Jyothi Lakshmi Movie ReviewBOTTOM LINE
Superficial and empty.

OUR RATING
2/5

CENSOR
“U/A” Certified, 134 Mins.

Charmee Jyothi Lakshmi Movie ReviewWhat is the film about?
Story of a prostitute Jyothilakshmi and how a guy called Sathya brings normalcy in her life by standing rock solid behind her. Why is Satya behind her and how it all ends is what the film is all about.

How is Charmee’s performance?
After a long gap we see Charmme doing a full-fledged role. The actress is clearly enjoying this outing which can be felt in each and every scene but does her enjoyment translate to viewer’s enjoyment as well? The answer would be no. She overacts a lot which gets irritating after a point. When it comes to dance she is good as usual.


Puri Jagannath Jyothi Lakshmi Movie ReviewDirection By Puri Jagannath?
Puri Jagannadh has made many bad films but even in those he has made sure that the premise of the film in fresh and interesting. Jyothilakshmi too falls into that category. The basic premise is interesting but once again its the way he handles it is where he falters. It is predictable and formulaic. Only saving grace is the dialogues that come intermittently with a bit of shock value. If not for them this would have been utter disaster. Even now the second half is no less than a disaster though.

The biggest problem however is the offensive thought process that lurks behind all the happenings in the film. The ultimate point that he tries to hammer into the audience mind that men are responsible for everything that happens to women and getting this message delivered through women once again highlights the male chauvinistic mindset of the director.


Bhadram Jyothi Lakshmi Movie ReviewOthers performance?
There are not many important characters in the film besides main lead involving the hero and heroine. Sathya too does his part well. The rest of the artists that includes comedian Brahmanandam do what they are supposed to do with great relish.

Sunil Kashyap Jyothi Lakshmi Movie ReviewMusic and other departments?
Sunil Kashyap has given decent music. This is one aspect Puri Jagannadh has been very good at and he continues to be so. Background score is okay. Cinematography is good. Editing could have been better in parts.


Highlights Jyothi Lakshmi Movie ReviewHighlights?
Basic premise.
Music.

Drawbacks?
Shallow narration.
Lack of emotional resonance.


Drawbacks Jyothi Lakshmi Movie ReviewAlternative take:
The plot had the scope to narrate a serious story where the message could have been a by-product. Entire second half could be further developed into an engaging story involving the character of prostitute turned wife.

Did I enjoy it?
No.

Will you recommend it?
No.

Jyothi Lakshmi Review by Siddhartha