara, Kalyan Ram plays each with ease and finesse. Brahmaji's performance is also notable throughout the movie, while Ashika Ranganath makes a limited yet impactful appearance. Despite its experimental nature, Amigos manages to entertain with action, comedy, and fan service. However, the rehashed song,…

Vishwak Sen, the director, screenplay writer, and lead actor of Das Ka Dhamki, attempts to create a "eat the rich" genre film. However, the film's execution tests the audience's patience despite having all the makings of a satisfying story. The story revolves around Krishna Das (played by Vishwak Sen), an orphan and waiter at a star hotel, who becomes fed up with the disrespect from rich customers. After a particularly frustrating incident with a customer and unsympathetic manager Deepthi (played by Akshara Gowda), he decides to spend big bucks like a customer with his friends for a day. What starts…

The movie "Dasara" by debutant Srikanth Odela is a film of mixed quality. On one hand, it offers a visually captivating experience, intriguing characters, and a tense atmosphere that keeps the audience on edge. On the other hand, the film introduces themes that are never fully explored or are concluded too hastily, resulting in some impactful moments and some that fall short. The story takes place in Veerlapally, a village where drinking at the Silk Bar is a tradition. Despite the locals' financial contributions to the bar, casteism prevents some from entering. The village is also plagued by coal mining,…

The one-liner of MS Rajashekar Reddy’s film Macherla Niyojakavargam may seem familiar as it follows the clichéd plot of a single man fighting against a powerful villain. The movie revolves around ‘Siddhu’ Siddharth Reddy (Nithiin), an IAS waiting for his posting, who spends his time with his friend Nidhi (Catherine Tresa) and follows his neighbour Swati (Krithi Shetty) without any concern. He also antagonizes Swati’s egoistic brother-in-law Guru (Vennela Kishore) and confronts the politician/rowdy Rajappa (Samuthirakani) from Macherla. However, everything Siddhu wants, from the girl he likes to his desired posting, falls into his lap as he is incredibly lucky.…

The film is set in Australia and follows the story of Ram, a young graffiti artist who does not believe in the concept of lifetime love. Ram values honesty and open-mindedness in relationships, which clashes with Jaanu's belief in everlasting love. As their romantic tale progresses, they face confusion and complications due to their differing ideologies. The plot is narrated by Ram during a police interrogation. While Ramcharan delivers a decent performance in his role as the lover boy, his character lacks emotional depth. Genelia's portrayal of Jaanu is disappointing, with unflattering makeup and costumes. The lack of chemistry between…