Maruthi Nagar Subramanyam, a Telugu comedy-drama starring Rao Ramesh, has recently been released in theaters. Here's a review of the film.
Story:
The film centers around Subramanyam (Rao Ramesh), who aspires to secure a government job but struggles with unemployment. His wife, Kala Rani (Indraja), manages the household while their son, Arjun (Ankith Koyya), remains jobless and carefree. Their situation changes drastically when Rs. 10 lakh mysteriously appears in Subramanyam’s bank account. This unexpected windfall triggers a series of events that complicate their lives, leading to suspenseful revelations about the money's origins and the potential dangers involved.
Plus Points:
Rao Ramesh delivers an impressive performance as Subramanyam, skillfully portraying the financial challenges faced by a middle-class man. His acting is a major highlight of the film and resonates with the audience. Ankith Koyya also excels with his comic timing, building on his previous success in Aay.
Ramya Pasupuleti adds charm to her role and shares good chemistry with Ankith Koyya, which enhances the film’s appeal. Indraja’s role as the responsible housewife is commendable, and supporting actors such as Ajay, Praveen, and Harshvardhan contribute effectively to the film.
Minus Points:
While the storyline is straightforward, the narration could be more engaging. The first half of the film, although humorous, tends to drag, and the second half fails to fully leverage its potential, with only the pre-climax and climax providing a lift.
The film does not fully explore the emotional depth that could have been achieved with Rao Ramesh’s acting skills. A stronger emotional core might have added more impact to the movie.
Ramya Pasupuleti’s character, though charming, lacks depth and could have been more developed. Some of the comedy scenes feel outdated and would benefit from better writing, although they may still appeal to certain viewers.
Technical Aspects:
Director Lakshman Karya makes a promising debut but could improve in storytelling. The technical aspects are solid; M.N. Balreddy’s cinematography is visually appealing, Kalyan Nayak’s music complements the film well, and Bonthala Nageswara Reddy’s editing is adequate, though the first half could be tighter.
Verdict:
Maruthi Nagar Subramanyam offers a blend of comedy and family drama. Rao Ramesh’s performance is a key strength, and Ankith Koyya adds humor to the film. Despite some issues with the screenplay and uneven execution, the film remains a light-hearted watch suitable for fans of family-friendly comedies.