Movie Name:Premalu
Release Date: Fri 08th Mar 2024
Cast:Naslen, Mamitha Baiju, Althaf Salim, Akhila Bharghavan, Meenakshi Raveendran, Sangeeth Prathap, Shyam Mohan and others
Director: Girish AD
Telugumopo.com Rating : 2.75/5
Story:
“Sachin, an engineering graduate, harbors feelings for a girl in his college but struggles to confess. His plan to move to the U.K. is dashed when his VISA application is rejected. Unwilling to stay in his hometown, he turns to his friend Amal Davis for help. Amal, who is bound for GATE coaching in Hyderabad, agrees to take Sachin along.
In Hyderabad, at a wedding, Sachin crosses paths with Reenu and is instantly smitten. Thus begins the tale of Sachin’s journey, navigating love, friendship, and self-discovery alongside Amal and Reenu.”
Review:
Girish AD co-writes and directs “Premalu.” Positioned as a rom-com, the film initially struggles to engage with its lack of romance or comedy, particularly until Sachin’s arrival in Hyderabad. However, once the story transitions to the city, the narrative gains momentum. The dynamics within the office space and the amusing banter between Sachin and Amal inject much-needed energy. The real fun begins when these worlds collide at a marriage function, with various characters’ interactions driving the story forward.
Despite offering nothing new in terms of storyline, the film relies on its writing, casting, and overall packaging to sustain interest. The montage songs and authentic Hyderabad locales immerse the audience in the characters’ world. The interval break sets up anticipation for the second half, which focuses more on individual character arcs.
As the story progresses, the comedy gives way to drama as Sachin’s one-sided love story unfolds predictably. Despite the routine nature of the plot, the actors breathe life into fresh scenarios, keeping the narrative engaging. Emotions are effectively built, although a sense of drag and repetitiveness creeps in.
However, the neatly built emotional angle pays off in the pre-climax and climax, with predictable beats executed efficiently. The terrace sequence at the end delivers a hilarious culmination of the one-sided love drama. While the final moments may stretch a bit, the resolution of the primary conflict feels satisfactory.
“Premalu” attempts to touch upon genre clichés with a fun and fresh perspective. While the Hyderabad backdrop adds authenticity, the dubbed version loses some of its original charm. Nevertheless, the film’s well-executed writing and performances make it a worthwhile watch for fans of the rom-com genre, despite its predictable premise.
