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Review: Ravi Teja’s Irumudi – A Beautiful & Emotionally Charged Ride

by 123telugu

Movie Name : Irumudi

Release Date : August 21, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 3.5/5
Starring : Raviteja, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Sai Kumar, Baby Nakshathra and Others
Director : Shiva Nirvana
Producers : Naveen Yerneni & Y. Ravi Shankar
Music Director : G. V. Prakash Kumar
Cinematographer : Vishnu Sharma
Editor : Prawin Pudi

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After a while, a film of Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja, Irumudi, arrived with solid expectations. The movie directed by Shiva Nirvana features Priya Bhavani Shankar and Baby Nakshatra in key roles. Let’s see how the film is.

Story:

Trinadh (Ravi Teja), a resident of Polluru and an Ayyappa Swamy devotee, owns a banana plantation and loves his daughter Manemma (Baby Nakshatra) to the core. Whatever happens, Manemma tells her father everything, which sometimes leads Trinadh into tussles with some people. Manemma and the village girls go to a neighbouring village for high school, leading to a series of unexpected events that draw Trinadh into action.

Plus Points:

When was the last time we saw a Telugu film with a screenplay that sticks to the story throughout its runtime without any deviations? Well, if you have felt this issue in our industry films lately, then Irumudi is the remedy.

Kudos to Shiva Nirvana for his honest storytelling without including any commercial elements that are not needed for the plot. Not even one scene feels unnecessary in the whole movie. This happens very rarely, and credit where it’s due.

The father-daughter bond is superbly showcased, and it is the biggest draw of Irumudi without an iota of doubt. The combination scenes of Ravi Teja and Baby Nakshatra are beautifully designed and tug at the heartstrings.

Behind the Mass Maharaja persona, there is an extraordinary actor in Ravi Teja whom we haven’t witnessed in recent times. Irumudi brings out the performer in Ravi Teja in full display, and it’s a delight to watch our childhood hero at his best. We only see Trinadh and not Ravi Teja on the screen. Well, when a great actor gets scope to perform, this will be the kind of output. It’s difficult not to fall in love with Ravi Teja’s performance and his heartwarming moments with the child actress.

Baby Nakshatra did a stupendous job. She is adorable and leaves a solid impact by the time the film concludes. Priya Bhavani Shankar, Sai Kumar, Ramesh Indira, and others did well in their respective roles. The intense moments are brilliantly handled with a raw and natural touch, making them all the more impactful.

Minus Points:

In the initial portions of the film, the pacing is slightly slow, and there are visible lip-sync issues in this part, which could have been taken care of. The second half has a few dips at times.

When we look at the crime angle and the big twists, the writing doesn’t feel great, as we have seen similar themes earlier too. But as mentioned earlier, the film wins us over with its honest storytelling.

Technical Aspects:

GV Prakash Kumar’s songs and background score do complete justice to the film. The devotional touch and the rustic nature of the film are neatly brought to life by the music composer. Vishnu Sharma’s cinematography neatly captures the scenic locations of Sileru, making the film visually strong.

The production values are neat, and the editing is satisfactory. Shiva Nirvana’s storytelling is captivating. His making is influenced by films like Rangasthalam and Naa Peru Shiva. Drawing inspiration from other films isn’t wrong, and what matters the most is delivering a good product. Shiva Nirvana scores distinction in this regard. More Telugu films should take the Irumudi route by avoiding unwanted aspects in the name of commercialization.

Verdict:

On the whole, Irumudi is a beautiful emotional ride laced with intense moments and honest storytelling. The Ayyappa Swamy backdrop, father-daughter emotion, Ravi Teja’s spellbinding performance, and, most importantly, the screenplay that stays true to its subject make Irumudi an impactful film. There are a few slow moments, and the themes explored aren’t unique, but the sincere and emotional storytelling overpowers the minor flaws. Ravi Teja is back with a bang. Go for it.

123telugu.com Rating: 3.5/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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Review: KJQ (King Jackie Queen) – A crime drama lost in weak execution

by 123telugu

Movie Name : KJQ

Release Date : August 07, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 2.25/5
Starring : Dheekshith Shetty, Shashi Odela, Yukthi Thareja, Muralidhar Goud, Rekha Nirosha, Ankur Vikal and Others
Director : Kiran Kumar
Producer : Sudhakar Cherukuri
Music Director : Poornachandra Tejaswi
Cinematographer : Nagesh Banell
Editor : Shravan Katikaneni

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KJQ – King Jackie Queen marks the final directorial venture of the late Kiran Kumar (KK). Starring Dheekshith Shetty alongside debutant Shashi Odela, the film arrives in theatres today. Does KK’s final outing leave a lasting impression? Let’s find out.

Story :

Partha (Dheekshith Shetty) believes power is everything and rises from rags to riches through violence. His closest friend, Jackie (Shashi Odela), is a ruthless man who longs for a normal, peaceful life. Their lives take a turn with the arrival of heroine Bhargavi (Yukthi Thareja), a bold woman haunted by a troubled past. Partha is determined to make her his own, but Bhargavi wants nothing to do with him. An unexpected turn changes all three of their lives, setting the stage for the rest of the story.

Plus Points:

Dheekshith Shetty gets one of his most challenging roles after Dasara. As the arrogant and power-hungry Partha, he delivers a convincing performance, especially in the third act, where he effectively portrays the character’s darker shades.

Debutant Shashi Odela leaves a respectable impression. Though Jackie isn’t explored as deeply as he could have been, Shashi expresses the character’s inner conflict with sincerity and makes his presence felt whenever he appears.

Yukthi Thareja gets a refreshingly different role. Bhargavi is written with grey shades, and she carries the emotional weight of the character quite well. It is certainly a welcome addition to her filmography. Muralidhar Goud is natural and effective in his limited role, while the supporting cast performs within the scope of their characters.

The film is built around an interesting idea, that circumstances shape people into either good or evil. It is a thought-provoking theme and one that had the potential to become an engaging emotional drama.

Minus Points:

The biggest issue lies not in the story but in the screenplay. Even a familiar premise can become compelling with engaging narration, but KJQ never finds that rhythm. The scenes keep moving, yet the story itself barely progresses, making the film feel considerably longer than its runtime.

While the central idea is okay, the emotional depth needed to support it is missing. The character arcs exist but aren’t explored enough to leave a lasting impact. A love track briefly adds freshness before making way for more violence, leaving the emotional drama underdeveloped.

Compared to the first half, the latter half offers a few better moments, but not enough to lift the overall experience. Characters played by Rekha Nirosha and Ankur Vikal deserved stronger writing, which could have generated more drama.

The songs are pleasant to listen to, especially a couple of melodies, but they don’t organically blend into the narrative.

Technical Aspects:

Kiran Kumar’s vision is evident in a few well-executed sequences, showing flashes of his directorial ability. However, the overall narration settles for a routine gangster drama instead of fully exploring its promising theme. Nagesh Banell’s cinematography gives the film a polished visual appeal, while Poornachandra Tejaswi’s music complements the mood effectively.

Saumit Deshmukh’s sound design also adds value during the action portions. The editing, however, is the weakest technical department. Several repetitive scenes affect the pacing, making a film that runs under two hours feel noticeably longer. The production values are good throughout.

Verdict:

On the whole, KJQ – King Jackie Queen is a below-par action drama that wastes a promising idea with weak execution and an uneven screenplay. Dheekshith Shetty impresses with a committed performance, Shashi Odela makes a confident debut, and Yukthi Thareja gets a refreshingly different role. However, sluggish narration, repetitive storytelling, and underdeveloped drama prevent the film from leaving any impact. Despite competent technical work, KJQ ends up as a forgettable outing.

123telugu.com Rating: 2.25/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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Drishyam 3

Review: Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 – Falls Short of the Franchise Magic

by 123telugu

Drishyam 3

Movie Name : Drishyam 3

Release Date : May 21, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : Mohanlal, Meena, Siddique, Asha Sharath, Murali Gopy, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil and others
Director : Jeethu Joseph
Producer : Antony Perumbavoor
Music Director : Anil Johnson
Cinematographer : Satheesh Kurup
Editor : Vinayak VS
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The widely acclaimed crime thriller franchise Drishyam headlined by Mohanlal and created by Jeethu Joseph has returned with the third part. Amidst solid hype, the movie hit the big screens today. Let’s see how it is.

Story:

Georgekutty (Mohanlal) finally makes the film Drishyam, which he had been planning to produce for a long time. Superstar Arun Kumar (Biju Menon) plays the lead role in it, and the movie becomes a box office blockbuster. As a result, media attention shifts towards Georgekutty and his family. Two media reporters closely follow Georgekutty’s movements, hoping to find clues about Varun’s (Roshan Basheer) mortal remains and gain mileage in the industry. This also happens to be the time George plans to marry off his daughter Anju George (Ansiba Hassan) into a good family. What happens next forms the crux of the story.

Plus Points:

The Complete Actor Mohanlal has portrayed many fantastic and challenging roles in his career, and playing Georgekutty once again is just a walk in the park for him. The subtle expressions he gives during tense moments show how great an actor he is. As a person trying to save his family from a haunted past, Mohanlal is flawless.

The second half is where the film gets going with neat momentum, and there are some interesting portions that hold attention. Georgekutty lands in trouble as the cops manage to find some clues about his past actions, and the tension is maintained for a while in the second half, making the experience mildly engaging. Others did a satisfactory job. Fun moments featuring Esther Anil click decently.

Minus Points:

Every good franchise will have a saturation point if the conflicts get repetitive. When a new dimension or story is explored, it offers something fresh for the audience, and the franchise’s popularity helps the film commercially. But when the same problem is explored time and again, one may experience fatigue. The climax of Drishyam 3 leaves exactly a similar impression.

The screenplay pattern of Drishyam 3 is largely identical to the second installment. The first half is used as the primary set-up for the threats the protagonist faces in the second half. The second half in Drishyam 3 does manage to engage to an extent, but the climax lacks the wow factor and magic that the previous films delivered.

We know Georgekutty will somehow get away using his tricks, and hence we get a been-there-seen-that feeling. Neither do the twists take us by surprise, nor is the emotional part strong. These twists might have worked better in another film, but with each Drishyam installment, Jeethu Joseph has raised the benchmark for the genre to such a level that Drishyam 3 doesn’t meet the gold standard he himself set.

Since the first half is slow-paced and doesn’t have much to offer, a viewer expects a lot from the second half, especially the climax. The finale is not only less impactful, but it is also portrayed in a slightly confusing manner.

Technical Aspects:

The Telugu dubbing is decent. Anil Johnson’s background score is in sync with the film’s tone. The cinematography by Satheesh Kurup is good, and so are the production values. The editing could have been sharper in the first half.

Jeethu Joseph doesn’t quite meet expectations this time around, as the film works only in parts and doesn’t leave a lasting impression like its predecessors. The emotional depth is clearly missing in the threequel. It may not be a wise option to continue the franchise further, as it could affect the reputation it has built over the years.

Verdict:

On the whole, Drishyam 3 doesn’t match the brilliance of the first and second installments of the franchise and works only in bits and pieces. The first half starts slow, the interval is decent, and the second half initially engages, but as the film moves towards the climax, the impact drops considerably due to the similar screenplay structure experienced before. The twists aren’t solid, and the emotions aren’t presented well. Drishyam 3 is not a bad film, but it doesn’t entirely meet expectations due to the standard that Jeethu Joseph himself set with the past two films.

123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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