Movie: Prathinidhi Rating:3.25/5
Cast: Nara
Rohit , Sri Vishnu , Kota Sreenivasa Rao , Shubra Aiyyappa
Directed by
: Prashanth Mandava
Produced by
: J Samba Siva Rao
Banner
:Sudha cinemas
Music by :
Sai Karthik
Release Date
: 2014-04-25
Prathinidhi Review:
Thought-provoking Prathinidhi
With elections just around the corner, films with political
backdrop hitting the screens. After handful of films like Prabhanjanam,
Pratightana, here comes Nara Rohit's Prathinidhi. Unlike others, this film has
got hype ever since the makers unveiled its first teaser. Rohit has been going
through lean phase of late. Unfazed by it, Rohit teams up with newcomer
Prashanth Mandava for a political drama. Will he overcome the jinx with this?
Check out our verdict.
Plot: Manchodu Sreenu (Nara Rohit) is a responsible citizen
who strictly goes by rule book. He doesn't even let anyone to throw the waste
on roads. One day he abducts the Chief Minister of State. And yes, it has a
purpose. What was it? What compelled Sreenu to kidnap the CM? What are all his
demands? Did he manage to come out of it at the end? All these form the crux of
the story.
Performances:
Nara Rohit: Nara Rohit as Manchodu Sreenu hogs the limelight.
He carries off the film on his shoulders. It's his show all the way. His subtle
performance work in favour of the film. Yet Rohit couldn't overcome his
negatives while playing romantic interest. Rohit needs to focus on this and
rest all is fine.
Kota Sreenivasa Rao: Kota Sreenivasa Rao might have donned
the cap of politician umpteen times and yes, he did act like CM in many films
for the past. Yet, Kota's role in Prathinidhi is quite different from his
previous ones. Unlike his erstwhile films, Kota has more or less equal screen
presence with Nara Rohit in the film. Kota fits the bill aptly.
Shubhra Aiyyappa: Newcomer Shubhra Aiyyappa is not so easy on
eyes. She looks old. Shubhra needs to improve her acting prowess. Else, going
gets tough for her given that there is high competition.
Technical aspects: On technical front, Prathinidhi scores
well. Chitti Babu cranks his camera well. Background score comes in handy for
gripping narrative. Editing is good. However, editor should have used his
scissors well for the first part of the film which appears draggy at times.
Thumbs Up:
1. Nara Rohit
2. Story
3. Gripping Screenplay
4. Dialogues
5. Climax
Thumbs Down:
1. Romantic track of Rohit-Shubhra Aiyyappa
2. Sluggish narration in first half
Analysis: The film opens with interesting title cards quoting
best quotes of popular, influential leaders. Right from then, the movie goes on
pace till the end. It is a bold, fresh take on prevailing political system. The
well-conceived, thought-provoking film is an eye-opener to many wicked
politicians and traditional political parties. Despite handful of mistakes, draggy
narration at times, debutante director succeeds in keeping the thrill alive
till the end. It's the second half, told convincingly, that saves the film.
Especially, Manchodu Sreenu's demands for releasing CM and
his reasons for abducting him is what strikes a chord. Dialogues are big asset.
Nara Rohit's subtle performance works in favour of the film. Actors Kota
Sreenivasa Rao, Posani Krishna Murali as usual did fine job. Hitting the
screens in political season, Prathinidhi makes for a good watch.
Verdict: Manchi Prathinidhi (Good representative)
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