Cast: Anushka Shetty, Naveen Polishetty, Jayasudha, Nassar, Murali Sharma, Abhinav Gomatam
Director: P. Mahesh Babu
Producers: Pramod, Vamsi Krishna Reddy
Anushka Shetty, who last scored a hit with “Bhaagmathie” took a long break from movies and came out with “Miss Shetty and Mr Polishetty” which got released today. Anushka’s last release was “Nishabdam” which didn’t have a theatrical release as it was directly released on OTT.
Story:
Anvita, portrayed by Anushka, is a renowned chef living in London. Following the passing of her mother, she yearns to overcome her solitude by becoming a mother herself, without the need for marriage or a physical relationship. With this unique aspiration in mind, Anvita embarks on a journey to India in search of a suitable partner for her unconventional plan. There, she crosses paths with Siddhu, a stand-up comedian played by Naveen Polishetty.
When Anvita candidly shares her audacious idea with Siddhu, he is taken aback, and the rest of the film unfolds as both parties navigate the complexities of this unusual proposition. The story revolves around their interactions and decisions as they grapple with the implications and challenges of Anvita’s unorthodox desire.
Analysis:
“Miss Shetty Mr. Polishetty” opens with emotionally charged scenes featuring Anvitha (portrayed by Anushka) and her mother, portrayed by Jayasudha. It’s quite surprising to witness these sentimental moments lasting for a solid 15 minutes right at the start of the film. From a screenplay perspective, this portion could have been presented more effectively through flashbacks. However, the introduction of the hero, Naveen, brings a sense of relief to the audience.
Unfortunately, the film’s comedy doesn’t stem from the narrative itself but relies heavily on Naveen’s stand-up comedy routines. The central premise, Anvita’s desire to have a child without engaging in sexual relations, is conveyed in a partially convincing manner. Overall, the first half of the film concludes on a somewhat mediocre note.
In the post-intermission segment, the movie manages to engage the audience for about 45 minutes, thanks to Naveen’s excellent comedic timing. However, after this point, the film takes a plunge into a flat and uninteresting phase. The narrative fails to provide a reasonable justification for Anvitha’s change of heart regarding granting the hero the status of the child’s father.
Naveen’s character stands out as the film’s sole saving grace. Nirav Shah’s cinematography shines, offering a perfect urban look to the film. Although Radhan’s songs fail to make a lasting impression, the background score adequately complements the movie.
Positives:
Lighter vein theme
Naveen Polishetty’s acting
Negatives:
Non-engaging first half
Songs
Weak climax
Story
Verdict:
On the whole, the movie manages to resonate with the younger audience to a certain degree. Mr. Naveen Polishetty shines brightly as the film’s savior, effortlessly delivering comedy and a compelling performance. However, the first half of the movie falls into mediocrity, and the climax lacks the necessary punch. The songs prove to be a significant disappointment. In summary, if you’re a fan of Polishetty’s work, it’s worth a watch.