Usha Parinayam Movie Review: An Outdated Stream on ETV Win?
The Telugu film “Usha Parinayam,” with a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes, is now streaming on ETV Win. The reviewer notes that they happened to watch the film in theaters back in July or August when it was originally released, and is now providing a review. The reviewer decided to share their thoughts now, ensuring their review wouldn’t prevent potential audiences from watching this smaller film in theaters.
First Impressions: An Outdated Narrative
Upon watching “Usha Parinayam,” the reviewer felt it was an “outdated film,” pieced together from many old movies. Watching it brought to mind films like “Priyamaiana Neeku,” “Arya,” and a couple of Allari Naresh’s older movies. The reviewer explicitly states they did not like the film. They also suggested that if viewers are intent on watching it, they should do so and ignore this review. The reviewer observed an immediate “oddness” within the first five minutes, right from the start of the introduction song. Following this, the dialogues delivered by the hero’s friend quickly reveal the main twist of the story. The second half, in particular, felt “very outdated.”
Director K. Vijay Bhaskar: A Call for New Stories
The review also touches upon director K. Vijay Bhaskar, referencing a previous review for his film “Jilebi.” The reviewer acknowledges Vijay Bhaskar as a talented director who has delivered super hit movies in the past, such as “Malleswari,” “Nuvvu Naaku Nachavu,” and “Prema Kavali.” However, the reviewer’s opinion is that if Vijay Bhaskar were to select and direct new stories that align with current trends, the results would be much better.
Unpacking the Plot and Pacing
Regarding family viewing, only Ali’s comedy in the first half might cause some discomfort for a few, but the rest of the film is generally watchable with family. The basic storyline revolves around a hero traveling from Dubai to India. On his journey, he saves someone and they become friends. The plot then questions what story the hero tells this friend, what the twist in it is, and what ultimately happens to the hero’s love story.
The Positives: What Worked (Slightly)
When it comes to positive aspects, the reviewer could only identify a few: the hero’s dance performances, the locations featured in the songs, and some of Ali’s comedy. Beyond these points, the reviewer admitted they struggled to find anything else noteworthy. It was also noted that if a film like “Usha Parinayam” had been released at least 15 years ago, it might have been a hit, as audiences hadn’t seen many such films then. However, in the current landscape, with countless similar stories already seen, it felt difficult for it to succeed.
The Negatives: A Forced and Predictable Experience
The negative points are extensive, with the reviewer feeling the entire film came across as “forced.” Specific instances highlighted include:
- The scene in Dubai where Telugu people are celebrating, and the hero’s entry, which felt out of place and accompanied by an unnecessary song.
- The hero’s friend immediately asking about marriage, which lacked realism.
- The overall feeling that everything was a “setup” in a movie, rather than an immersive experience.
- An excessive number of songs, beyond what was necessary. One song after the interval specifically brought to mind the “Priyatama” song from “Prema Kavali.”
- Despite starting with a familiar story, there were deviating scenes and songs, including an item song, which further complicated the narrative.
- The ending of the film was entirely predictable.
- Vennela Kishore’s presence in the pre-climax felt unexplained and unnecessary.
The reviewer summarized by stating that the majority of the movie presented these issues.
Final Verdict on Usha Parinayam
In conclusion, the reviewer believes that a talented director like K. Vijay Bhaskar could have created a hit if he had chosen a good story that could be crafted well for today’s audience. However, “Usha Parinayam” ultimately felt “very outdated” and “uninteresting” to the reviewer. Based on their personal opinion, the film received a rating of 2/5.
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