Puri Jagannath's brother Sai Ram Shankar has been trying his best to leave his mark on the big screen. Till now he failed with his attempts and he is now coming up with the film Vey Dharuvey. Vey Dharuvey directed by Naveen Reddy is releasing on 15 March 2024. Let us see what Sai Ram Shankar offered with Vey Dharuvey.
Vey Dharuvey tells the story of Shankar(Sai Ram Shankar), a young man from Karimnagar who moves to Hyderabad in search of a job after failing to clear his engineering papers. In Hyderabad, he falls in love with Shruti (Yasha Ravi Kumar), but their budding romance takes an unexpected turn when Shankar discovers a shocking truth.
As Shankar delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a scam involving Fly Consultants CEO Satya Harishandra Prasad (Devraj Pothuru), his brother Banu (Sunil), and others. Determined to expose the truth and seek justice, Shankar navigates through various challenges, including his personal struggles and the obstacles posed by powerful individuals.
The film highlights Shankar's journey as he balances his quest for love, justice, and personal growth. Through his efforts, Shankar not only fights for his own redemption but also strives to make a positive impact on society.
Sai Ram Shankar displayed a commendable effort in portraying his character, sporting a different look and mannerisms that added depth to his role. His energetic dance sequences and smooth execution of stunts were notable highlights. However, his dialogue delivery, while initially intriguing, seemed out of place as the film progressed.
Yasha Ravi Kumar's performance was decent, fitting the role adequately. She exuded glamour in a song sequence, adding to the film's visual appeal.
Sunil and Devraj Pothuru delivered convincing performances in their respective roles as antagonists, adding a layer of intensity to the narrative. Kashi Vishwanath's portrayal of a middle-class father was convincing and seemed tailor-made for him.
Supporting actors like 30 Years Prudhvi, Sathyam Rajesh, Posani Krishna Murali, Prabhas Seenu, Chammak Chandra, Vinod Vijayan, and Roller Raghu provided comic relief with their antics, eliciting laughter from the audience. Their performances added a light-hearted element to the film, balancing the serious themes with moments of humor.
Vey Dharuvey, penned by Naveen Reddy, follows a predictable path, blending youthful romance with a subplot highlighting the societal impact of fake degree rackets. The narrative sticks to a familiar template from start to finish, with the first half managing to hold interest partly due to the comedy sequences featuring supporting actors.
However, the film loses its momentum in the second half as Naveen Reddy attempts to introduce emotional scenes, testing the patience of the audience with its routine approach. The story concludes in a foreseeable manner, failing to offer any surprises.
While the story is predictable, the screenplay and direction fall below par. The dialogues are average and do not stand out.
Satish Mutyala's cinematography is average, with some visually appealing shots of scenic locations in a song. Bheems Ceciroleo's music is lively and foot-tapping, with a couple of songs being visually well-executed. The background score complements the story well.
The editing by Uddhav is below average, with many repetitive scenes and a dragging pace, especially in the second half. The dialogues are ordinary, and the production values are commendable.
Altogether, Vey Dharuvey presents a story that feels like a throwback to 80s-style love stories, but unfortunately, it falls short of leaving a lasting impact. Sai Ram Shankar's attempt at portraying different mannerisms is commendable, but it doesn't elevate the film significantly.
Director Naveen Reddy's intention to craft an entertaining first half and an emotional second half is evident, but the execution fails to resonate with the audience. With some fine-tuning of the script, the film could have potentially avoided this pitfall.
Considering these aspects, Cinejosh gives "Vey Dharuvey" a rating of 1.