Movie: Bedurulanka 2012
Rating: π π π β β (3/5)
Starring: Kartikeya, Neha Sshetty, Ajay Ghosh, Rajkumar Kasireddy, Srikanth Iyenger, Auto Ramprasad, Goparaju Ramana, LB Sriram, Satya, Vennela Kishore, Surabhi Prabhavathi, and others
Director: Clax
Producer: Ravindra Benerjee Muppaneni
Music Director: Mani Sharma
Cinematographer: Sai Prakash Ummadisingu, Sunny Kurapati
Editor: Viplav Nyshadam
Banner: Loukya Entertainments
Release Date: Aug 25, 2023
Videos: Trailer
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Emerging star Kartikeya presents the comedy-drama “Bedurulanka 2012.” Directed by Clax, the film’s promotional efforts have been prominent in recent days. Notable newcomer Neha Sshetty stars as the female lead, Now, letβs dive in.
Story Glimpse:
In the village of Bedurulanka, paranoia spreads about the end of the world on Dec. 21, 2012. Some people cling to hope and passion, while others want to profit from the fear.
Technical Aspects:
- Casting: Kartikeya delivers a solid performance, leveraging his comedic timing effectively. Neha Sshetty shines as a village belle, exhibiting excellent chemistry with Kartikeya. Ajay Ghosh, Srikanth Iyengar, Rajkumar Kasireddy, LB Sriram, and Auto Ramprasad contribute their part to the film.
- Direction:Β In his directorial debut, Clax has chosen a genuinely captivating theme for the film and worked to present it in an enjoyable and engaging manner.
- Music:Β Mani Sharma’s background score aligned perfectly with the film’s theme. Among the songs, “Vennello Aadapilla” shines distinctively from the rest.
- Cinematography: The cinematography by Sai Prakash Ummadisingu and Sunny Kurapati is exceptional, capturing the picturesque fictional village beautifully.
- Editor: Lately, it’s uncertain if directors and writers are connecting well with the story. Trimming when necessary is crucial, but editing should also have been prioritized. In this film, improved editing would have made a difference.
Highlights:
- Kartikeya’s performance is commendable, particularly his well-timed comedy and character development.
- The climax is handled well.
- One-liners and the chaos during the apocalypse add momentary fun.
- The film effectively portrays how fraudulent godmen exploit people’s beliefs, especially in the context of the impending apocalypse.
- The humor and sarcasm of the Godavari region are well presented.
Downside:
- Inconsistent storytelling affects the overall flow, particularly in the first half with some scenes beating around the bush.
- Some editing improvements could have made the narrative smoother.
- The mid-portion of the film becomes convoluted, affecting the overall experience.
Final Verdict:Β βConceptual Promise with Execution Hiccupsβ