Starring: Sri Simha Koduri, Neha Solanki, Rajeev Kanakala, John Vijay, Varshini Sounderajan, Nandini Rai, Viva Harsha, and others.
Director: Praneeth Bramandapally
Producers: Arjun Dasyan, Yash Rangineni, Singanamala Kalyan
Music Director: Kaala Bhairava
Sri Simha Koduri, known for his debut crime comedy thriller “Mathu Vadalara,” returns with another intriguing crime comedy titled “Bhaag Saale.” Let’s take a look at how the film fares.
Story:
Arjun (Sri Simha Koduri), a middle-class youngster, falls in love with Maya (Neha Solanki), a wealthy woman. Arjun, pretending to be affluent, convinces Maya of his wealth. However, their lives take a turn when Samuel (John Vijay) targets Maya’s family for the rare diamond known as Shaali Shuka Gaja (SSG). With Maya’s father kidnapped by Samuel, who demands the ring as ransom, Maya seeks help from Arjun. What unfolds next? Does Arjun manage to find the ring? Who possesses the valuable jewel? “Bhaag Saale” holds the answers.
Plus Points:
Sri Simha Koduri delivers a commendable performance, showcasing notable improvements in comedy and action.
John Vijay impresses with his excellent comic timing, opening doors for more villainous roles in Telugu films.
Comedians Sudarshan and Satya provide solid performances, tickling the funny bone of the audience.
Rajeev Kanakala impresses with his dialogues and acting as the hero’s father.
The music plays a significant role in enhancing many scenes.
Minus Points:
The film suffers from the execution of a familiar storyline, failing to deliver an immersive experience.
The second half lacks proper narration, with unnecessary scenes and a sluggish screenplay testing the audience’s patience.
Neha Solanki’s character lacks depth, not giving her enough opportunities to showcase her talent.
The film could have benefited from additional comedy scenes and better-developed supporting characters.
Verdict:
“Bhaag Saale” is a crime comedy thriller with a sluggish narration, particularly in the second half. While Sri Simha Koduri’s performance and some comedy scenes are satisfactory, the film’s poor screenplay and lack of engaging storytelling make it difficult to recommend. It’s better to keep your expectations low if you decide to watch this film.