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Review: Romanchakam – Decent Youthful Comedy

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Movie Name : Romanchakam

Release Date : Sep 03, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 3/5
Starring : Sumanth Prabhas, Ananthika Sanilkumar, Upendra Limaye, Venkatesh Kakumanu, Narendra Ravi, Mani Aegurla, Sai Sohan and others
Director : Venu Gopal Reddy
Producer : Pranay Reddy Vanga
Music Director : Vasuki Vaibhav
Cinematographer : Vasuki Vaibhav
Editor : Venu Gopal Reddy

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Romanchakam presented by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and featuring Sumanth Prabhas hit the big screens now. Let’s see how the movie is.

Story:

Anvesh (Sumanth Prabhas), who owns a startup, falls for Chennai girl Mythili (Ananthika Sanilkumar). When Mythili visits Hyderabad to meet Anvesh, it lands him and his friends in a huge mess. What happened to Mythili? Did Anvesh and his gang come out of the mess? This is what the movie is about.

Plus Points:

Romanchakam mostly falls in the Jathi Rathnalu zone, as it relies more on situational and silly comedy rather than a compelling plot. There are a decent number of fun moments that keep the entertainment quotient going.

Especially, the second half has a fair amount of fun-inducing episodes that will elicit laughs. The climax episode, in particular, is neatly designed, with confusion comedy taking center stage.

Sumanth Prabhas is convincing as a carefree youngster. He is at ease in the fun segments and shares neat chemistry with Ananthika Sanilkumar. The actress plays her part effectively and has good screen presence.

Venkatesh Kakamanu, Narendra Ravi, Mani Aegurla, and Sai Sohan did pretty well as hero’s friends, but it is Narendra Ravi who shines the most with his witty punches and frustrating expressions. Upendra Limaye evokes laughs with his presence. All the sequences featuring the friends gang came out very well.

Minus Points:

The first half has its ups and downs, with the film taking considerable time to find its footing. The song involving the friends could have been totally omitted for better impact.

There are instances where the film tries to explore themes like self-realization and the emotions in the love track. These aspects don’t click as intended, with fun dominating the proceedings.

Technical Aspects:

Vasuki Vaibhav’s music is very pleasant, and he does the heavy lifting when the film’s graph goes down. Pavan Pappula’s cinematography brings breezy vibes, with the songs being well-picturised.

Production values are good. Coming to director Venu Gopal Reddy, he did a decent job with the film. The movie works when the focus is on buddy comedy, but a few other portions could have been handled better. His editing is just okay.

Verdict:

On the whole, Romanchakam is a watchable fare with fun taking the centre stage. The comedy sequences involving Sumanth Prabhas and his friends’ gang are the film’s mainstay and drive the momentum forward. Leading lady Ananthika is impressive in her role. The first half has issues, and the film takes a slow start. Also, the emotional aspect could have been handled more effectively. Romanchakam works better as a comedy film centered around friendship, and if you are looking for time-pass entertainment, you can try this one.

123telugu.com Rating: 3/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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

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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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