Starring: Nithiin, Sreeleela, Dr. Rajasekhar, Sudhev Nair, Rao Ramesh, Rohini, Sampath Raj, Brahmaji, Hyper Aadhi & others
Director: Vakkantham Vamsi
Producers: N. Sudhakar Reddy, Nikitha Reddy
Music Director: Harris Jayaraj
Nithin, who last delivered a hit with ‘Bheesma’ is in desperate need of a hit. His next movies ‘Maestro’ and ‘Macherla Niyojakavargam’ failed to meet the expectations. He teamed up with Vakkantham Vasmi for an entertainer ‘Extra Ordinary Man”. Let’s see whether Vakkantham Vamsi who failed to prove as a director with ‘Naa Peru Surya’ can deliver a hit or not.
Story:
“Extra Ordinary Man” follows the story of Abhinay (Nithiin), a junior artist aspiring to become a hero. His life takes a turn when he meets Lithika (Sreeleela), falls in love, and rises to become the CEO of her company. But as opportunities arise for him to step into the spotlight, unforeseen events lead to a dramatic transformation. The film unravels Abhi’s journey, exploring what prompts his drastic change and the events that shaped his character.
Positives:
Nithiin shines in a role that showcases his comedic prowess, offering entertaining and laughter-inducing moments.
Rao Ramesh delivers a standout performance, particularly in his scenes alongside Nithiin, contributing to the film’s enjoyable moments.
The film embraces comedy effectively, thanks to well-crafted characterizations and humorous elements.
Negatives:
The film leans heavily on comedy, overshadowing a lackluster storyline that relies on trendy dialogues and character-driven moments.
Sreeleela’s character lacks depth, seemingly chosen more for appearance and dance skills than substantial development.
Sudev Nair’s portrayal as the villain falls short, suggesting potential for improvement in casting choices.
Technical Aspects:
Vakkantham Vamsi’s writing showcases potential but lacks focus, resulting in a screenplay that could have been more robust, particularly in the second half.
Harris Jayaraj’s score is decent, but the songs don’t contribute significantly to the film’s overall impact.
Cinematography by Arthur A. Wilson, Yuvraj J, and Sai Sriram stands out, complementing the production’s high values.
Editing could have been more refined, especially in the latter part of the film.
Verdict:
“Extra Ordinary Man” offers moments of engaging comedy and commendable performances from Nithiin and Rao Ramesh. However, the film falters with a simplistic storyline, lack of engaging scenes, and a weaker second-half screenplay. If you’re willing to overlook these aspects, the film might offer a decent watch, especially for its comedic elements.