Cast: Niharika Kodhaty, Drishika Chander, Madhunandan, Bhargava Poludasu, Bhavana Durgam, Samarth Yug, Devi Nagavalli
Director: Ravi Prakash Bodapat
Producers: Prasad Tiruvalluri, Pushyami Dowleswarapu
Ravi Prakash Bodapati’s latest directorial venture, “The Story of a Beautiful Girl,” has been creating quite a buzz in the film industry. The teaser and trailer of the film have garnered a positive response from the audience, generating high anticipation for its release on May 12, 2023.
While the OTT rights for the film are yet to be acquired, it is expected that the movie will have a theatrical run before its streaming debut. Fans are eagerly waiting to witness the magic that this film will bring to the big screen.
Story:
“The Story of a Beautiful Girl” revolves around the sudden disappearance of a young woman and the shocking revelations that follow. Chaitra, a renowned voice artist, goes missing under mysterious circumstances in the outskirts of the city, causing a stir among the public. The case is assigned to CI Basha, from the Crime and Homicide Investigation team in Telangana, who teams up with Aditya, a member of the Rapid Investigation Force from Mumbai, to unravel the mystery.
As the investigation progresses, a series of unexpected twists and turns come to light. The story delves into the complex web of connections between Chaitra’s ex-boyfriend Ravi, Vikram Tyagi, the CEO of Antra, Vyjayanthi, a TV reporter from TV19, and others, which ultimately leads to the truth behind Chaitra’s disappearance. To uncover the truth behind the case and the fate of the beautiful girl, one must watch the movie on the big screen.
Artists Performances:
Nihal Kodhaty effortlessly slipped into his role, showcasing youthful innocence and exuberance while in love with the beautiful female lead, and portraying pain and heartbreak as she starts to ignore him. He effectively conveyed his character’s emotions and concerns through his nuanced expressions and variations in emotions.
Drishika Chander, who played the female lead, was a sight to behold on screen. Her vivacious and bubbly personality, coupled with her captivating smile, won the hearts of the audience. She delivered an impactful performance, displaying good expressions and emotions throughout the movie.
Madhunandan delivered a convincing performance as the CI, while Bhargava Poludasu effectively portrayed the emotions and feelings of a cop when a criminal escapes due to lack of evidence in court. Samarth Yug looked stylish and performed well in his role as the CEO, while Devi Nagavalli was decent in her portrayal of the anchor. The supporting cast also delivered good performances in their respective roles.
Advantages:
BGM
Premise
Disadvantages:
Illogical scenes
Editing
The pace of the movie
Verdict:
Life of a Beautiful Girl is a romantic crime thriller that aims to convey a powerful message to society about the need for emotional support to avoid becoming soft targets for criminals. The film is based on real-life incidents, which adds to its intrigue. However, the message, while important, is not substantial enough to sustain the film’s two-hour runtime. Director Ravi Prakash Bodapati attempted to compensate for this by including a romantic angle, which seems to have been given more importance than the investigation process, diluting the film’s intended message. Although the story premise is interesting, the script and screenplay could have been fine-tuned to make a greater impact.