Starring: Naga Shaurya, Yukti Thareja, Shine Tom Chacko, Satya, Brahmaji, Rajkumar Kasireddy
Director: Pawan Basamsetti
Producer: Sudhakar Cherukuri
Music Director: Pawan CH
Cinematographer: Divakar Mani
Editor:Kartika Srinivas
Release Date : July 07, 2023
Rangabali has Naga Shaurya and Yukthi Thareja in lead roles. The film is a romantic comedy and has been directed by Pawan Bamisetti. The film has been released today and read the review to know more about the film.
Plot
Rangabali, directed by Pawan Bamisetti, revolves around the love story of Shaurya(Naga Shaurya), a carefree youth from Rajavaram, who finds himself working alongside medical student Sahaja(Yukthi Thareja) in Vizag. He falls for her and too loves him. However, when Sahaja’s father learns about Shaurya’s hometown, he rejects the proposal, leading to conflicts that drive Shaurya crazy. How will Shaurya solve his issues and marry Saharaja is the crux of Rangabali.
Performances
Naga Shaurya delivers a convincing performance as Shaurya, effectively portraying his character’s journey. However, his impact diminishes as the film progresses into the second half. Shine Tom Chacko, who made a strong impression in her Dasara debut, unfortunately, receives limited scope to shine in the latter portion of the film.
Yukti Thareja, in her Telugu debut, showcases natural looks and chemistry with Shaurya, adding charm to their on-screen romance. Satya steals the show with his hilarious performance, preventing the film from completely unraveling. Sarath Kumar leaves a lasting impression despite limited screen time, while Brahmaji and Saptagiri’s cameo appearances fail to make a significant impact.
What’s Good
Satya Performance
Lead Pair chemistry
First half
What’s Bad
Silly second half
Forced emotions
Rushed ending
Analysis
The film begins on a promising note as it skillfully introduces Shaurya’s character, capturing the essence of his life in Rajavaram and his blossoming romance with Sahaja. Comedian Satya’s humorous role adds significant value to the first half, providing moments of laughter and engaging the audience.
The plot takes an unexpected turn in the second half, focusing on the Rangabali Center and its exploitation by the villain. Unfortunately, this shift brings forth a series of illogical sequences, lacking coherence and burdened by excessive melodrama. Moreover, the depiction of family emotions and sudden insults faced by the father feels contrived and forced.
The music by Pawan CH is impressive, and the production design successfully captures the essence of the small-town setting, adding depth to the film’s visual appeal. However, the forced emotions and weak execution in the second half hinder the overall impact of Rangabali.
Director Pawan Bamisetti initially presents a simple story with a decent comedy angle, but struggles to maintain consistency and handle the multiple elements in the latter half, ultimately leaving the audience somewhat disappointed.
In the end, Rangabali offers an entertaining first half with its delightful comedy and engaging storyline. However, the film loses its momentum in the second half due to contrived emotions, uninspiring flashbacks, and weak execution. While it has its moments, Rangabali falls short in delivering a satisfying cinematic experience, leaving viewers in an angry mood.
Bottom Line- Falls Flat in Second Half
2.25/5
