Language: Telugu
Release Date:February 23, 2024
Writer/Director:Kalyan Santhosh
DOP:Deepak Eregada
Editor: Karthik
Music:Sricharan Pakala
Producers:Ravi Teja, Sudhir Kumar Kurru
Cast: Harsha Chemudu, Divya Sripada, and more
Excerpt:
Sundaram Master has garnered attention before its release, especially thanks to an engaging trailer. Viva Harsha, previously known for comedy, takes on the lead role in this village-based drama, produced by Ravi Teja and Sudheer Kumar Kurru. The film showcases Harsha Chemudu and Divya Sripada in key roles, generating significant anticipation through its promotional content. Let’s see how the film is
Plot:
In the remote village of Miryalametta, Sundar Rao (Harsha Chemudu) arrives as an English teacher with a mysterious mission beyond teaching English. How the English-speaking villagers treat him? Will he succeed in his mission? What happens eventually? These are the mysteries one would have to watch the movie to discover.
Performances and Technical Aspects
Harsha Chemudu shines in his debut lead role, delivering a performance filled with witty banter and expressive acting, reminiscent of his previous work. Balakrishna Neelakantapu and the rest of the cast deliver commendable performances, effectively engaging the audience. Writer and director Kalyan Santhosh’s efforts to entertain the audience are evident, but a more substantial story and screenplay could have enhanced the film’s overall appeal. While the music by Sricharan Pakala and cinematography by Deepak Yeragera meet satisfactory standards, the editing by Karthik Vunnava is seamless. The art department’s praiseworthy work deserves acknowledgment, and the production values are decent.
Analysis:
The humorous interactions between Harsha and the villagers are executed well, showcasing the innocence of their characters, particularly in the second half. The initial setup gives an exciting feel, making the audience wait for further proceedings. Sundaram being shocked when villagers talk in English, and the subsequent episodes come out well. The interval episode of the village deity idol was also exciting. Sri Charan Pakala’s music was also nice. While the story’s simplicity is understandable, the director could have maintained a more fast-paced and gripping narration, especially in the second half, to sustain audience interest. The first half of the film captivates with its comedic charm, but the snail-paced second half struggles to sustain the same level of humour. Unfortunately, the emotional scenes in the latter part suffer from deficiencies in execution. In addition, the characters of Divya Sripada and Harsha Vardhan lack substantial impact on the overall narrative. Additionally, certain scenes, such as the climax where Harsha Chemudu convinces Harsha Vardhan, feel unnatural and could have been better executed.
Verdict:
On the whole, Sundaram Master remains an okay comedy drama experience, with decent performances and comedy scenes working out here and there. However, the film’s thin plot, weak screenplay, and lack of strong emotional depth in the second half present significant obstacles and make it just an average watch.
Rating : 2/5
