Category: Movies

Jai Sena is a socially themed action drama that revolves around four agricultural engineering students – Karthikeya, Abhiram, Harish Gautam, and Praveen – who are inspired by the ideologies of cine-hero-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan. Wanting to help farmers in their village, they propose a lift-irrigation project to the local MLA, Election Reddy (Madhusudhan Rao). When he refuses to support the project, the four students take an extreme step: they loot ₹200 crores from the MLA’s illegal bank accounts to fund the irrigation project themselves.

The story escalates with the entry of a tough, no-nonsense cop named Devadas (Sunil), who is determined to catch the students. The narrative then follows how the four friends navigate legal challenges, political obstacles, and moral dilemmas while striving to complete the irrigation project and serve the farmers.

Movie	Jai Sena
Release Date	January 29, 2021
Director	V. Samudra
Producer	V. Sai Arun Kumar (Shiva Maha Teja Films)
Cast	Srikanth, Taraka Ratna, Sunil, Karthikeya, Abhiram, Harish Gautam, Praveen, Preeti Sharma
Music	Ravi Shankar
Editor	Nandamuri Hari
Genre	Action, Social Drama

Highlights
Four newcomers deliver solid performances and carry the film.
Sunil’s tough cop character adds energy to the second half.
The film’s intention to highlight farmers’ issues is commendable.
Occasional humor and cameo performances by senior actors provide light moments.

Drawbacks
Slow pacing and weak first half.
Abrupt scene transitions and unresolved subplots.
Overly loud background score and inconsistent direction.
Unnecessary comedy, romance, and item number sequences dilute the social message.

Verdict
Overall, Jai Sena is a well-intentioned social drama about farmers’ struggles but suffers from poor execution. While the film has some engaging moments and a few commendable performances, it is hampered by inconsistent pacing, weak screenplay, and misplaced humor. The movie delivers a message but struggles to entertain fully, making it a below-average outing.

Annapurnamma Gari Manavadu is a family-oriented drama set in a picturesque village backdrop. The story revolves around the deep emotional bond between a grandmother and her grandson.

The narrative begins with a tragic backstory: Annapurnamma’s son, Pranay, marries Amrutha, but due to caste-based conflicts, Pranay is killed by Amrutha’s father. Years later, Amrutha dies of depression, leaving their son in Annapurnamma’s care. The movie focuses on how the grandmother raises her grandson and navigates the trials of life while ensuring his future and happiness.

Movie	Annapurnamma Gari Manavadu
Release Date	January 29, 2021
Director	Narra Shiva Nageswara Rao
Producer	MNR Chowdary (MNR Films)
Cast	Baladitya, Archana Shastry, Annapoorna, Thagubothu Ramesh, Raghu Babu, Vikram Chary, Vijayendra
Music	Raj Kiran
Cinematography	Satish Kumar
Genre	Family Drama, Comedy

Highlights
Strong and natural performance by Annapoorna.
Emotional portrayal of grandmother-grandson bond resonates with family audiences.
Suitable village backdrop and authentic depiction of rural life.
Light-hearted comedy and supporting performances provide relief.

Drawbacks
Predictable storyline with no major twists.
Some pacing issues and repetitive emotional sequences.
Limited novelty in narrative or cinematic presentation.

Verdict
Annapurnamma Gari Manavadu is a heartfelt family drama with a focus on values, relationships, and emotional connections. While it does not break new ground in storytelling, the sincere performances, particularly by Annapoorna, make it a watchable film for audiences who appreciate traditional family-centric narratives.

Amma Deevena traces the life‑journey of a woman, from childhood through her old age. The story centers on Lakshmamma (played by Aamani) who faces many trials and tribulations across her life.

In the film, Lakshmamma’s life is entwined with the expectations, responsibilities and sacrifices of being a daughter, wife, mother and elder. Supporting characters such as Posani Krishna Murali and Ajay Ghosh add to the familial and societal pressures around her.

Movie	Amma Deevena
Release Date	January 29, 2021
Director	Shiva Eturi
Producer	Athari Guruvaiah (Lakshmamma Productions)
Cast	Aamani, Posani Krishna Murali, Ajay Ghosh, Fida Mogal, Nishanth, and others
Music	Venkat Ajmeera
Cinematography	Siddam Manohar
Editor	Janaki Ram (Say Cinema)
Genre	Family Drama, Woman-oriented

Highlights
A strong lead performance by Aamani, carrying the film’s emotional weight.
A serious, woman‑oriented theme in Telugu cinema—less common and laudable.
Good visual tone and authentic depiction of life stages and milieu.
Suitable for family audiences who prefer message‑driven dramas.

Drawbacks
Predictable narrative and clichéd family drama elements.
Second half lacks narrative momentum and stronger conflict resolution.
Some characters and arcs are under‑written.
Music and screenplay not strong enough to elevate the film beyond its core premise.

Verdict
On the whole, Amma Deevena is a sincere attempt at a woman‑oriented family drama that offers some thoughtful moments and a fine performance by Aamani. However, it falls short of being compelling cinema due to a weak screenplay and limited narrative innovation.

For viewers who favour earnest, message‑driven films and don’t mind a slow pace, the film may be worth a watch. For those looking for gripping storytelling or cinematic flair, the film may disappoint.

30 Rojullo Preminchadam Ela” is a romantic drama built around the themes of reincarnation and destiny, with a touch of comedy. The story begins in pre-independence India, where a young couple (Pradeep Machiraju and Amritha Aiyer) share a deep bond but meet tragic ends under dire circumstances.

Fast forward to 2020, they are reborn as Arjun and Akshara, college students in Vizag. Despite their shared past, the two despise each other from the first day at college. The film introduces a body – switch twist—Arjun and Akshara swap bodies – which is supposed to bring drama, comedy, and romance. What follows is their journey of rediscovering love over thirty days, facing challenges, and navigating their past-life connection.

Movie	30 Rojullo Preminchadam Ela
Release Date	January 29, 2021
Director	Munna Dhulipudi
Producer	SV Babu (SV Productions)
Cast	Pradeep Machiraju, Amritha Aiyer, Posani Krishna Murali, Viva Harsha, Subhalekha Sudhakar, Hema, Hyper Aadi, Sivannarayana Naripeddi, Sruthi
Music	Anup Rubens
Cinematography	Dasaradhi Sivendra
Editor	Praveen K. L
Genre	Romantic Comedy, Reincarnation Drama

Highlights
Pradeep Machiraju’s debut as a hero and his screen presence.
Amritha Aiyer’s talent in emotional and light-hearted scenes.
Music by Anup Rubens, especially Neeli Neeli Aakasam.
First half comedy sequences have occasional charm.

Drawbacks
Outdated and clichéd reincarnation plot with predictable twists.
Poor execution of the body-switch concept.
Forced emotional sequences, especially family drama.
Dragging second half and weak climax.
Comedy and college sequences become repetitive and tiresome.

Verdict
30 Rojullo Preminchadam Ela” had the potential to be a fresh, entertaining romantic drama with its reincarnation theme and a viral hit song driving hype. Unfortunately, amateur direction, weak screenplay, and forced comedy overshadow its merits.

Pradeep Machiraju makes a commendable debut and shows promise as a lead actor. Music and visuals are highlights, but the film as a whole struggles to keep the audience engaged. For fans of light romantic comedies, it is a one-time watch, but the narrative fails to impress or deliver lasting entertainment.

Bangaru Bullodu revolves around Bhavani Prasad (Allari Naresh), a gold appraiser at a local Grameena Bank. Prasad is the youngest in his family but carries the responsibility of managing his household, including his grandfather (Tanikella Bharani), who once committed a grave sin – replacing temple jewelry with fakes decades ago.

To atone for this past misdeed, Prasad hatches a plan involving gold kept in the bank for loans. But complications arise when the rightful owner of the gold (Posani Krishna Murali) demands it back, setting off a series of comedic mishaps, family drama, and a love track with Kanaka Mahalakshmi (Pooja Jhaveri).

While the first half sets up the story with neat humor and engaging sequences, the second half loses steam, introducing unnecessary characters and forced romantic angles, eventually ending abruptly with minimal resolution.

Movie	Bangaru Bullodu
Release Date	January 23, 2021
Director	P. V. Giri (Giri Palika)
Cast	Allari Naresh, Pooja Jhaveri, Tanikella Bharani, Posani Krishna Murali, Vennela Kishore, Prudhvi Raj, Prabhas Srinu, Ajay Ghosh, Satyam Rajesh, Praveen
Producer	Sunkara Ramabrahman
Production Banner	AK Entertainments
Music	Sai Kartheek
Cinematography	Satish Muthyala
Editor	MR Varma

Highlights
Allari Naresh delivers natural comedy and anchors the film effectively.
Strong performances by Tanikella Bharani and Posani Krishna Murali.
First half has a neat screenplay and interesting story setup.
Village backdrop and production design evoke nostalgic 90s village dramas.

Drawbacks
Second half loses momentum and introduces unnecessary characters.
Forced romantic track and repetitive comedy dilute engagement.
Abrupt climax and thin emotional sequences.
Female characters are poorly written and objectified.

Verdict
On the whole, Bangaru Bullodu is a half-baked comedy that works in the first half but falters later due to forced sequences and predictable humor. Fans of Allari Naresh may enjoy his natural comedic timing and some of the village-based fun, but the film lacks novelty or impactful storytelling.
If you enjoy 90s-style village comedies and don’t mind a sluggish second half, Bangaru Bullodu can be a watchable experience. For others, it’s a forgettable, formulaic entertainer.

Super Over is a Telugu crime thriller that delves into the high-stakes world of cricket betting. The story follows three friends – Kaasi (Naveen Chandra), Vaasu (Rakendu Mouli), and Madhu (Chandini Chowdary) – who stumble into a huge win despite being novices at the game. However, this sudden fortune leads them into a web of trouble involving bookies, corrupt cops, and unpredictable events.

The narrative alternates between a present-day chase and flashbacks, slowly revealing how these ordinary youngsters get entangled in dangerous circumstances. While luck favors them initially, the ensuing cat-and-mouse game with a police officer (Ajay) and a greedy bookie (Praveen) keeps the suspense alive, leading to an unconventional, cliffhanger ending.

Movie	Super Over
Release Date	January 22, 2021
Director	Praveen Varma
Cast	Naveen Chandra, Chandini Chowdary, Rakendu Mouli, Ajay, Harsha Chemudu, Praveen
Producer	Sudheer Varma
Production Banner	SAS Pictures
Music	Sunny M.R.
Cinematography	Divakar Mani
Editor	S R Shekar
Streaming On	Aha Video

Highlights
Tight and focused 83-minute runtime
Impressive night-time cinematography and aerial shots
Gripping chase sequences and suspenseful screenplay
Strong chemistry among lead actors
Pulsating background score by Sunny M.R.

Drawbacks
Thin and predictable storyline
Unresolved cliffhanger ending
Limited scope for deep character development
Lack of traditional commercial elements like songs and action

Verdict
Super Over is a sleek, fast-paced crime thriller that focuses on luck, friendship, and the perils of illegal cricket betting. While the narrative has its flaws, including a thin storyline and an unsatisfying climax, the film succeeds in delivering tension, suspense, and visually appealing sequences.

For viewers who enjoy tightly executed OTT thrillers with a contemporary backdrop and strong technical execution, Super Over is a watchable fare.