Starring: Kartikeya, Neha Sshetty, Ajay Ghosh, Rajkumar Kasireddy, Srikanth Iyenger, Auto Ramprasad, Goparaju Ramana, LB Sriram, Satya, Vennela Kishore, Surabhi Prabhavathi, and others
Director: Clax
Producer: Ravindra Benerjee Muppaneni
Music Directors: Mani Sharma
Cinematographers: Sai Prakash Ummadisingu, Sunny Kurapati
Editors: Viplav Nyshadam
Release Date : August 25, 2023
Bedurulanka 2012 is Kartitekya and Neha Sshetty’s latest film and has been promoted a lot in the last few days. The film has been released today and, read our review to find out if the film has any juice in it or not.
Plot
The story unfolds in the fictional village of Bedurulanka, where the inhabitants are gripped by the fear that the world will come to an end in 2012. Exploiting this fear, the village leader, portrayed by Ajay Ghosh, devises a scheme involving two fraudulent godmen to manipulate the villagers and steal their valuable jewelry. However, Siva (Karthikeya), a young man from the village, stands against this scheme. The narrative follows Siva’s efforts to thwart the deceptive godmen’s plans and restore tranquility to the village.
Performances
The film boasts outstanding performances, with Karthikeya leading the charge. Portraying a character who doubts the world’s impending demise, he delivers a compelling performance. His on-screen presence and dialogue delivery are captivating. Neha Shetty effectively embodies the role of a village girl, showcasing commendable acting. Ajay Ghosh, portraying the primary antagonist, delivers a side-splitting performance, his dialogue delivery and chemistry with Srikanth Iyengar being particularly noteworthy. Auto Ram Prasad shines in his significant role as a Christian godman.
What’s Good
Basic Storyline
Performances
Comedy in second half
What’s Bad
Runtime
Slow Pace
Lag in scenes
Analysis
Set in the fictitious village of Bedurulanka, “Bedurulanka 2012” delves into the manipulation of innocent people by fraudulent godmen. This theme is effectively conveyed throughout the narrative. Directed by Clax, the film balances comedy and meaningful characters, deeply rooted in their beliefs. The performances from the ensemble cast significantly elevate the movie’s quality.
However, the initial half-hour of the film feels dull and uninspiring. The concept of the impending 2012 apocalypse and its impact on the villagers lacks proper establishment. The director spends excessive time explaining various religions and their methods of pacifying followers, detracting from the film’s pacing. The potential for a prominent love story remains untapped, leading to audience disinterest at the outset.
The cinematography beautifully captures the visuals and the village setting. The production design stands out, successfully creating a period setting. The dialogues add humor, and Mani Sharma’s music emerges as a highlight. The background music enhances the film’s impact, although the editing in the initial half-hour could have been tighter. The interactions between Ajay Ghosh and Srikant Iyengar brim with humor and fear.
Nonetheless, when Ajay Ghosh and Srikanth Iyengar unveil the main twist, the film takes an exciting turn. The introduction of Satya in the second half injects new energy. The hero’s ability to induce panic among the villagers is effectively depicted. The film’s conclusion delivers a sensible message. Despite its sluggish start, the film provides ample moments of laughter.
Bottom Line- Time pass comedy
2.75/5
