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Rating: ⭐ 2.75/5Punchline: Thandel – A Musical Magic That Loses FocusReviewed by: RamBabu Parvathaneni Thandel (2025): Behind the Scenes After a mixed run at the box office with Thank You and Custody, Naga Chaitanya reunites with Sai Pallavi under the direction of Chandoo Mondeti for Thandel, a film set against the backdrop of Indo-Pak conflicts and the struggles of fishermen. Given the director’s past success with Karthikeya 2 and Chaitanya’s dedication to the role—including mastering the Srikakulam dialect—expectations were high. But does Thandel live up to the hype? Let’s find out. Thandel (2025): Story Review The film revolves around Raju…

Rating: ⭐ 2/5Punchline: Ramam Raghavam – Emotional but Exhausting!Reviewed by: RamBabu Parvathaneni Ramam Raghavam (2025): Behind the Scenes Actor Dhanraj takes on a dual role as both lead actor and director in Ramam Raghavam, a father-son emotional drama featuring powerhouse performer Samuthirakani. With a story inspired by real-life incidents, the film hit theaters on February 21, 2025. But does it strike an emotional chord or turn into a melodramatic drag? Let’s find out. Ramam Raghavam (2025): Story Review The film revolves around Dasaratha Ramam (Samuthirakani), a principled government employee who dreams of seeing his son Raghav (Dhanraj) become a doctor.…

Rating: ⭐ 2.5/5Punchline: Mazaka – Maza Kaasthe!Reviewed by: RamBabu Parvathaneni Mazaka Movie Review (2025): Behind the Scenes Sundeep Kishan, fresh off the success of Ooru Peru Bhairava Kona, teams up with Trinadha Rao Nakkina, the director behind the mass hit Dhamaka, for the family entertainer Mazaka. With high expectations and a festive Shivratri release, does the film live up to the hype? Let’s dive into the review. Mazaka (2025): Story Review Mazaka is a family drama infused with romance and comedy, centered around the relationship between a father and son. Ramana (Rao Ramesh), a visa consultant, is eager to find…

Sabdham Movie Review Rating: ⭐ 2.5/5Punchline: Sabdham – Sounds Good in Parts!Reviewed by: RamBabu Parvathaneni Sabdham Movie Review (2025): Behind the Scenes Sabdham Movie Review – Aadhi Pinisetty, known for his gripping performances, stars in Sabdham, a horror thriller directed by Arivazhagan Venkatachalam. With a unique premise revolving around paranormal investigations and supernatural forces, the movie released on 28th February 2025. But does it deliver spine-chilling horror, or does it fall into the trap of predictability? Let’s find out. Sabdham (2025): Story Review The film follows Vyuma Vaidyalingam (Aadhi Pinisetty), a Mumbai-based paranormal investigator hired to look into the mysterious…

Rating: ⭐ 1.5/5Punchline: Aghathiyaa – A Fantasy That Falls FlatReviewed by: RamBabu Parvathaneni Behind the Scenes Director Pa. Vijay brings together Jiiva and Arjun Sarja in Aghathiyaa, a film that attempts to blend mystery, supernatural elements, and emotional drama. With its release on 28th February 2025, expectations were high, but does the film deliver? Let’s find out. Story Review Aghathiyaa follows a struggling director (Jiiva) who faces a professional and personal crisis when his film’s production is canceled, leaving him unable to afford treatment for his ailing mother (Rohini), who is battling cancer. Desperate for a solution, he makes a…

Boman Irani’s Directorial Debut Delivers Emotional Depth but Stumbles in the Final Act ⭐ Rating: 3/5 Starring: Boman Irani, Avinash Tiwary, Shreya Chaudhry, Puja SarupDirector: Boman IraniStreaming On: Prime Video A Visual and Emotional Treat with a Powerful Father-Son Dynamic Boman Irani makes his directorial debut with The Mehta Boys, an emotionally rich yet uneven drama that explores the fragile relationship between a father and son. Featuring breathtaking visuals and heartfelt performances, the film sets up a strong narrative but falters in its final act. Set against the backdrop of Mumbai, The Mehta Boys is filled with poetic and picturesque…

Director: Aarti KadavCast: Sanya Malhotra, Nishant Dahiya, Kanwaljit SinghStreaming on: ZEE5Rating: ⭐⭐½ (2.5/5) Aarti Kadav’s Mrs is a near scene-by-scene retelling of the acclaimed Malayalam film The Great Indian Kitchen. While the film remains faithful to its source material, it struggles to recreate the original’s hard-hitting impact. Despite a strong performance from Sanya Malhotra, Mrs falls short in delivering the same emotional depth and intensity that made The Great Indian Kitchen a powerful feminist statement. A Faithful Yet Underwhelming Adaptation At its core, Mrs explores themes of patriarchy, female agency, and the crushing monotony of domestic life. The story follows…

Sakthivel’s Ring Ring attempts to explore the complexities of relationships through a daring social experiment, but it falls short in execution. The film, heavily inspired by Khel Khel Mein (2024)—which itself is an official remake of the 2016 Italian classic Perfect Strangers—fails to root its story in a way that resonates with the audience. A Familiar Premise, But Lacking Depth The original concept revolves around a group of friends placing their phones on the table, agreeing to publicly read every message and take every call. Khel Khel Mein cleverly integrated this premise into an Indian wedding setting, adding cultural depth…

It’s been a few days since Pushpa 2: The Rule made its much-anticipated debut on Netflix on January 30th. While the Allu Arjun starrer has managed to pull in a decent viewership, its performance hasn’t quite lived up to the massive expectations surrounding the film. According to media reports, Pushpa 2 collected ₹5.8 million in its first week on OTT. While this might seem impressive on the surface, it falls short when compared to other recent blockbusters like Animal (₹6.2 million) and Fighter (₹5.9 million). The fact that Pushpa 2 lagged behind Fighter, a film that didn’t generate as much…

After delivering cinematic blockbusters like Sivaji: The Boss, Nayak: The Real Hero, Aparichit, and Indian, expectations were sky-high for S. Shankar’s Game Changer. However, despite featuring big names like Ram Charan and Kiara Advani, the film turned out to be a massive box office disaster. Made on a staggering budget of ₹450 crores, the film struggled to cross ₹180 crores domestically and barely scraped ₹30 crores from overseas markets. Despite its star-studded cast, Game Changer failed to strike a chord with audiences, becoming one of the biggest disappointments in recent times. And, of course, no flop film escapes the wrath…