Moive Reviews

Venu Udugula, the director behind the acclaimed Needi Naadi Oke Katha, returns with Virata Parvam, a love story set against the backdrop of a revolution in 90s Telangana. The film follows Vennela, a naive girl who dreams of love even as tensions escalate between the naxalites and policemen in a united Andhra Pradesh. Vennela, raised to be independent and educated, becomes enchanted by the poetry of Ravanna (Rana Daggubati), a maoist leader. Driven by a pure and unconditional love, she embarks on a journey to meet him. Director Venu Udugula explores the irrationality of love, portraying Vennela's naive determination in…

Pathaan is an action-packed film that marks the return of Shah Rukh Khan to the big screen after four years. While the plot may seem far-fetched, the film's star power and style make it a thrilling ride. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film follows the impact of India's revocation of article 370 on a Pakistani officer who seeks revenge. He enlists the help of Jim, an ex-RAW agent wronged by his own people, and Rubai, an ex-ISI agent with ambiguous motives played by Deepika Padukone. The trio engages in a dangerous game of betrayal and revenge, racing to protect the…

Hunt, directed by Mahesh Surapaneni, is a remake of the 2013 Malayalam film Mumbai Police starring Prithviraj. The movie is an investigative drama that gradually unfolds. The film revolves around three close friends - ACP Arjun (Sudheer Babu), Commissioner of Police Mohan Bhargav (Srikanth), and ACP Aryan Dev (Bharath), who share a past as part of the Mumbai counter-terrorism squad. While chasing down small-time criminals in the morning and relaxing with a drink in the evening, Arjun meets with an accident and loses his memory. This loss is not only a threat to his job but also to his ability…

Chandoo Mondeti's debut film "Karthikeya" was a success, introducing the character of Nikhil Siddhartha as the titular hero, whose quest for truth left the possibility for a sequel. "Karthikeya 2" continues the story, with Karthik (Nikhil) now a successful doctor and myth-buster who finds himself on an unexpected adventure in Dwaraka with his mother (Tulasi) and Mugdha (Anupama Parameswaran). Pursued by a murderous clan and a secret society, they search for a missing anklet that could hold the key to a future catastrophe. The sequel dives right into the action, with little time spent on introducing new characters. The change…

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…