Movie Name: Brahma Anandam
Director: Rvs Nikhil

Cast: Raja Goutham, Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore, Priya Vadlamani, Aishwarya Holakkal, Rajeev Kanakala, Sampath Raj, Raghu Babu, Prabhakar, Divija Prabhakar, Dayanand Reddy and Others

Producer: Rahul Yadav Nakka
Music Director: Sandilya Pisapati
Cinematographer: Mitesh Parvathaneni
Editor: Praneeth Kumar

Release Date: February 14, 2025

iQlik Movies Rating: 2.25/5

Director RVS Nikhil's Brahma Anandam brings together legendary comedian Brahmanandam and his son Raja Goutham in a heartfelt comedy-drama that explores family bonds, aspirations, and unconventional love. The film is produced by Rahul Yadav Nakka. Check out the review of the film here.

Story:

Brahma (Raja Goutham), a struggling theater artist, battles financial instability and a crumbling love life with Tara (Priya Vadlamani). Just when he lands a golden opportunity to showcase his talent, he faces the challenge of funding his play. His estranged grandfather, Anand Ram Murthy (Brahmanandam), living in an old-age home, steps in to help-but with a condition. What is the condition? Did Ananda Murthy Help Brahma? What happens in the end? Forms the story of the movie.

Performances:

Brahmanandam moves away from his usual slapstick comedy, He delivers a nuanced performance filled with warmth and quiet emotion. His expressions and restrained acting make Anand Ram Murthy a memorable character. Raja Goutham convincingly portrays the role of a struggling artist with sarcasm and realism, making him relatable to younger audiences. Vennela Kishore is good in a comic role. Priya Vadlamani, Divija Prabhakar, Sampath Raj, and Rajeev Kanakala do justice to their roles, but their characters could have been fleshed out better.

Technical Aspects:

The camera work of the film is just okay and especially in the second half, the work should have been better. The music is not up to the mark. The background score is also very low and subtle. The editing could have been better. The production values are also not up to the standards of the previous films, bankrolled by the production house.

Review:

The film has moments of depth, especially in exploring familial bonds and love in old age. The film attempts to redefine love and companionship beyond age while shedding light on artist's dreams and struggles. However, the emotional weight of these themes is diluted due to inconsistent narration. The film's shift to the village setting slows down the film considerably. The bond between Brahma and Anand Ram Murthy needed more emotional depth. The theme of elderly romance is unique but doesn?t receive the depth it deserves. Brahma Anandam is a film with its heart in the right place but struggles with execution. Brahmanandam's heartfelt performance and Raja Goutham's sincerity are definite positives, but a slow-moving screenplay and underwhelming emotional depth hold the film back. If you're a fan of Brahmanandam and enjoy sentimental dramas, it might be worth a watch. Otherwise, you may find better options for entertainment this weekend.

Plus Points:

Few emotional scenes
Few comedy scenes

Minus Points:

Weak Screenplay
Unconvincing Plot
Execution

Final Verdict: Brahma Anandam Is Neither Entertaining Nor Engaging