Movie Review: Akhanda
Director: Boyapati Srinu
Producer: Miryala Ravinder Reddy
Music Director: Thaman
Starring: Nandamuri Balakrishna, Pragya Jaiswal, Srikanth and others
Release Date: 2nd December 2021
Nandmuri Balakrishna and Kanche fame Pragya Jaiswal starrer much hyped movie Akhanda, has hit the theaters today on 2nd December. Let’s see how it turns out to be.
Story: Murali Krishna (Balakrishna) grows up in his village as a peacemaker. Saranya (Pragya Jaiswal) who is Collector falls for Murali Krishna. On the otherside, Varadarajulu (Srikanth) who runs an illegal mine field creates massive problems for the poor. What happens when Aghora – Akhanda (Balakrishna) enters the scene? Who is Akhanda and how does he deal with powerful people? Form rest of the story.
Plus Points:
· Balakrishna
· Mass moment
· Casting
· Dialogues
· BGM
Minus Points:
· Routine Story
· Runtime
Performance: There is no doubt in saying that no one other than Nandamuri Balakrishna would have suited Akhanda role as the star hero did. Right from his screen presence as Aghora, everything looks top notch. His dialogue delivery is in top form and will surely bring goosebumps to fans all over. Pragya Jaiswal gives her career best performance. She looks gorgeous and emotes supremely well throughout the film. Srikanth in the negative role, gets limited screen presence. Kalakeya Prabhakar as a ruthless cop is ok. Poorna in supporting role is fine. Jagapathi Babu and Subbaraju perform accordingly.
Technical: Akhanda has some top class technical values . The Cinematography work and grand setting are terrific and completely in the line with what Boyapati Srinu promised in its trailers. Once again Boaypati Srinu and Balakrishna proved that they are the perfect combination. The background score by Thaman is impressive. BGM for all the elevation episodes is amazing. All the songs are choreographed beautifully. Production value is grand.
Analysis: To sum it all, Akhanda has its pluses in the form of technical prowess and performances.
Rating: 2.75/5
