Movie Review: GOVINDUDU ANDARIVADELE (By Hapra)
Rating: 3/5
Cast: Ram Charan, Prakash Raj, Jayasudha, Srikanth, Kajal, Kamilinee and others
Cinematogrpaher: Sameer Reddy
Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja
Writing: Paruchuri Brothers
Story- Screenplay-Direction: Krishna Vamsi
Release date: 1st October, 2014
In a bid to move away from his trademark mass-image, Ram Charan tried his hand at a pure family entertainer this time. Though Krishna Vamsi is out of form, he is the best when it comes to carving out such emotionally gripping films. This combination delivered Govindudu Andarivadele. Let us have look at it.
The CONTENT
It starts on a simple note as go-lucky kind guy Abhiram (Ram Charan) comes to know that his dad (Rahman) left his big family in India for lucrative doctor job and status in London. To reunite his dad with his large family Abhi comes to India. He finds out a way to settle down in his granddad (Prakash Raj) house and then starts tweaking solutions for problems in the family. Meanwhile he encounters with his cousin Satya (Kajal) and then his baabai Bangari (Srikanth). After Satya knows who Abhi really is, what happens is the rest of flick.
The EFFORT :
On-Screen:
Ram Charan is simply stunning. He mesmerized one and all with his new look, modulation, body language and performance. He stands tall in delivering subtle emotions with limitless acting capabilities as if like another lover-boy hero. Undoubtedly this is not just his career best but also another award winning show from Charan. Those who have doubts about his stone-faced acting should now really hide their faces.
Prakash Raj is complete show stealer with his natural and thunderous performance. He just slips into the dress of character and delivers a riveting output. There is no way one could point out fingers at him. After him, it is Jayasudha whose natural expressions churn out tears in our eyes. Shes just got limited time onscreen, but that is enough to grind hearts.
Kajal Agarwal is ultra glamorous in the movie and at the same time heavily romantic. Most of her scenes with Charan involve sensuous kissing and exposing her toned back. There is much to boast about her performance too, but the beauty-relief she provided is top notch.
Srikanth has proved that there is none second to him. He is the comic relief in the movie as a spoiled brat and irresponsible son. His histrionics helps people laugh like anything at certain instances. Other actors like Kamalini, Kota, Posani, Rao Ramesh, Paruchuri have done their part.
Off-Screen:
For a second it seems there are no words to describe Krishna Vamsi. Even without selecting any complex twisty and unpredictable story, he delivered something audiences cannot forget for years. Weaving out a terrific emotional quotient that has pure and natural performances from all the actors is something possible only when director has clear understanding and confidence over his work. Had he selected a fantabulous script, surely this film would have been in another level.
After director, it is cinematographer Sameer Reddys work that stands tall. He simply made naturalistic village terrain look more vibrant and energetic. Its not always camera angles and compositions, sometimes a stroke of simplicity is needed to penetrate emotions into audiences. Sameer used his canvas quite brilliantly to accomplish Krishna Vamsis mission.
Yuvan Shankar Raj did his best with background score. While songs are haunting and catchy for music lovers, for general audiences his quality re-recording work enhanced the emotional experience. Dialogues by Paruchuri brothers are natural and sound like something we hear in our family every day.
Art director Ashok makes sure that Telugu nativity never misses the movie, and yet we dont feel that heavy art-work got pushed into every scene to bring that sense. Editor Naveen Nuli however took huge pressure, as it is clearly visible that many portions of the flick were trimmed brutally.
The PLUSES:
· Brand New Ram Charan
· Explosive Prakash Raj
· Emotional quotient
· Charan-Kajals romance (both songs and scenes)
The MINUSES:
· Simple story with predictable scenes
· Lack of comedy in epic proportions
BREAKDOWN:
Delivering family oriented feel-good movies isnt new for Krishna Vamsi, but conveying such stuff with a highly rated and successful star hero of masses is something new. Ram Charan is a wonder at box office as his mammoth image draws heavy crowds even for average content. This duo has now proved that they could do magic by showcasing something audiences havent seen so far. Govindudu Andarivadele simply enthralls you in the first half and second half is spellbinding with heavy emotions.
Just in the first appearance, Ram Charan reveals the story saying that we have to take care of our family even when none takes care of it. Govindudu Andarivadele unfolds simply in UK and then it travels to India like a documentary. However, the Telugu nativity and family theme will prepare our minds by then about what is going to happen. As Charan swiftly shuffles between a lover-boy image and another family-hero stroke, it is a treat to watch every scene. Once Prakash Raj enters the board, there is not stopping for this duo. Both portray every possible emotional nuance seen between Grandpa and Grandson, though unknowingly. This is undeniably Charans answer to critics who are worried about this acting potential.
And Kajals ultra glamorous appearance makes us go crazy for more. Srikanth brings in laughs with his comic timing, while Posani does the same. Fights are just for the sake of masses, but Charans body language simply shocks us. He is flawless at them again. It might not be a big bang interval and twisted, unfolded kind of climax, but the poignant connect between each character moves our hearts deep. By the end, its sure everyone walks with at least one tear drop rolling out from the edge of eye in happiness.
Sensible and family-oriented cinema is missing in Tollywood from a while as almost all star-heroes are focusing on delivering action flicks with high octane heroic content. After Seethamma Vaakitlo Sirimalle Chettu, Ram Charan and Krishna Vamsis Govindudu Andarivadele is going to spell a cloud of magic and happiness for family audiences across all centers.
The FINISHING Line: No statements, Just emotions
Review By: Hapra
Rating: 3/5
Cast: Ram Charan, Prakash Raj, Jayasudha, Srikanth, Kajal, Kamilinee and others
Cinematogrpaher: Sameer Reddy
Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja
Writing: Paruchuri Brothers
Story- Screenplay-Direction: Krishna Vamsi
Release date: 1st October, 2014
In a bid to move away from his trademark mass-image, Ram Charan tried his hand at a pure family entertainer this time. Though Krishna Vamsi is out of form, he is the best when it comes to carving out such emotionally gripping films. This combination delivered Govindudu Andarivadele. Let us have look at it.
The CONTENT
It starts on a simple note as go-lucky kind guy Abhiram (Ram Charan) comes to know that his dad (Rahman) left his big family in India for lucrative doctor job and status in London. To reunite his dad with his large family Abhi comes to India. He finds out a way to settle down in his granddad (Prakash Raj) house and then starts tweaking solutions for problems in the family. Meanwhile he encounters with his cousin Satya (Kajal) and then his baabai Bangari (Srikanth). After Satya knows who Abhi really is, what happens is the rest of flick.
The EFFORT :
On-Screen:
Ram Charan is simply stunning. He mesmerized one and all with his new look, modulation, body language and performance. He stands tall in delivering subtle emotions with limitless acting capabilities as if like another lover-boy hero. Undoubtedly this is not just his career best but also another award winning show from Charan. Those who have doubts about his stone-faced acting should now really hide their faces.
Prakash Raj is complete show stealer with his natural and thunderous performance. He just slips into the dress of character and delivers a riveting output. There is no way one could point out fingers at him. After him, it is Jayasudha whose natural expressions churn out tears in our eyes. Shes just got limited time onscreen, but that is enough to grind hearts.
Kajal Agarwal is ultra glamorous in the movie and at the same time heavily romantic. Most of her scenes with Charan involve sensuous kissing and exposing her toned back. There is much to boast about her performance too, but the beauty-relief she provided is top notch.
Srikanth has proved that there is none second to him. He is the comic relief in the movie as a spoiled brat and irresponsible son. His histrionics helps people laugh like anything at certain instances. Other actors like Kamalini, Kota, Posani, Rao Ramesh, Paruchuri have done their part.
Off-Screen:
For a second it seems there are no words to describe Krishna Vamsi. Even without selecting any complex twisty and unpredictable story, he delivered something audiences cannot forget for years. Weaving out a terrific emotional quotient that has pure and natural performances from all the actors is something possible only when director has clear understanding and confidence over his work. Had he selected a fantabulous script, surely this film would have been in another level.
After director, it is cinematographer Sameer Reddys work that stands tall. He simply made naturalistic village terrain look more vibrant and energetic. Its not always camera angles and compositions, sometimes a stroke of simplicity is needed to penetrate emotions into audiences. Sameer used his canvas quite brilliantly to accomplish Krishna Vamsis mission.
Yuvan Shankar Raj did his best with background score. While songs are haunting and catchy for music lovers, for general audiences his quality re-recording work enhanced the emotional experience. Dialogues by Paruchuri brothers are natural and sound like something we hear in our family every day.
Art director Ashok makes sure that Telugu nativity never misses the movie, and yet we dont feel that heavy art-work got pushed into every scene to bring that sense. Editor Naveen Nuli however took huge pressure, as it is clearly visible that many portions of the flick were trimmed brutally.
The PLUSES:
· Brand New Ram Charan
· Explosive Prakash Raj
· Emotional quotient
· Charan-Kajals romance (both songs and scenes)
The MINUSES:
· Simple story with predictable scenes
· Lack of comedy in epic proportions
BREAKDOWN:
Delivering family oriented feel-good movies isnt new for Krishna Vamsi, but conveying such stuff with a highly rated and successful star hero of masses is something new. Ram Charan is a wonder at box office as his mammoth image draws heavy crowds even for average content. This duo has now proved that they could do magic by showcasing something audiences havent seen so far. Govindudu Andarivadele simply enthralls you in the first half and second half is spellbinding with heavy emotions.
Just in the first appearance, Ram Charan reveals the story saying that we have to take care of our family even when none takes care of it. Govindudu Andarivadele unfolds simply in UK and then it travels to India like a documentary. However, the Telugu nativity and family theme will prepare our minds by then about what is going to happen. As Charan swiftly shuffles between a lover-boy image and another family-hero stroke, it is a treat to watch every scene. Once Prakash Raj enters the board, there is not stopping for this duo. Both portray every possible emotional nuance seen between Grandpa and Grandson, though unknowingly. This is undeniably Charans answer to critics who are worried about this acting potential.
And Kajals ultra glamorous appearance makes us go crazy for more. Srikanth brings in laughs with his comic timing, while Posani does the same. Fights are just for the sake of masses, but Charans body language simply shocks us. He is flawless at them again. It might not be a big bang interval and twisted, unfolded kind of climax, but the poignant connect between each character moves our hearts deep. By the end, its sure everyone walks with at least one tear drop rolling out from the edge of eye in happiness.
Sensible and family-oriented cinema is missing in Tollywood from a while as almost all star-heroes are focusing on delivering action flicks with high octane heroic content. After Seethamma Vaakitlo Sirimalle Chettu, Ram Charan and Krishna Vamsis Govindudu Andarivadele is going to spell a cloud of magic and happiness for family audiences across all centers.
The FINISHING Line: No statements, Just emotions
Review By: Hapra