Movie Name : Brahma Anandam
Release Date : February 14, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 2.5/5
Starring : Raja Goutham, Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore, Priya Vadlamani, Aishwarya Holakkal, Rajeev Kanakala, Sampath Raj, Raghu Babu, Prabhakar, Divija Prabhakar, Dayanand Reddy and Others
Director : Rvs Nikhil
Producer : Rahul Yadav Nakka
Music Director : Sandilya Pisapati
Cinematographer : Mitesh Parvathaneni
Editor : Praneeth Kumar
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Brahma Anandam is a Telugu comedy-drama starring the King of Comedy, Meme God Brahmanandam, and his son Raja Goutham in lead roles. The film hit the big screens today. Check out our review to learn how it fares.
Story:
Brahma (Raja Goutham) is a struggling theater artist, constantly chasing his big break. While his dreams remain just out of reach, financial struggles and an unstable love life with Tara (Priya Vadlamani) only add to his woes. Just when he lands an opportunity to stage his play at a prestigious event, he faces a major hurdle—arranging the required money. Meanwhile, his grandfather, Anand Ram Murthy (Brahmanandam), lives in an old-age home, disconnected from his family. Seeing Brahma’s desperation, he offers to help but insists on a plan. Anand, Brahma, and his friend Giri (Vennela Kishore) embark on a journey to the village of Burradupalem, where Anand’s real intentions slowly unfold. Why has he brought them there? What is he truly seeking? The film unravels these questions.
Plus Points:
Brahmanandam is the soul of the film, proving once again why he is a legend. Moving beyond his signature comedic roles, he delivers a performance filled with warmth and subtle emotions. His expressions and dialogue delivery make the character of Anand Ram Murthy truly memorable.
Raja Goutham steps up his game, showing glimpses of an actor who deserves more recognition. His sarcastic and realistic portrayal of Brahma resonates well with the younger audience, and director RVS Nikhil utilises his potential effectively.
Vennela Kishore, in his usual effortless style, provides comic relief and ensures that even weaker moments in the screenplay get a humorous lift. His presence adds much-needed energy to the narrative.
Priya Vadlamani, Divija Prabhakar, Sampath Raj, and Rajeev Kanakala fit their roles well, making solid contributions to the story.
Minus Points:
The film begins on a promising note, immersing the audience in Brahma’s struggles and setting up an intriguing premise. However, once the story shifts to the village, the momentum slows down. The screenplay falters, stretching out scenes that could have been more impactful with better pacing.
The heart of the film lies in its exploration of love beyond age—an attempt to break conventions and redefine companionship. However, inconsistent narration and a weak screenplay prevent this theme from achieving the emotional depth it deserves. The love story between the elderly characters holds the potential to be moving and thought-provoking, but its on-screen execution lacks the finesse needed to leave a lasting impact. While the director’s intent is clear, the storytelling fails to do full justice to this beautiful concept.
Additionally, the emotional bond between Brahma and Anand Ram Murthy, which should have been the backbone of the film, feels underdeveloped. A stronger emphasis on their evolving relationship could have added more weight to the narrative.
Some supporting characters remain underutilised, and certain key moments fail to leave a lasting impression due to uneven storytelling.
Technical Aspects:
Director-writer RVS Nikhil deserves credit for giving Brahmanandam a meaningful role, but the storytelling needed more refinement. A tighter screenplay and better execution could have turned this film into an emotional powerhouse.
The music, though decent, occasionally disrupts the flow of scenes, though the background score during the climax is commendable. The cinematography is neat, but the editing, especially in the second half, could have been sharper. Production values are solid.
Verdict:
On the whole, Brahma Anandam has a promising premise but falters in execution. While Brahmanandam delivers a refreshing performance and Raja Goutham impresses, the film struggles with a sluggish narrative and an underdeveloped emotional core. If you’re a fan of Brahmanandam and enjoy slow-paced dramas, you might try it, but keep your expectations in check. Otherwise, look out for better entertainment choices this weekend.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.5/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
