Starring: Ajay, Gnaneswari, Vivek Trivedi, Urvashi Paradesi, Pragya Nayan, Shubalekha Sudhakar ,Rajeev Kanakala, Suresh Priya, Srikanth Iyyengar, Raj Tirandasu
Director: Chetkuri Madhusudhan
Producer: Sahasra Creations
Music Director: Bharat Manchiraju
Cinematography: G V Ajay Kumar
Chakravyuham, featuring Ajay in a crucial role, has been released today. Directed by Chetkuri Madhusudhan and produced by Sahasra Creations. The film is presented by the popular production house Mythri Movie Makers. Let’s delve into the review.
Story:
Chakravyuham revolves around the mysterious murder of Siri (Urvashi Paradesi), the wife of Sanjay Rao (Vivek Trivedi). S.I. Satya (Ajay) takes charge of the investigation and initially suspects Sanjay as the culprit. Alongside, he also casts doubt on Sharath, a close friend and business partner of Sanjay Rao. The murder is accompanied by the disappearance of cash and gold worth one crore from the house. Satya’s attention is drawn towards a maid working in Siri’s house. The film explores the identity of the true murderer and the motives behind the crime.
Plus Points:
The film begins on a promising note, swiftly diving into the plot without any unnecessary delays. Ajay’s portrayal of the investigating officer is engaging, and his visualized reconstructions of the murder sequence from various perspectives add an intriguing touch. These initial scenes successfully capture the viewer’s attention.
Chakravyuham manages to salvage itself from being a run-of-the-mill crime thriller with its impressive climax. Ajay, Vivek Trivedi, and Urvashi Paradesi deliver commendable performances in their respective roles. Pragya Nayan also gives a decent performance. With a runtime of around 110 minutes, the film maintains a good pace. The movie effectively conveys the message that “Greed causes more sorrow.”
Minus Points:
Although the film starts off strong, it soon loses momentum. The narrative takes a nosedive as lengthy flashback sequences are introduced. Unfortunately, these portions feel dull and fail to maintain the initial gripping impact.
The twists revealed during the latter half of the second act come across as silly and lack conviction. The film also includes some illogical and over-the-top scenes. Ajay’s character could have been better developed, as he solves the case without encountering significant challenges.
As the story progresses, the investigation segments lose their strength. A well-executed background score is crucial for thrillers, but Chakravyuham falters in this aspect as well.
Verdict:
Chakravyuham, on the whole, falls short as an uninteresting whodunit thriller. Apart from a few notable scenes, the film fails to hold the audience’s attention, despite the commendable performances by Ajay and the rest of the cast. The execution of the movie leaves much to be desired, resulting in a disappointing viewing experience.