Starring: Sree Vishnu, Reba Monica John, Naresh, Sudarshan, Srikanth Iyengar, Vennela Kishore, and others
Director: Ram Abbaraju
Producer: Razesh Danda
Music Directors: Gopi Sundar
Promising actor Sree Vishnu’s latest movie, “Samajavaragamana,” directed by Ram Abbaraju, released today. Prior to its release, the film had generated a decent buzz. Let’s dive into our review to discover whether the movie successfully entertained the audience or not.
Story:
Bala Subrahmanyam (Sree Vishnu), also known as Balu, works as a ticket seller at a popular multiplex in Hyderabad. His father, Uma Maheshwara Rao (Naresh), is determined to complete his degree and encounters Sarayu (Reba Monica John) in an exam hall. Sarayu eventually becomes a paying guest at Uma’s house and falls in love with Balu, who typically treats all girls as sisters. Gradually, Balu also develops feelings for her. However, he uncovers a shocking story about Sarayu’s family. The subsequent events and Balu’s quest to resolve the issue form the crux of the story.
Plus Points:
Director Ram Abbaraju returns with another neat comedy drama after “Vivaha Bhojanambu.” His narration, particularly in the first half, is a standout feature of the movie, devoid of any dull moments.
Sree Vishnu delivers a commendable performance in a comedy role, displaying great ease. His comedic timing is an asset, and he effectively utilizes it throughout the film. He impresses with his witty punches and emotionally charged dialogues.
Reba Monica John pleasantly surprises with her portrayal. Typically, heroines don’t have much space in comedy films, but in “Samajavaragamana,” she skillfully handles both comedic and emotional scenes. Additionally, her impressive dance skills are a delight to watch.
Naresh Vijaya Krishna once again demonstrates his ability to effortlessly tackle any role. His portrayal of an elderly student striving to complete his bachelor’s degree is enjoyable, with his attire and expressions evoking laughter.
Srikanth Iyengar also delivers a strong performance in his respective role. Vennela Kishore, despite having a smaller part, manages to elicit laughter whenever he appears on screen. The remaining cast members perform adequately in their respective roles.
Sree Vishnu’s monologue scene and spontaneous dialogues throughout the movie are captivating on screen.
Minus Points:
While the story is interesting, the latter half feels somewhat dragged. The director could have paid better attention to the screenplay in the second half. However, the first half exhibits a well-crafted screenplay, effectively narrating the story without any lags.
The film features several key characters, and the director could have utilized them more effectively. For example, Sudarshan, known for his comedic timing, could have been given more scenes to evoke additional laughter. Rajiv Kanakala’s character could also have been better developed.
The scenes involving Srikanth Iyengar become monotonous as his dialogues on relationships become repetitive, leading to a sense of tedium.
The director’s intention to make “Samajavaragamana” a hilarious family entertainer is understandable. However, better attention should have been given to handle the emotional scenes, particularly in the climax, as the drama feels somewhat forced.
The songs, apart from a couple of exceptions, are not particularly memorable and tend to fade from memory once the movie concludes.
Verdict:
On the whle, “Samajavaragamana” is a delightful and captivating family entertainer that manages to deliver laughs and solid performances by Sree Vishnu, Naresh, and Reba Monica. While a few repetitive scenes in the second half slightly diminish the overall experience, the film remains a great choice for audiences this weekend.