Moive Reviews

“Ramabanam: A Commercial Entertainer with Mixed Results”

“Ramabanam: A Commercial Entertainer with Mixed Results”

The movie "Ramabanam" tells the story of Vicky (played by Gopichand), who leaves his hometown after a conflict with his brother Rajaram (played by Jagapathi Babu) in childhood. In Kolkata, Vicky becomes a gangster and falls in love with Bhairavi (played by Dimple Hayathi). When Vicky returns to his hometown, he discovers that his brother is being threatened by GK (played by Tarun Arora). The movie explores the reasons for the rift between GK and Rajaram, and how Vicky gets involved in the conflict. Gopichand's performance is impressive, particularly in the action sequences and song sequences where he looks stylish.…
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Khaleja – A Telugu Action-Comedy with a Heroic Mahesh Babu

Khaleja – A Telugu Action-Comedy with a Heroic Mahesh Babu

The film "Khaleja" tells the story of a taxi driver named Raju who becomes involved in the death of a scientist and his friend. While on a trip to Rajasthan to deliver insurance money to the family of the deceased friend, Raju is stabbed and rescued by a mysterious man named Siddha. When Raju wakes up, he finds himself in a remote village in North Andhra called Paali, which is sitting on a valuable resource of Iridium. The villagers believe Raju is a god and look to him to save them from a mysterious disease. Raju's journey eventually leads him…
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Ponniyin Selvan Part 2 – A Tale of Romance and Intrigue in a Historical Epic

Ponniyin Selvan Part 2 – A Tale of Romance and Intrigue in a Historical Epic

In Ponniyin Selvan: Part 2, director Mani Ratnam delves into the heart of the novel with the ill-fated romance between crown prince Aaditha Karikalan (Vikram) and Nandhini (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan). The film begins with a prelude that shows the blossoming of love between a prince and an orphan girl, and the heartache it leaves when they are separated. This doomed romance sustains the tension and drives the characters to make decisions that have far-reaching impact. The first half of the film is fast-paced, with daring attempts to murder Arulmozhi and Vandhiyathevan's efforts to foil them, a heartwarming reunion between siblings,…
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Kalyanam Kamaneeyam : A Simple Yet Delightful Romantic Drama with Aesthetic Appeal

Kalyanam Kamaneeyam : A Simple Yet Delightful Romantic Drama with Aesthetic Appeal

"Kalyanam Kamaneeyam" may not have the star power of other Sankranti releases like Balakrishna's "Veera Simha Reddy," Chiranjeevi's "Waltair Veerayya," or Vijay's "Varasudu," but it offers a different kind of entertainment. The movie tells a relatable story of a young couple, Siva and Sruti, and the challenges they face in their married life."Kalyanam Kamaneeyam" may not have the star power of other Sankranti releases like Balakrishna's "Veera Simha Reddy," Chiranjeevi's "Waltair Veerayya," or Vijay's "Varasudu," but it offers a different kind of entertainment. The movie tells a relatable story of a young couple, Siva and Sruti, and the challenges they…
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Sarileru Neekevvaru : Mahesh Babu shines in a commercial entertainer with a paper-thin plot

Sarileru Neekevvaru : Mahesh Babu shines in a commercial entertainer with a paper-thin plot

Anil Ravipudi's Sarileru Neekevvaru brings back the classic Mahesh Babu, who plays a confident and heroic character that fights, dances, saves the day, and delivers speeches on morality. The film has enough drama, emotion, and danger to drive its wafer-thin storyline, but Anil gets carried away trying to blend two unrelated storylines, resulting in repetitive scenes. However, he manages to keep the film light-hearted and entertaining, which may work for some viewers. Mahesh Babu's character, Ajay Krishna, is a daredevil soldier stationed in Kashmir, who likes to live on the edge and has nothing to lose. Professor Bharati (Vijayashanthi) is…
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Movie review : Manam

Movie review : Manam

Movies have a unique ability to attach themselves to memories of our lives. We remember not just the great performances or technical innovations, but also the little things like the theater we saw it in or how much we paid for tickets. Every movie becomes a footnote in a little phase of our lives. This is why we develop such fond memories of movie stars, who come to feel like extended family. In the case of the last movie of celebrated actor ANR, going to the theater becomes a conscious act of taking a trip down memory lane one last…
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Agent – Akhil Akkineni’s Spy Thriller

Agent – Akhil Akkineni’s Spy Thriller

The film "Agent" follows the story of P. Ramakrishna, also known as Rickey (played by Akhil Akkineni), a hyperactive youngster who dreams of becoming a spy but is rejected three times by the RAW. Determined to get noticed by RAW Chief Mahadev, aka "The Devil" (played by Mammootty), Rickey hacks into Mahadev's system. Impressed with Rickey's skills, Mahadev secretly appoints him to a mission to stop God (played by Dino Morea), who plans to destroy India. Akhil Akkineni's portrayal of Rickey is a refreshing departure from his previous roles. His performance, particularly in the film's action sequences, is impressive and…
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“Hello Meera” – An Experimental Narrative with Impressive Performance but Missed Opportunities

“Hello Meera” – An Experimental Narrative with Impressive Performance but Missed Opportunities

The film "Hello Meera," directed by Srinivasu Kakarla and starring Gargeyi Yellapragada, tells the story of an IT employee named Meera who returns to her hometown Vijayawada to get married. While out running errands for her wedding, her world is turned upside down by an Instagram tag from her ex-boyfriend Sudheer and a call from the police. The film presents an interesting narrative, with Meera as the only character seen on screen, and the existence of other characters established through her phone conversations. Gargeyi delivers an impressive performance, portraying the nuances of a young girl about to get married while…
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“Two Souls”: A Fresh Take on Love with a Unique Theme

“Two Souls”: A Fresh Take on Love with a Unique Theme

The movie "Two Souls" directed by Shravan Kumar Kolanu revolves around the story of Akhil, who loses faith in love after being cheated on by his girlfriend and attempts suicide, only to become a soul stuck in the hospital. Here, he meets Priya, another soul with a failed love story, who insists on keeping him by her side until they both wake up. They embark on a journey in the soul world, accompanied by a real-world puppy, hoping to find love again. The first half of the movie focuses on a different love track, but the twist in the tale…
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Brochevarevarura – A Fun and Entertaining Crime Comedy

Brochevarevarura – A Fun and Entertaining Crime Comedy

The film "Brochevarevarura" revolves around the lives of three friends, Vishal (played by Sree Vishnu), Rocky (played by Priyadarshi), and Rambo (played by Rahul Ramakrishna), who keep failing their intermediate exams and waste their time. When Mitra (played by Nivetha Thomas) joins their college, she becomes close to them, and they find out about her issues with her father. The trio decides to help her, but their plan backfires, causing massive problems for them. One of the film's strengths is its continuous dose of comedy. Sree Vishnu, Priyadarshi, and Rahul Ramakrishna's chemistry and comic timing are exceptional and provide good…
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