“In a dull village, a superpowered man adds a touch of awe with devotion”
The portrayal of Hanuman’s story in the movie, whether you call it Hanuman or Hanu-Man, delivers the promised devotional touch. Director Prashant Varma skillfully integrates good elements from Anji, Sri Anjaneyam, and Krrish, combining them with impressive CG to enhance the protagonist’s presence in the village setting.
Despite the successful infusion of devotion, the film falls short as the build-up scenes in the fictional village lack engaging characterizations, failing to capture the audience’s interest in both the love story and the occasionally cringe-worthy comedy.
While the face-off scenes between the antagonist and protagonist hold potential, they could have been more captivating with promising elements. Unfortunately, the involvement of comedian Vennela Kishore in silly scenes disrupts the thrill of the fights.
If you were anticipating a significant role for Lord Hanuman, prepare for disappointment as the director hints at a sequel, “Jai Hanuman,” scheduled for release in 2025.
The village scenes lack the traditional depth needed to make them impactful, with no strong elements to showcase its cultural richness. The sister sentiment with the protagonist only resonates in bits and pieces, primarily in the latter half of the film.
Teja Sajja, Varalakshmi, and Amrita Ayer deliver commendable performances in their roles.
Overall verdict: Recommended for those seeking a devotional feel, impressive CGI, and some promising scenes. Otherwise, it may be worth waiting for an OTT release.
Varma’s cinematic universe holds promise when he explores innovative ideas without unnecessary elements, exemplified by Zombie Reddy and now plainly demonstrated with Hanuman.
