Devara Movie Review
Devara Movie Review
Telugu360 Rating: 3/5
Young Tiger NTR is testing his luck as a solo actor after 6 years. He was seen in RRR along with Ram Charan. Devara directed by Koratala Siva is due for release on September 27th across the globe. Devara also marks the pan-Indian test for NTR as an actor. Janhvi Kapoor is making her Telugu debut with Devara. Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is the lead antagonist and Anirudh scored the music and background score. NTR Arts and Yuvasudha Arts are the producers. Here is the review of Devara:
Story:
Set in the 1980s, the Red Sea is a secluded coastal region consisting of four villages. Two of these villages are led by Devara (NTR) and Bhaira (Saif Ali Khan). While their ancestors once defended the coast from British invasion, the current generation has turned to piracy. Realizing the error of their ways, Devara commands all four clans to abandon the theft. However, Bhaira and the others rebel against him. In response, Devara kills them to instill fear and then mysteriously disappears. The story follows the journey of Devara’s son, Vara, and the question of whether he will return to restore order.
Analysis:
The movie opens by showcasing the Sea coast landscape, the villages, and large-scale ship piracy, with production values that surpass the typical standards of Telugu cinema. Devara’s character arc, transitioning from a pirate to a man of realization, is portrayed through well-crafted sequences. The Ayudha Pooja scene, the fear-inducing song, and the brilliantly executed interval episode elevate the audience’s excitement, leaving them on a high as the first half concludes. In the second half, director Koratala seems to struggle with maintaining a brisk pace, with the narrative slowing down due to heavy fight sequences and filler scenes. The decision to set up a sequel may have contributed to some of the dragged-out moments. The climax twist bears some resemblance to the approach seen in Baahubali. On the positive side, the “Chuttamalle” song is visually grand and adds significant commercial appeal, with Janhvi Kapoor looking exceptionally glamorous in the sequence.There is an attempt in climax leaving viewers with an open question similar to “Baahubali.”
Koratala Siva excels in dialogue and scene writing during the first half, but in the second half, he struggles to deliver impactful drama or high-octane sequences. Music director Anirudh elevates the film’s pace with his exceptional background score, making it feel more intense than it otherwise might have been, with the fear song becoming a standout hit. Ratnavelu’s cinematography, as expected, is top-notch throughout. Yuva Sudha Arts makes an impressive debut with high production values. Producer Sudhakar Mikkilineni, in collaboration with NTR Arts, has crafted the film on a grand scale.
Action powerhouse NTR delivers his usual outstanding performance, excelling in both roles. However, Janhvi Kapoor’s role is largely insignificant, with her presence mainly standing out in the “Chuttamalle” song. Saif Ali Khan is good in antagonist role but not a menace role.
Plus Points:
- NTR’s action in dual role
- Anirudh’s Blockbuster songs and High quality backgroud score
- The Grand Scale of film Making
- Powerful action blocks in the first half
- A different backdrop
Negatives:
- Second half is weaker. It has many fights and filler scenes
- Climax is a soft one which few fans might not like
Verdict:
Devara first half is very good, while the second half is slow at times and pretty average with a twist in climax. NTR delivers a stellar performance in his dual role, and the film is substantially backed by Anirudh’s electrifying background score, Koratala’s powerful writing in first half, and the grand scale of the production. Overall, Devara is a feast for Fans and masses and a sure onetime watch for family audience.
Telugu360 Rating: 3/5
Director: Koratala Siva
Cinematography: Rathnavelu
Music: Anirudh Ravichander
Producer: Sudhakar Mikkilineni ,Kosaraju Harikrishna, Nandamuri Kalyan Ram
Production:Yuvasudha Arts, NTR Arts
