Movie Name : Laila
Release Date : February 14, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 2/5
Starring : Vishwaksen,Akanksha Sharma
Director : Ram Narayan
Producer : Sahu Garapati
Music Director : Leon James
Cinematographer : Richard Prasad
Editors : Sagar Dadi
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Mass Ka Das Vishwak Sen’s new movie Laila has been released amidst controversy. It has arrived in cinemas today. Read our review to find out how it is.
Story:
Sonu (Vishwak Sen) is the owner of a beauty parlour, admired by many women in his neighborhood. However, he finds himself at odds with local rowdy Rustum (Abhimanyu Singh) and SI Shankar (Babloo Prithviraj). To escape their threats, Sonu takes on a new identity as Laila. How this transformation unfolds and where it leads forms the rest of the story.
Plus Points:
Vishwak Sen’s decision to take on a challenging role with a lady getup is bold, and he puts in a decent effort. As Laila, he delivers a passable performance.
Abhimanyu Singh plays his role well, adding a few moments of comic relief, particularly in the second half. His presence gives the film some much-needed liveliness.
Minus Points:
The film’s biggest drawback is its outdated and weak storyline, which lacks depth or purpose. The narrative follows a predictable formula, offering little novelty beyond what was already revealed in the trailer. While there was potential for an engaging comedy, the inclusion of crass humour and unnecessary dialogues diminishes its appeal.
Vishwak Sen’s choice of script remains questionable, as the film lacks any emotional connection or a strong justification for his character’s transformation. The screenplay is underdeveloped, and the execution leaves much to be desired. The director’s approach appears directionless, and some of the messaging, including outdated notions about complexion, feels unnecessary.
Akanksha Sharma’s role is minimal, with most of her screen time limited to songs that fail to leave an impression. Most of the characters are underdeveloped. The inclusion of Chiranjeevi references here and there feels forced and unnecessary.
Technical Aspects:
Director Ram Narayan’s writing and execution do not make a strong impact. A well-structured screenplay could have made Laila a better entertainer, but weak storytelling holds it back.
Leon James’ music lacks appeal, and the cinematography is average at best. Despite a crisp runtime, the editing does not add much to the film’s flow. Production values are decent but do not significantly enhance the viewing experience.
Verdict:
On the whole, Laila is a silly, tedious and poorly executed film that fails to engage. Despite Vishwak Sen’s efforts, the weak script, crass humour, and lack of depth make it a dull and unconvincing watch. With no emotional core, subpar writing, and uninspired direction, Laila ends up as a forgettable misfire that hardly justifies its existence.
123telugu.com Rating: 2/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
