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Saturday, April 20, 2024
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TELUGU PREMA KAVALI
EDITOR'S PICK
Rating: ** 1/2
It is the high voltage energy of debutant Aadi, son of
veteran actor Sai Kumar, in songs and fight sequences that saves Vijaya Bhaskar
directed "Prema Kavali", which is nothing but a predictable love story
made with an unimaginative script.
Nothing is fresh in the film except the lead pair who has done a good job in
their first film. Very few know that even before Aadi decided to become an
actor, he had impressed Chiranjeevi with his dancing skills.
Vijaya Bhaskar was considered a remarkable director of family-oriented love
stories when he had writer Trivikram Sreenivas assisting him. The highlight of
Trivikram`s writing used to be his crispy one liners that really complimented
Bhaskar`s direction.
Over the course of time, Trivikram turned into a director himself and wove
successful films like "Jalsa", "Athadu" and the recently
released "Mahesh Khaleeja". So in Trivikram`s absence, Bhaskar`s flaws
are showing. In recent times, he has made mediocre films and "Prema Kavali"
is the best example of that.
Though Aadi has tried to salvage the film, it suffers from a ridiculous
narration and bland script. The story, screenplay and even the dialogues of the
film are stereotyped.
Some of the sequences are utterly laughable also. Bhaskar has loaded the film
with unnecessary action and comedy sequences. He might have thought that these
forced elements would ensure film`s success, but they look out of place instead.
Besides, Aadi`s presence, it is Chota K. Naidu`s brilliant cinematography and
Anup Reubens song compositions that help the film.
In the film, Prema is blackmailed by Shafi because he has a photograph where she
is kissing her boyfriend Sreenivas. Prema is scared because her father is a
strict jail superintendent and she is willing to cough up any amount of money to
get the negatives of her photos. She confides into her sister.
Meanwhile, Sreenivas, who had been away for a NCC training camp, returns home
and is surprised with Prema`s behaviour - she tries to avoid him.
Aadi shows lot of flexibility and style in his dances and fights. Isha Chawla
makes efforts to prove herself. Shafi is good as villain. Dev Gill shouts a lot.
Comedy artists are as usual good in their roles.
The film has rich production values. Camera and music work have complimented it.
Despite many negative points, "Prema Kavali" is a good watch thanks to
Aadi`s confidence and energy.
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