BOTTOM LINE
Hanu’s show with Krishna
OUR RATING
3/5
CENSOR
‘U/A’ – 142 Min.
What is the film about?
Krishna (Nani) loves Mahalakahmi (Mehreen) but is unable to marry her as he is extremely fearful guy and absolutely afraid of her faction family. One day he gets a chance to marry her. How he gets the chance and what happens next is what the film is all about.
How is Nani’s performance?
Once again Nani puts to use his comic timing in a role that suits him perfectly well. It’s the role where half if the battle is won as one is engaged to it from the beginning. He also does his usual emotional bits as well to good effect.
Direction By Hanu Raghavapudi?
In his debut film Hanu Raghavapudi has shown remarkable talent in terms of direction and execution. It’s the screenplay where he falters. This time it’s better than his debut but it also follows a similar paradigm and almost threatens to end up on similar lines. Lucky for him this is a different film, different setup and the end result too is a just a little different.
The first half of the film is fine and keeps the balance between comedy and drama well. In the second half the narrative stagnates till a point before it is all nearly rounded up in the climax. Couple of songs were really unnecessary. Overall Hanu Raghavapudi impresses again and for sure leaves a mark.
Mehrene Kaur Peerzada and others?
Mehreen looks good and performs within the scope given to her. The film has number of characters coming in and out. Usually such characters fail to make impact but since they all get at least one scene to shine one remembers them. From Annapurna to Sampath to Murali Sharma everyone has that one scene to remember. Brahmaji, Prabhas Seenu, Satyam Rajesh and Prudhvi handle the comedy well at different points with good impact.
Music and other departments?
Music for the film given by Vishal Chandrasekhar is just about alright. The background score is better with one hook line especially being used pretty well. Technically the film is sick with good cinematography. Editing as usual is a problem, the pace slackens for stretches. Dialogues are good.
Highlights?
Nani
Direction
Different entertainment
Drawbacks?
Mid portions of second half
Couple of songs placement
Alternative Take
More scope and content to the David track with reduced time for kids.
Did I enjoy it?
Yes
Will you recommend it?
Yes but with little reservations.
Krishna Gaadi Veera Prema Gaadha Review by Siddhartha
