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Review: Arjun’s Blast Zone – Decent Action Ride

by 123telugu May 29, 2026

Movie Name : Blast Zone

Release Date : May 28, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 3/5
Starring : Action King Arjun, Preity Mukhundhan, Abhirami & Others
Director : Subash K Raj
Producer : AGS Entertainment
Music Director : Ravi Basrur
Cinematographer : Arun Radhakrishnan
Editor : Pradeep E Ragav
Related Links : Trailer

Action King Arjun has come up with the action-packed family entertainer Blast Zone (Blast in Tamil). The movie also starring Abhirami and Preity Mukhundhan in other key roles has hit the big screens today. Let’s see how it is.

Story:

Blast Zone revolves around a nuclear family consisting of a father (Arjun), mother (Abhirami), and their daughter Nila (Preity Mukhundhan). What makes them special is that all three are Karate maestros. Nila has been raised as a brave girl right from childhood. Unexpectedly, they cross paths with a businessman and a local gangster who are up to something big. What happens next forms the crux of the story.

Plus Points:

The lead roles played by Action King Arjun, Abhirami, and Preity Mukhundhan are crazily designed and presented. Unlike the majority of commercial entertainers, this film offers two strong female characters. Abhirami is portrayed as a housewife worried about her daughter’s stern behaviour, but when the family lands in danger, she doesn’t hesitate to break the bones of goons. The actress did a splendid job and her transformation scene in the interval is sure to draw whistles.

On the other side, we have Preity Mukhundhan, whose character can very much strike a chord with female audiences. She is portrayed neatly as a bold and fearless girl. There is a scene in which she deals with workplace harassment on her own, and this block generates both fun and claps. Preity Mukhundhan has rightly chosen a character that is both well-written and pivotal to the story. She did justice to the written material.

Action King Arjun is in his element, and since the narrative style perfectly suits his image and persona, he seems to have had a blast playing the Karate master role. The actor’s stunning screen presence is the icing on the cake. There are some surprise elements that are enjoyable too.

The action blocks are superbly designed and they form the heart of the film. The way the family deals with goons without letting their neighbours know about the tussle is smartly handled. Other actors did their job well. Not just action, Blast Zone also offers momentary fun without going overboard and manages to generate a good amount of laughs.

Minus Points:

Initially, the director takes his own time to introduce the film’s world, characters, and the turning point in the story. Here, the film isn’t very effective, and some portions could have been shortened for an even better impact.

The basic premise around which Blast Zone revolves has been explored umpteen times across several industries. The director has woven crazy characters around this familiar plot, and those expecting freshness may be slightly disappointed. In the first half, a couple of scenes involving the villains could have been more convincing.

Technical Aspects:

Ravi Basrur’s background score resembles the style of some big-hit films at times, but it gets better in the latter half. Arun Radhakrishnan has brilliantly captured the action sequences, enhancing their impact. The production values are nice. The editing is smooth in the second half.

Subash K Raj is both the writer and director of Blast Zone. He picked a very familiar plot, but his presentation hits the right notes. He displayed his conviction levels in multiple scenes.

Verdict:

On the whole, Blast Zone is a decent action-packed entertainer that features enjoyable action blocks, crazy characterizations, and a tinge of fun. The film deals with a well-known plot and initially takes some time to introduce the characters and establish the stakes in the narrative. But after that, the screenplay runs on a tight note and keeps us hooked till the end. Lead actors Arjun, Abhirami, and Preity Mukhundhan are spot on in their roles and leave a strong impact. Those who like watching action entertainers can definitely give Blast Zone a try.

123telugu.com Rating: 3/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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May 29, 2026

Review: Youth – A Watchable Coming-of-Age Drama

by 123telugu March 28, 2026

Movie Name : YOUTH

Release Date : Mar 27, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 3/5
Starring : Ken Karunas, Anishma Anilkumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Priyanshi Yadav, Meenakshi Dinesh and Others
Director : Ken Karunas
Producers : Karuppiah C. Ram, Sulochana Kumar
Music Director : G.V. Prakash Kumar
Cinematographer : Viki
Editor : Nash

Related Links : Trailer

A coming-of-age film titled Youth was released in Kollywood last week, and its Telugu version, under the same name, has now hit the big screens. Here’s a look at how it fares.

Story:

Set in 2014 in Chennai, Praveen (Ken Karunas) is not interested in studies, but his mother Saroja (Devadarshini) wants him to become an IAS officer. In contrast, he barely secures admission into an intermediate college, where he falls in love with Preshika (Meenakshi Dinesh) and also develops feelings for Sonal (Priyanshi Yadav). Eventually, he loses both of them. Later, he falls in love with Gaganavalli (Anishma Anilkumar), but things once again don’t go in his favour, and she places a condition before accepting his love. What is that condition? What happens to his mother’s dream? What does Praveen learn in the end? The rest of the story answers these questions.

Plus Points:

Ken Karunas makes a confident debut as a hero and performs with ease. His comedic timing and dialogue delivery suit the character well. He represents the journey of many young boys, making it easy for the audience to connect with him.

As a coming-of-age story, one may not expect heavy emotions throughout, but the climax turns out to be the heart of the film, with the pre-climax building it effectively.

The performances of Devadarshini and Suraj Venjaramoodu as his parents are commendable, especially in the climax, which connects emotionally. Until then, the film plays out as a youthful story filled with mischievous moments and adolescence-driven fun. However, the emotional shift in the climax is impactful, making it a notable win for Ken as a director.

Meenakshi Dinesh and Priyanshi Yadav look lovely on screen, and their scenes with Ken are enjoyable, even if somewhat predictable. Anishma Anilkumar, known for Sirai, portrays an innocent and relatable character, reflecting the mindset of many girl students.

The father-son scenes are highly relatable, balancing humour and emotion. The love tracks and friendly banter help maintain engagement. The Telugu dialogues are neatly written, adding a local flavour. GV Prakash Kumar’s music is another major asset. The popular song “Chamiki (Mutta Kalakki)” is well shot and placed effectively.

Minus Points:

Youth follows a familiar coming-of-age template centred around academics and love life, making the storyline easy to predict. Expecting something unconventional may lead to disappointment. Although Ken and his gang keep the film watchable through their performances and music, the writing could have been stronger.

Many scenes feel familiar. After a fair first half, the second half lacks freshness, repeating the same pattern with another love track until the pre-climax shift. This could have been handled better.

The friends’ characters are entertaining but tend to feel repetitive without adding much new value. In the climax, the portrayal of the protagonist’s academic performance and results feels unrealistic and difficult to believe. Although the emotional impact works, the logic behind it feels weak.

Technical Aspects:

Ken Karunas deserves appreciation for making the film a decent watch despite its familiar storyline. For a debutant, delivering a 2.5-hour film filled with humour and ending on an emotional note is commendable.

GV Prakash Kumar’s music and background score elevate many scenes and significantly enhance the film. Cinematography by Viki is decent. Editing by Nash is adequate, though the second half could have been tighter. Production values are satisfactory. The Telugu dubbing is acceptable overall, but a few characters, especially Anishma, feel slightly out of sync.

Verdict:

On the whole, Youth is a decent outing, with Ken Karunas delivering effectively as both actor and director. The love tracks, comedy, music, and especially the pre-climax to climax stretch work well. On the downside, the familiar setup and a few laggy moments in the second half hold it back. Overall, it is a watchable youth drama that resonates strongly with younger audiences while still appealing to others.

123telugu.com Rating: 3/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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March 28, 2026

Review: GV Prakash Kumar’s Happy Raj – Has its moments

by 123telugu March 28, 2026

Movie Name : Happy Raj

Release Date : Mar 27, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : GV Prakash, Abbas, Sri Gouri Priya, George Maryan and others
Director : Maria Raja Elanchezian
Producers : Jaivarda
Music Director : Justin Prabhakaran
Cinematographer : Madhan Chirstopher
Editor : Selva RK

Related Links : Trailer

Music composer G.V. Prakash Kumar has now come up with the family entertainer Happy Raj. Sri Gouri Priya played the female lead. Let’s see how the film is.

Story:

Ananda Raj, a.k.a. Happy Raj (G.V. Prakash), is ridiculed by everyone in his village because of his father (George Maryan). No one likes him for this reason, so he moves to Bangalore and lands a corporate job. There, he grows close to Kavya (Sri Gouri Priya), and they eventually fall in love. However, problems arise due to the cultural differences between their families.

Plus Points:

The film explores the father-son bond in a neat manner. Though the protagonist is constantly ridiculed because of his father, he never speaks a hurtful word against him. The dialogues toward the end between George Maryan and G.V. Prakash Kumar, describing this aspect, are well-written and effectively presented. George Maryan left a solid impact with his performance, which is sure to draw whistles from the crowd.

The second half of the film offers a decent mix of fun and emotions. From the moment the heroine’s family moves to the hero’s village, things get engaging. The episodes revolving around the “sorry” theme are decently entertaining.

G.V. Prakash Kumar did a really good job as Happy Raj. As someone who suffers because of his father and struggles to keep up with his in-laws, the music director-turned-actor displays good variations. Sri Gouri Priya is one of the most promising finds in South cinema. She has the potential to become a star, as she is both charming and equally good at acting. Abbas makes his presence felt.

Minus Points:

The first half has plenty of boring scenes, and the comedy moments don’t quite hit the mark. Things aren’t much exciting here, and the film moves ahead in an underwhelming manner without any big moments till the halfway mark. The songs aren’t catchy either.

There are a couple of emotional tracks in the film. While the one involving the hero and his father clicks, the other one related to Abbas’ character feels unconvincing and is also a bit contradictory to what the film showcases.

Also, the conflict between the lead pair isn’t shown effectively and lacks clarity. Had these two elements been handled better, the film could have been more engaging. The editing is below par, and the film feels dragged.

Technical Aspects:

Justin Prabhakaran’s music is ordinary, and the Telugu translation could have been better. Madhan Christopher’s cinematography is fine, and the production values are neat, though some VFX work feels patchy.

Direction by Maria Raja Elanchezian is just okay. While some moments are handled well, others needed more refinement. The attempt to deliver a wholesome family entertainer is evident, but the film works only in bits and pieces.

Verdict:

On the whole, Happy Raj is a family entertainer that works in parts, with a comparatively better second half. GV Prakash Kumar, Sri Gouri Priya, and George Maryan deliver very good performances, and the second half offers some good moments. However, the not-so-effective first half, unconvincing segments, and dragged moments prevent it from fully working.

123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5

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March 28, 2026

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