Guntur Kaaram Review: Directed by renowned writer-director Trivikram Srinivas, “Guntur Kaaram” stars Mahesh Babu, Sreeleela, and Meenakshi Chaudhary in pivotal roles. Released during Sankranti, the film, despite being highly anticipated, falls short of expectations due to its unconvincing storyline and superficial emotional depth. Nonetheless, Mahesh Babu’s dynamic performance offers a glimmer of appeal to his fans.
Trivikram’s attempt to blend family drama with commercial elements results in a disjointed narrative, failing to excel as either an emotional drama or a full-fledged entertainer. The dialogues are a mixed bag, some impactful while others miss the mark. Light-hearted comedy scenes with Mahesh Babu, Sreeleela, and Vennela Kishore provide occasional amusement.
Mahesh, portraying Vyra Venkata Ramana Reddy, shines with his charismatic screen presence. Sreeleela, as Amutya aka Ammu, captivates with her dance skills and stunning appearance. However, the screenplay and romantic subplot lack chemistry. Meenakshi, portraying Raji, has limited but effective screen time. The ensemble cast featuring Ramya Krishna, Jayaram, Prakash Raj, Jagapathi Babu, Vennela Kishore, Rao Ramesh, Easwari Rao, Murali Sharma, Sunil, Rahul Ravindran, and others deliver commendable performances.
S Thaman’s music and background score mirrors the film’s inconsistency. Whether it’s an intended effect or some issue with the sound mixing, the output sounded a bit uneven. Cinematographer Manoj Paramahamsa leaves an impressive mark with his camera work, especially with those continuous follow-through shots. But the overall output needed better editing.
In conclusion, Guntur Kaaram is a film of contrasting qualities. While Mahesh Babu’s vibrant performance stands as a highlight, the film struggles to weave these into a cohesive and emotionally impactful narrative. Despite its striking cinematography and moments of engaging humour, the lack of depth in story leaves the audience wanting more.
