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Review: Sapthasagaralu Sapthagirulu –  A Fairy Tale Gone Wrong

by 123telugu

Movie Name : Saptha Sagaralu Saptha Girulu

Release Date : October 09, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 2/5
Starring : Nivin Pauly, Anjali, Soori and Others
Director : Ram
Producer : Suresh Kamatchi
Music Director : Yuvan Shankar Raja
Cinematographer : N K Ekhambram
Editor : Mathi VS

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After scoring their career biggest hits, Nivin Pauly and Soori joined hands for the film Sapthasagaralu Sapthagirulu (Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai). The Telugu dubbed version is now out in cinemas. Let’s see how it is.

Story:

An immortal man (Nivin Pauly) who has survived over 8000 years meets a Dubai return (Soori) on a train. The former puts the latter through hell in a secluded compartment. Does the Dubai return survive? Why is the immortal man after him? What is his story? How did he attain immortality? The film has the answers.

Plus Points:

The beginning portions initially draw intrigue with the introduction of an immortal man who behaves like a madman. Some comedy scenes that come in this regard work mildly.

Nivin Pauly taking up the role of a madman is definitely appreciable. He does well even though the written material falls well short of its potential. As a person in trouble, Soori performs nicely, while Anjali delivers a fine performance too.

Minus Points:

The first half comes across as unconventional, with some elements generating interest, while some scenes feel boring. A few scenes surely test our patience, but we look forward to the second half to see if the wait is rewarding. Unfortunately, that is where things go terribly wrong.

The part of the film is extremely boring, difficult to sit through, and unnecessarily stretched. After the film ends, you will start wondering what the director even wanted to convey. What begins as an unconventional fairy tale soon turns into a tiresome experience.

AI-generated visuals have been used beyond a reasonable limit, and after a while, they become distracting and pull us completely out of the film. This clearly reflects the lack of effort and the makers taking the audience for granted. The emotional bond between the lead pair also lacks depth.

Technical Aspects:

Yuvan Shankar Raja’s music is just okay, while Ekhambram’s cinematography is neat, as he does well within the confined space where the majority of the proceedings take place. The editing is poor, with many scenes overstaying their welcome.

Director Ram surely has some interesting ideas, but he fails to knit them together properly, ultimately delivering an uninteresting and patience-testing affair.

Verdict:

On the whole, Sapthasagaralu Sapthagirulu turns out to be an exhausting watch despite some interesting ideas. The excessive use of AI-generated visuals, dragged-out narrative, and pointless climax make the experience increasingly tiresome. Nivin Pauly and Soori perform well, but they can’t do much when the director fails to deliver.

123telugu.com Rating: 2/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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Review: Bethlehem Kudumba Unit – An Enjoyable Rom-Com

by 123telugu

Movie Name : Bethlehem Kudumba Unit

Release Date : September 04, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 3.25/5
Starring : Nivin Pauly, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap, Suresh Krishna, Vinay Forrt and Others
Director : Girish A. D.
Producers : Dileesh Pothan, Fahadh Faasil, Syam Pushkaran
Music Director : Vishnu Vijay
Cinematographer : Ajmal Sabu
Editor : Akash Joseph Varghese

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Malayalam blockbuster Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has now arrived in theatres in Telugu. The rom-com starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles is directed by Girish AD. Let’s see how the film is.

Story:

Justin (Nivin Pauly) is a middle-aged man who runs a catering service and lives with his family. He is unmarried, and there is a strong reason behind it. A family moves into his neighborhood; among them is a college student, Ashley (Mamitha Baiju). Gradually she becomes friends with Justin, and after some time she falls in love with him. Justin initially resists, but he eventually accepts her feelings. The rest of the film follows how Justin and Ashley convince their families to allow a smooth marriage.

Plus Points:

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is one of the finest rom-coms to come out of Malayalam cinema. In terms of fun, it is on par with Premalu. The entertainment quotient is maintained neatly until the end.

There are numerous rib-tickling sequences that will leave the audience in splits. The situational comedy produces several laugh-out-loud moments. The Telugu dubbing is smartly done and adds to the film’s impact.

The first half, in particular, contains some hilarious scenes that will tickle the funny bone. Most importantly, the comedy is wholesome, and full marks to Girish AD for delivering such clean entertainment.

Nivin Pauly is phenomenal as a middle-aged man, convincingly conveying his character’s inner turmoil. His scenes with Mamitha Baiju are a delight, and the pair share superb chemistry. Mamitha is excellent; roles like these are a walk in the park for her.

Sangeeth Prathap excels as Nivin Pauly’s younger brother, Joel, and effectively boosts the film’s comedy quotient. Roshan Shanavas steals the show in a few scenes as Glikson, while the rest of the supporting cast also delivers strong performances.

Minus Points:

Rather than limiting itself to being a fun entertainer, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit also attempts to add emotional depth. The intent is clear, though the execution could have been stronger.

There are a few instances in the second half where the pacing dips, and the climax feels slightly prolonged. Certain portions could have been trimmed.

Technical Aspects:

Vishnu Vijay’s music is euphonious, and the Telugu translation of the songs is decently done. Ajmal Sabu’s cinematography neatly captures the scenic locations of God’s Own Country. Editing works well in the first half, but the second half could have used some trimming.

Coming to director Girish AD, he has once again delivered a winner with this film after Premalu. The way he crafted the comedy sequences is splendid, and such rom-coms are the need of the hour amid the current wave of violent films.

Verdict:

On the whole, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is an enjoyable rom-com with a good dose of comedy to keep the audience entertained. The comedy is infused at regular intervals, with many laugh-out-loud moments. Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju are stunning in their roles, and Girish AD has delivered yet another winner after Premalu. The film also attempts to achieve emotional depth with some prolonged moments towards the end, and this aspect could have been handled better. Nonetheless, this is a clean comedy-drama that can be watched with the entire family. Go for it.

123telugu.com Rating: 3.25/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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Sarvam Maya Review

OTT Review: Nivin Pauly’s Sarvam Maya – Telugu-Dubbed Malayalam Film Streaming on Jio Hotstar

by 123telugu

Sarvam Maya Review

Movie Name :  Sarvam Maya
Streaming Date : Jan 30, 2026
Streaming Platform : Jio Hotstar
123telugu.com Rating : 3.25/5
Starring : Nivin Pauly, Aju Varghese, Riya Shibu, Janardhanan, Preity Mukhundhan, Raghunath Paleri and Madhu Wariar
Director : Akhil Sathyan
Producers : Dr. Ajayya Kumar and Rajeev Menon
Music Director : Justin Prabhakaran
Cinematographer  : Sharan Velayudhan
Editors : Akhil Sathyan, Rathin Radhakrishnan

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Released on Christmas Eve, Sarvam Maya is a Malayalam film featuring Nivin Pauly in the lead. After a successful theatrical run, the film is now streaming on Jio Hotstar in multiple languages, including Telugu. Read on to know how it is.

Story:

Prabhendu (Nivin Pauly), an aspiring guitarist and atheist who lives away from his family due to differences with his father, is forced to return home after his visa for a Europe tour gets cancelled. To earn money, he assists his cousin Rupesh, a priest, and during an exorcism-related assignment, experiences a strange incident. Soon after, Prabhendu senses the presence of a young girl in his room who uses his phone and behaves in puzzling ways. He later encounters her and nicknames her Delulu (Riya Shibu). With no memory of her past and an unusual nature, Delulu does not behave like a typical ghost, and as their interaction grows, she begins influencing Prabhendu’s life. Who exactly is Delulu? What is her past? Why is she connected to Prabhendu, and how will her presence change his life? These questions form the crux of the film.

Plus Points:

The story of Sarvam Maya follows a familiar supernatural setup, but the film benefits from its treatment and character-driven narration rather than novelty.

Riya Shibu’s portrayal of Delulu is the film’s biggest strength. Her character is playful, mischievous, and humorous instead of being scary. Her expressions, timing, and screen presence stand out, making Delulu instantly likeable. She clearly emerges as the show-stealer.

Nivin Pauly delivers a controlled and sincere performance as an atheist caught in an unusual situation. He balances fear, innocence, emotion, and humour effectively. His combination scenes with Riya Shibu form the emotional and entertainment backbone of the film.

Preity Mukhundhan appears in a limited role but leaves an impression. Aju Varghese supports the film with light humour, while Janardhanan performs reliably as the lead’s uncle. The supporting cast fits well into the narrative.

The emotional portions towards the climax, particularly the revelation related to Delulu’s identity, connect well and leave an emotional impact.

Minus Points:

While the treatment elevates the film to an extent, the core story remains predictable. A few sequences feel routine and offer no major surprises.

The dynamic between Nivin Pauly and Aju Varghese could have been explored further to generate more humour. Similarly, Preity Mukhundhan’s character feels underwritten and exits the narrative abruptly.

Not all the comedy works. While character-driven humour clicks, some situational sequences feel overstretched. Although the emotional intent of the climax connects, some viewers may feel the narrative explanation could have been clearer.

Technical Aspects:

Director Akhil Sathyan presents the film in a clean and accessible manner. His attempt to blend humour, emotion, and supernatural elements mostly works, though the second half could have been tighter.

Sharan Velayudhan’s cinematography suits the film’s tone. Justin Prabhakaran’s music complements the narrative and enhances the emotional portions. Editing by Akhil Sathyan and Rathin Radhakrishnan is adequate, though trimming a few scenes would have improved pacing. Production values are decent, and the Telugu dubbing is fine, but could have been better.

Verdict:

On the whole, Sarvam Maya is an entertaining supernatural comedy that relies more on its characters than its story. While the plot feels familiar, the engaging treatment and the Delulu character keep the film afloat. Nivin Pauly delivers a steady performance, but it is Riya Shibu who truly elevates the film. Though it does not break new ground, Sarvam Maya benefits from its neat presentation and family-friendly treatment, placing it firmly on the positive side. It emerges as one of the better OTT options for a relaxed weekend watch.

123telugu.com Rating: 3.25/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team 

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