Movie Name : Viswam
Release Date : October 11, 2024
Cast : Gopichand, Kavya Thapar, Jisshu Sengupta, Shaam, Naresh, Sunil, Pragati, VTV.Ganesh, Vennela Kishore etc.
Director : Sreenu Vaitla
Music Director : Chaitan Bharadwaj
Telugumopo.com Rating : 2/5
Story:
A terrorist, along with his team, plans a bomb blast in India. When a minister discovers the plot, the terrorists kill him, but a young girl named Darshana witnesses the murder. The terrorists start hunting for her to silence her. Gopi (Gopichand) comes into the picture when he saves Darshana and claims he knows a family close to her. He joins their household, pretending that he’s there to reconnect with his former love, Samaira (Kavya Thapar). As Gopi gets close to the family, he keeps protecting Darshana in secret.
Fearing for her safety, the family informs the police, who hide Darshana and her grandfather in a secure location, but the terrorists still manage to find them. Suspicious of Gopi’s actions, Samaira and the family ask why he’s so invested in protecting the girl. Will Gopi be able to save Darshana? Why is he risking so much for her? What’s the real story behind his past and his connection with Samaira? And how does he plan to handle the terrorists? All the answers unfold on screen.
Review:
Gopichand handled the role with ease, showcasing his strong screen presence and trademark style. He executed the action scenes effortlessly, adding to the character’s appeal. However, the role itself was rather conventional, giving him limited opportunity to break away from familiar territory and try something different.
Kavya Thapar took on a typical glamorous role, focusing more on her visual appeal rather than substance. While she added a dose of glamor to the screen, her performance lacked the necessary expressions to leave a lasting impression.
The film is packed with comedians and actors, most of whom went through the motions with their roles. Naresh, Sunil, Pragathi, VTV Ganesh, Vennela Kishore, Srikanth Iyengar, Rahul Ramakrishna, Pruthvi, Raghu Karumanchi, and Chammak Chandra all tried to bring humor to the screen. Among them Pruthvi and Vennela Kishore managed to bring some laughs in a few scenes. Jisshu Sengupta’s character was standard, lacking significant moments for him to shine.
The narrative, sequences, and overall storyline evoke memories of older films. However, Gopichand’s strong screen presence and the occasional comedic moments from Pruthvi and Vennela Kishore help to elevate the film slightly. The first half progresses with a blend of humor and action, but the romantic angle feels trite and formulaic. Although the interval segment is foreseeable, it manages to generate a slight intrigue.
The second half reverts to a tedious pace. Gopichand tries to recreate the charm of his previous train comedy scenes, but this time, he falls short, presenting awkward moments that come across as mere filler. The pre-climax and climax stretch on unnecessarily, culminating in a predictable ending that leaves the audience feeling underwhelmed.
Chaitan Bharadwaj produced vibrant mass numbers, featuring visually stunning sequences set in opulent environments. His background music complements the plot effectively. Nevertheless, numerous formulaic scenes hinder the pacing, testing the audience’s endurance. The production quality remains impressive.
Viswam is an action-comedy that succeeds in certain areas, largely due to Gopichand’s charming persona and strong performance. The film boasts clever comedic segments penned by Sreenu Vaitla and strikingly executed action sequences that serve as major attractions. However, the slow-paced screenplay and a lackluster second half diminish the film’s impact.
