The film kick-starts with Jambalakadi Pamba vibes, filled with entertainment, and as the period shifts to the current generation, Sree Vishnu and Ritu Varma’s roles offer a blend of both entertainment and drama, which is quite intriguing. Ritu’s character, in particular, is designed exceptionally well. Gender based concept looks fresh on screen.
On the other hand, the scenes between Sree Vishnu and Meera Jasmine showcase a strong bond that plays a key role in the story. The interval scene features a good twist, maintaining a tone of entertainment while providing a promising glimpse of what’s to come in the latter half.
As for the negatives, if one were to miss the first 10 minutes or not pay close attention despite the entertainment factor, they might struggle to follow the plot due to the somewhat confusing narration. However, since it falls under the comedy genre, it remains enjoyable to an extent.
Sree Vishnu excels in portraying four different characters with notable variations, while Ritu and Meera Jasmine’s roles are important and add significant weight to the script.
Usually, I am not a big fan of these kinds of sensitive topics unless they are shaped up well for actual reasons, like Kanchana. Director Harsith Goli has demonstrated some serious talent by presenting the story in a convincing manner, even though entertainment takes the central role. The drama was equally intriguing, which helped the complex plot to shine.
As for the script, an actor who needs to show variations in different roles must play a key part, and Sree Vishnu has done justice to this by supporting the director’s vision. Despite a few hiccups in the beginning and here and there, overall, it’s decent and watchable.
“Fresh Drama with a Comic Touch in Swaganika’s World”
It’s basically a mini Dasavatharam from Sree Vishnu as the protagonist. Firstly, hats off to the actor for showcasing variations in the roles given with his subtle performance. One would never question him in the scenes where he seems to have failed to prove his point. Playing four different roles is no easy task, and from these four, there’s still scope to explore even more characters. Convincing the audience with his presence throughout the film is vital, and Sree Vishnu manages it effortlessly.
Ritu Varma shines in both periods—playing a queen in the past and a stubborn character in the present. It’s a strong addition to her career. It was also refreshing to see Meera Jasmine back on screen after so long, and her comeback was significant, as her character contributed meaningfully to the story rather than just being present for the sake of her name.
Now, coming to the director Harsith Goli. Despite a somewhat confusing screenplay in the first half, he provides clarity in every detail during the second half as the film takes a more serious tone, only to turn into a laugh riot during the pre-climax. The film ends with two messages for society, delivering a satisfying conclusion.
The director’s ability to link different periods and pull them into one connected story—logically and within the constraints of a limited budget, and without a star hero—is truly commendable.
Music composer Vivek Sagar’s background score is the heart and soul of the film. Without his precise scoring, key scenes, especially during Ritu’s moments in the first half, wouldn’t have had the same impact.
Overall Verdict: Despite a confusing narration at the start, the film is a mixed bag of emotions delivered through intriguing drama and meaningful entertainment. Go for it.
