Starring: Vijay Antony, Kavya Thapar, Yogi Babu, Radha Ravi, YG Mahendran, Mansoor Ali Khan ,Hareesh Peradi, John Vijay, Dev Gill
Director: Vijay Antony
Producers: Fatima Vijay Antony
Music Director: Vijay Antony
“Bichagadu 2” is a standalone sequel to the 2016 blockbuster, “Bichagadu.” Actor Vijay Antony makes his directorial debut with this sequel, which generated significant buzz through its promotional content. The film has been released, and our review will provide insights into its quality.
Story:
Vijay Gurumurthy (Vijay Antony) is the 7th richest person in India. His colleague and friend, Aravind (Dev Gill), along with his gang, murders Vijay for his wealth and replaces his brain with the brain of Satya (Vijay Antony), a beggar. Satya seeks revenge by killing them and initiates the Anti Bikili project. What is the Anti Bikili project? What prompted Satya to eliminate Aravind and the others? The film reveals the answers.
Plus Points:
With the film being a sequel to the blockbuster “Bichagadu,” expectations are high. The makers have clarified that it is a standalone sequel.
The storyline is well-crafted, and Vijay Antony effectively executes it in his directorial debut, particularly in the first hour. The initial 30 minutes are particularly captivating and crucial for the rest of the film.
Vijay Antony delivers a decent performance as an actor, especially in the impressive climax scene.
Dev Gill, Hareesh Peradi, and John Vijay provide satisfactory performances in their respective roles. The production values are commendable, and the dubbing enhances the film’s Telugu essence.
Minus Points:
While the storyline is commendable, Vijay Antony could have narrated the second half of the story in a more engaging manner, as he fails to sustain the same level of interest as in the first half. A stronger screenplay for the second half could have made the film more captivating.
The concept of the Anti-Bikili project is interesting, but its execution could have been better. The director takes some cinematic liberties in the scenes related to the project.
Kavya Thapar’s character lacks importance in the movie, and it is unclear what motivated her to accept the role. The emotional scenes between Satya and his sister Rani are not written in a way that establishes a strong emotional connection with the audience, unlike in “Bichagadu.”
The forgettable songs composed by Vijay Antony and the casting of Yogi Babu and other actors contribute little to the film. The filmmakers should have paid more attention to the appearance of Satya.
Verdict:
Overall, “Bichagadu 2” is a film that has its moments. The well- crafted storyline, Vijay Antony’s performance, and the emotional climax are the film’s highlights. Despite a few dull moments, the movie can be enjoyed this weekend, but it is advisable to keep expectations modest.