Vishals Telugu Movie Detective Review 2017

Vishals Telugu Movie Detective Review 2017

Release date :November 10, 2017
Rating : 3/5
Director : Mysskin
Producer : G. Hari
Music Director : Arrol Corelli
Starring : Vishal, Anu Emmanuel, Andrea Jeremiah, Prasanna

Young hero Vishal, is ready with yet another dubbing film of his. Titled Detective, this mystery thriller has hit the screens today. Let’s see how it is.

Story:

Advaita Bhushan(Vishal) is a pretty famous detective in Vizag. He often cracks cases which even the cops do not manage to accomplish. One fine day, a school going kid comes to him with a case of his dog being killed. Bhushan starts his interrogation but finds out that there is a huge setup and contract killers behind all this. Well, how does he manage to track all of this is the whole film about.

Plus Points:-

Vishal is the center of attraction and backbone for this film. He is pretty impressive in the role of an eccentric detective. The way he operates and nabs the criminals has been showcased in a decent manner.

The second half is where the actual action begins as the main links to the suspense story are revealed clearly. The climax portions and all the murders have been showcased in a very interesting manner.

The film has a unique screenplay and runs on a different approach altogether and this makes certain investigation scenes quite gripping. Andrea is very impressive in her negative role. Anu Emanuel does best as Vishal’s maidservant.

Minus Points:-

The film has a serious setup and things are not cleared during the first half. This is the time when the viewers are confused with some weird happenings. At one point, you won’t understand what is happening as the answer to these are only known during the last 20 minutes. Because of this, the film bogs down and never takes an aggressive start.

Generally, investigative thrillers are quite racy but the director of Detective takes his own sweet time to establish everything making the film very slow at times. There are certain logics which go against the film like a detective taking the upper hand on the cops and dealing things by his own.

Technical Aspects:-

Detective has decent technical values as it is made on a very good scale. The camerawork is very impressive as it gives the film a feel of a serious thriller. Telugu dubbing was very good and so was the background score. The fights have been choreographed quite well and especially the Chinese fight is superbly done.

Coming to the director Mysskin, he has done a decent job with the film and showcased it in a new set up. The manner in which he goes about investigating the case makes things interesting most of the time. Had he narrated the murder mysteries on an even crispier note, things would have been even better.

Verdict:-

On the whole, Detective is an investigative crime drama which has some interesting moments. A gripping second half and some decent performances are huge assets of this film. Even though the first half takes a long time to get on to the actual story line, once it catches speed, the film ends up a decent watch from there. All those who love screenplay based mystery thrillers will like this film. But for others, it is just an average watch.

 Rating : 3/5

Siddardhas Gruham Telugu Movie Review 2017

Siddardhas Gruham Telugu Movie Review 2017

Release date :November 17, 2017
 Rating : 3.25/5
Director : Milind Rau
Producer : Siddharth
Music Director : G. Girishh
Starring : Siddharth, Andrea Jeremiah

Siddharth is one actor who always comes up with different films all the time. He is now back with a very interesting horror thriller called Gruham which has hit the screens today. Let’s see how it is.

Story:-

Krish(Siddharth) and Lakshmi(Andrea) are a couple who lead a happy life together. One fine day, a lovable family join them as their neighbors. As time passes by, one of the family members, Jenny, gets transformed into an evil spirit and starts troubling everyone badly. Who is this evil spirit? Why is it targeting the family? and how does Krish handle this entire situation? To know the answers to all these questions, you need to watch the film on the big screen.

Plus Points:-

One of the best points of the film are the spooky elements. Gruham is filled with horror effects right through the film and they scare you convincingly. Even though the story is old school, the narration is new as the set up has been elevated in a different tone altogether.

The first half is quite thrilling with some good horror elements being thrown in terms of sound effects. Siddharth is exceptional in his role as a surgeon and his performance in the climax is very gripping. Andrea is also impactful as Siddharth’s wife and the couple shares a sizzling chemistry on screen.

The interval block is the highlight of the film and gives a good adrenaline rush. The girl who did the role of Jenny was awesome as she creates a superb horror effect with her performance. The climax of the film and the Chinese angle to the entire film has been conceived well. Senior actor Suresh does a very good job as a psychiatrist.

Minus Points:-

As in every horror film, the story of Gruham is also the same. An evil spirit creating a conflict point and how the family suffers has been shown in many films before.

Once the twist is revealed in the second half, the film gets predictable until the climax. There are certain scenes where logic goes missing. The twist about the actual villain could have been elevated well.

Technical Aspects:

Gruham is high on technical aspects and has a stunning set up throughout. As said earlier, even though the makers chose a routine story, they pumped the entire film with some great visuals. Credit should go to the camera man for showcasing the film in a stunning way. All the horror elements look superb only because of his captivating camera work. The sound design of the film is very good as it gives you goosebumps in many areas. Background score is yet another highlight and elevates the film to another level.

Coming to the director Milind Rao, he has done a very impressive job with the film. All the scenes he has narrated look quite new and believable. His narration of horror scenes and the way he has dealt with the suspense element is very good.

Verdict:-

On the whole, Gruham is a true blue horror thriller which is to the point. There is no unnecessary hungama in the film which sidetracks the attention of the viewers. Great spooky scenes, taut narration and good performances are huge assets. The storyline is old school and has nothing new to offer. If you ignore this very point, this film ends up a thrilling watch this weekend.

 Rating : 3.25/5

Khakee Telugu Movie Review 2017

Khakee Telugu Movie Review 2017

Release date :November 17, 2017
telugump4zone.blogspot.in Rating : 3.5/5
Director : H. Vinoth
Producers : Umesh Gupta, Subash Gupta
Music Director : Ghibran
Starring : Karthi, Rakul Preet Singh

Khakee is one film which has been creating a lot of buzz off late. Based on a true cop story, this film has Karthi as the main lead and has hit the screens all overtoday. Let’s see how it is.

Story:-

The film is set in the early 90’s and Dheeraj(Karthi) is a fierce Tamil Nadu cop who is quite famous for his uncompromising attitude. During this time, the entire state is struck by some brutal robberies all over. People die in these robberies but the cops do not have any clue at all. This is the time Dheeraj takes charge of this case and finds out that a huge dacoit gang from Rajasthan is behind all this. Rest of the story is as to how Dheeraj cracks this case and nabs all those who are behind this.

Plus Points:

One of the biggest plus points of the film is the riveting screenplay. The film has full on edge of the seat moments which will keep you hooked till the end. Credit should go to the director for his detailing. The way the case is handled over the years has been shown with utmost clarity and gripping narration.

Karthi is back with a bang and shines as DSP Dheeraj. Every move of his is linked with the role he plays and not once do you see him getting sidetrack during the entire operation. Rakul Preet does her bit and is good support for Karthi.

The interval bang and bus chasing sequence in the second half literally gives you goosebumps. Abhimanyu Singh as the main villain is pretty awesome. The main thing that keeps you entertained with Khakee is the continuous flow of action elements throughout the film.

Minus Points:-

All those who are looking for some pop-corn entertainment will be a bit disappointed with this film as it is a serious cop drama with dark elements and brutal action.

The film takes a lot of time to get into the actual storyline as Rakul Preet and Karthi’s romantic track bores you at times. Songs of the film are quite disappointing and should have been avoided.

Technical Aspects:-

Khakee is high in technical aspects. Camera work by Sathyan Sooryan is top notch as he brings the 90’s effect in a effective manner. Also, the way he showcases the fights and barren lands in Rajasthan give a lot of depth to the film. Telugu dubbing is decent and so were the production values. The production design and artwork which showcased the cop set up is quite good. Editing is slick and so was the background score by Ghibran.

Coming to the director Vinoth, he has done a very good job with the film. His detailing with the case is awesome and the way he narrated the film with ample action elements and racy chasing episodes make this film click big time. He keeps the film quite realistic which makes things even more interesting for the audience.

Verdict:-

On the whole, Khakee is a riveting cop drama which has many edge of the seat moments. Very rarely do you see such thrillers which are showcased without diverting from the main point. Karthi’s tough cop act, racy action elements and gripping narration are major assets to the movie. As the film is genre specific, it does not have any commercial elements whatsoever. So, all those who like action films and are looking forward to watch a realistic action thriller, Khakee is one film you should not miss this weekend. Go for it.

telugump4zone.blogspot.in Rating : 3.5/5

Ami Thumi Telugu Movie Review

Ami Thumi Telugu Movie Review

Ami Thumi Telugu Movie Review

Release date : June 09, 2017

Rating : 3.25/5

Director : Mohan Krishna Indraganti

Producer : K C Narasimha Rao

Music Director : Mani Sharma

Starring : Avasarala Srinivas, Adivi Sesh, Vennela Kishore, Eesha Rebba, Aditi Myakal

Indraganti’s Ami Tumi has been promoted quite well in the last few days. The comedy caper featuring Vennela Kishore, Adivi Sesh and Srinivasa Avasarala has hit the screens today. Let’s see how it is.

Story:-

Gangadhar Rao(Tanikella Bharani) is strictly against his daughter’s(Esha) affair with Ananth(Adivi Sesh) and fixes her marriage with Sreechilipi(Vennela Kishore). This is also the time when Gangadhar’s son(Srinivasa Avasarala) is in love with his enemy’s daughter Maaya(Aditi).

Upset with his kids, Gangadhar locks his daughter inside a room and kicks his son out of his house. Rest of the story is as to how the brother-sister duo manages to evade Sree Chilipi and get married to their respected lovers.

Plus Points:

Vennela Kishore has been shining brightly in every film of his of late, but his comedy is to another level in Ami Tumi. Right after he enters the scene, Kishore’s punch dialogues, subtle mannerisms, and his chemistry with his love interest in the film are to die for. Kishore’s satirical comedy and the way he uses funny English phrases in the form of punches are hilarious. With this film, his popularity will surely go to another level.

Tannikella Bharani brings a lot of depth to the proceedings and is very good as the strict father. The film has good comedy throughout as the director Mohana Krishna nicely adds good entertaining moments in both the halves. The mistaken identity comedy and the comedy track that he has written for Vennela Kishore works quite well.

The climax of the film is also decent and ends on a positive note. The actress who plays Vennela Kishore’s love interest in the film also does a tremendous job as her act brings a lot of humor in the film. Eesha Rebba is good as the Telangana girl.

Minus Points:-

The first ten to twelve minutes of the film start on a very slow note. The way the characters are introduced and their loud acting can put you off most of the time. The film clearly has some loud and slapstick comedy which may not go well with the mass audience.

Even though the film is a comedy caper, the way certain characters behave makes the film quite silly at times. Srinivasa Avasarala and Adavi Sesh do their job well but are hardly there in the film.

Technical Aspects:

Production values are pretty good as the film looks neat and visually entertaining. Dialogues by Mohana Krishna are yet another huge asset for the film as they have been written with a lot of satirical humour. Editing is decent and so was the background score. Luckily, Mani Sharma’s music goes with the flow and does not obstruct the proceedings. Camera work by P G Vinda is pretty good even though he had less scope to showcase his talent as the film is set mostly in very few locations.

Coming to the director Mohana Krishna, he has done an impressive job with the film. With a less number of characters, he has made the proceedings quite interesting as his screenplay is quite crisp and to the point. The way he generates comedy through Vennela Kishore’s character and adds good fun at regular interval is nice.

Verdict:-

On the whole, Ami Tumi is a very healthy comedy which has some entertaining moments throughout. The film will especially do well at the A centers because of its urban comedy touch. Vennela Kishore is the star as he makes this film which has a simple and predictable story line quite enjoyable with his hilarious performance as Sree Chipili. Watch it for him.

Raja Meeru Keka Telugu Movie Review

Raja Meeru Keka Telugu Movie Review

Raja Meeru Keka Telugu Movie Review

Release date : June 16, 2017

 Rating : 2.25/5

Director : Krishna Kishore

Producer : M. Raj Kumar

Music Director : Sri Charan

Starring : Taraka Ratna, Lasya, Noel Sean, Revanth

Continuing the trend of small budget films, yet another movie Raja Meeru Keka has hit the screens today. Let’s see how it is.

Story:

Ravi(Revanth), Swetha (Lasya), Shashank(Noel) and Seenu(Hemanth) are four best friends who are happy with their respective jobs. One fine day, a person named Nagaraju(Tarak Ratna) who owns an MNC enters the scene and creates a big disturbance in the lives of these four friends.

What is that disturbance? How are Nagaraju and these four friends connected? How do these friends solve their problems? That forms the rest of the story?

Plus Points:

The way director Krishna Kishore has based his story using some true incidents looks good. Anchor Lasya is impressive on screen and gives a decent performance in her limited screen presence.

Looks wise, Revanth is good and does okay in his role. Noel Sean is very good with his energetic performance. Mirchi Hemanth’s comedy timing and expressions are superb. Mainly, all his episodes with his father are hilarious.

Tarak Ratna, who is back after a short gap is impressive in his negative role and gives a settled performance. Heroine Sarayu is good looking and suits the film well.

Minus Points:

Though the director has chosen some true incidents, he completely failed in executing it. The film starts with an entertaining pattern but loses its grip after some time.

Posani was not utilized properly. Thirty years Prudhvi’s comedy has no proper timing or finishing. Films which come with this kind story line should have proper conclusion and solution but the director has totally taken side track with an abrupt ending.

Technical Aspects:

As said above, the way director Krishna Kishore deals with the film is highly disappointing. Editing by AV Prasad is not up to the mark as many unnecessary scenes can be easily chopped off. Camera work by Ram.P.Reddy is decent. Music by Sricharan is okay but his background score impresses in parts. Production values are just okay.

Verdict:

On the whole, Raja Meeru Keka has a good point script-wise but is completely let down by some shoddy execution. Except for Hemanth’s performance and his hilarious track with his dad, this film lacks proper depth in the proceedings and makes a boring watch for this week.

Marakathamani Telugu Movie Review 2017

Marakathamani Telugu Movie Review 2017

Release date : June 16, 2017

telugump4zone.blogspot.com Rating : 2.75/5

Director : A.R.K. Saravanan

Producer : Sri Chakra Innovations and Rushi Media

Music Director : Dhibu Ninan Thomas

Starring : Aadi Pinisetty, Nikki Galrani

Continuing the trend of dubbed Tamil films, the new movie which has come out today is Aadi Pinisetty’s Marakatamani. Let’s see how this crime comedy is.

Story :-

The story of the film is about an ancient diamond called Marakatamani. Over a period of time, all those who try to steal the prestigious stone keep getting killed in mysterious situations.

This is the time when a small time smuggler played by Aadhi comes forward to rob Marakatamani. He approaches a pujari who suggests him to take the help of some evil spirits in order to stay alive and complete his tasks.

What will Aadi do now? How will he create evil spirits? and moreover, how will he steal Marakatamani? That forms the rest of the story.

Plus Points:-

On of the biggest plus points of the film is the way the evil spirits have been generated into the story line. The comedy that this thread evokes is very good most of the film. The small time crime comedy, villains chasing the hero and the various other spooky factors have been handled well.

Aadi plays a pivotal role and does a very sincere job. He mixes well with the setup and his track with Nikki Garlani is quite interesting. She has a unique role in the film and does extremely well in her character.

Ramdoss who plays a key role of a spirit is hilarious in his act. He along with his group save the film most of the time and evoke some very good fun in the second half.

Minus Points:-

The story of the film is quite fictional and has many over the top moments. The evil spirits coming into existence and helping the hero look good in places but has been over done a bit in the first half. Lack of known faces can go against the film as there are all new Tamil actors playing crucial roles.

Nikki Garlani’s romantic thread with Aadi is side tracked and could have been elevated a bit. The first half of the film is very slow as the proceedings take forever to get to the actual twist of the film. Though the film has some good comedy during this time, the story does not move one bit. The villain’s thread though started interestingly, becomes quite silly by the time the climax arrives.

Technical Aspects:-

The film’s set up looks good and the decent camerawork makes the scenes look quite interesting and spooky. The background score of the film is very impressive and elevates the film nicely. Dubbing done is just about okay and so were the production values.

Coming to the director Saravanan, he has done a decent job with the film. His story looks over the top but he adds some clean and good humor at regular intervals and makes this film quite interesting during the second half. Had he rushed the first half and brought the twist at an earlier stage, the film would have been even more interesting.

Verdict:-

On the whole, Marakatami is a passable fantasy thriller which has its moments. The makers cleverly induce good fun at regular intervals and side track the over the top storyline. If you ignore certain logics here and there and are okay with some time pass situational comedy, this crime thiller can be given a shot this weekend.