Pandavulu Pandavulu Tummeda Movie Review
Cast: Mohan babu , Manchu Vishnu , Manoj , Hansika , Pranitha , Raveena Tandon , Brahmanandam , Vennela Kishore and
Others
Directed by : Srivaas
Produced by : Manchu Vishnu, Manoj
Banner :Lakshmi Prasanna
Pictures, 24 Frames Factory
Music by : Baba Sehgal, Achu
& Keeravani
Release Date : 2014-01-31
PPT: Pitch-perfect comedy Timing!
Pandavalu Pandavalu Thummeda (PPT), touted as Manchu clan's multi-starrer, has
garnered great buzz ever since it hit the floors. The movie marks the comeback
of veteran actor Mohan Babu in a lead role, nearly after a decade. It also
showcases Manchu Manoj in a never-before-seen role Mohini (draped in a sari).
Director Dasari Narayana Rao donned grease paint after a while for a hilarious
cameo. All these aspects created enough hype around the film. Let's sneak into
the film to see how far they fetched!
Plot: Crisply, the movie is all about Naidu's (Mohan Babu) family and
his five "orphan" sons Pandavalu- Vijju (Vishnu), Ajay (Manoj), Varun
Sandesh and (Lucky) Tanish.
Mohan Babu (Naidu) is a foster, doting father to Manoj, Varun Sandesh and
Tanish whereas Raveena is foster, caring mother to Vishnu and Vennela Kishore.
With a sudden turn of events, both the two single families club to form a large
family. Like any other family, it too goes through its rough phase. Yet, they
brushes off their differences soon and gets united. Thanks to Honey (Hansika)
who played pivotal role in family's union. Hansika has a troublesome background
that pushes her into neck-deep difficulties. How Naidu's family steps in to
save the girl (Honey)? What are the hurdles that come in between form the film.
Performances: The film's stellar cast-Mohan Babu, Vishnu, Manoj, Raveena Tandon,
Hansika, Pranitha- is the big asset for the film. Of course, their
pitch-perfect performances carry of the film totally. For Mohan Babu, Vishnu
and Manoj essaying these characters is like a piece of cake. Everyone fit the
bill and gave their best performances. After a longtime, one could watch Mohan
Babu flexing his muscle and doing a jig. Yes, he enthralls us with his
trademark acts and dialogue-delivery.
Vishnu is natural at his acting and does his best. One could watch the
most stylish Vishnu as a gambler in the film. Vishnu's chemistry with Hansika
worked out well and does magic again. Perhaps, it's a record that
Vishnu-Hansika scored three hits in a row.
Manchu Manoj, who showcases myriad variations in his character, deserve
a pat on his back. Especially, his lady getup Mohini steals the show. Manoj,
who did it with so ease, bags extra brownie points. Pranitha's glam show,
Brahmanandam's humour touch are icing on the cake.
Direction: Director Srivas has hit a jackpot with this out-and-out
entertainer. With a good star cast , it's a cake walk for Srivas.
Music: Music by Baba Sehgal, Achu and Keeravani is soothing and easy on
ears. Lyrics are equally good.
Technical aspects: Songs, scenes shot against picturesque foreign locales (Bangkok)
are visual treat.
Thumbs up:
1. Ensemble cast
2. Title
3. Witty dialogues
4. Commercial elements
5. Cinematography
6. Picturesque locales
Thumbs down:
1. Cliches
2. Minor editing errors
3. Predictable twists
Analysis: After Denikaina Ready and Doosukeltha, Manchu Vishnu has
clocked a hat-trick hit. The film is totally engaging and funny. Director and
writers tactically got the nerve of Telugu audiences- the film tickles your
funny bone to the hilt. After all, that's what common audience expect.
If director could have avoided few cliches, minor editing errors and
predictable twists, the movie could have become a classic comedy.
On whole, the movie is a breathe of fresh air with right doses of comedy,
sentiment, romance, action. But the only disappointment for Manchu fans is they
will sure miss Manchu Lakshmi. Wish, director Srivas should have penned a
well-conceive role for Lakshmi.
Bottom line: The film has all the elements to satiate your hunger. Watching
PPT (Pandavalu Pandavalu Tummeda) is treating yourself as it gives you a new
experience altogether.
Disclaimer: This review is an opinion
of review writer. Please do not judge the movie based on this review and watch
movie in theatre and let us know your feedback in comments below.