Release Date: August 29, 2024
Telugu Bullet Rating: 3.5/5
Cast: Nani, Priyanka Arul Mohan, SJ Surya, Saikumar, and others
Director: Vivek Atreya
Producers: DVV Danayya, Kalyan Dasari
Music Director: Jakes Bejoy
Cinematography: Murali G
Editor: Karthika Srinivas
Nani stars in the film Saripoda Sanivaram, directed by Vivek Atreya, which has hit theaters today. Let’s dive into the review.
Story:
Surya (Nani) has struggled with anger issues since childhood. His mother, determined to curb this, instills a unique solution—Surya remains calm for six days a week but lets out all his anger only on Saturdays. Sticking to his promise to his late mother, Surya fights only on Saturdays. As the story unfolds, Surya falls in love with Constable Charulatha (Priyanka Arul Mohan). Meanwhile, a ruthless police officer, Daya (SJ Surya), terrorizes the people of Sokulapalem with his authority. How Surya confronts Daya, empowers the oppressed people, and navigates his love story with Charulatha forms the crux of the movie.
Plus Points:
Nani delivers a powerful performance in Saripoda Sanivaram, excelling in both intense action sequences and emotional moments. His ability to portray variations in his character’s demeanor and his naturalistic acting style make him the highlight of the film. His chemistry with Priyanka Arul Mohan also adds charm, with their love story providing lighter moments amidst the drama.
Priyanka Arul Mohan impresses as the heroine, handling heavy emotional scenes with grace. SJ Surya, in a pivotal role, delivers a strong performance, especially in his scenes with Murali Sharma. Sai Kumar, who plays Nani’s father, along with Murali Sharma, Ajay Ghosh, and the supporting cast, also shine in their respective roles.
Director Vivek Atreya’s action sequences and emotional scenes, particularly those centered around mother sentiment, are well-crafted. He has successfully directed the film keeping Nani’s fans in mind.
Minus Points:
While Vivek Atreya has designed Surya’s character with care, the film falters in places, particularly in the second half where the story could have been more engaging. The love story between the hero and heroine could have been developed further to add depth to the narrative.
Technical Aspects:
Director Vivek Atreya handles some scenes well, balancing action and emotion, but the screenplay lacks consistency in keeping the audience hooked throughout. The background score by Jake Bejoy stands out, though the songs are just passable. Murali G’s cinematography enhances the film’s visual appeal, capturing scenes beautifully. However, the editing could have been tighter, with some scenes feeling unnecessarily stretched. Producers DVV Danayya and Kalyan Dasari have ensured high production values, leaving no stone unturned in delivering a visually impressive film.
Verdict:
Saripodha Sanivaram is an emotional action drama that excels in showcasing Nani’s strong performance, impactful action sequences, and touching mother sentiment. While some scenes are predictable, the overall film is engaging and leaves a lasting impression on the audience. With its blend of powerful action and heartfelt emotions, this movie is sure to resonate with many viewers.
