January 12, 2024
Prashanth Varma and Teja Sajja’s ‘Hanu Man’ have been generating widespread buzz in recent months, backed by aggressive promotions and special premiers. The team is highly confident, so they went ahead with special premiers all over India, But does the film live up to the considerable expectations surrounding it? Let’s delve into the details.
Story: Hanumanthu(Teja Sajja), is a small-time thief from Anjanadhri. Playing the role of his sister (Varalaxmi Sarathkumar) takes immense care of him. His love interest, Meenakshi(Amritha Aiyer) is also from the same village. The narrative takes an intriguing turn when Gajapathi (Raj Deepak Shetty) falsely presents himself as Anjanadhri’s Savior and slowly takes control of the village. Hanumanthu’s life takes a supernatural twist when he discovers a precious stone that grants him superpowers. The film unfolds with questions surrounding Hanumanthu’s abilities, his confrontation with Gajapathi, and the mysterious connection to Micheal (Vinay Rai).
Technical Analysis: Gowri Hari’s background score especially during climax is exceptional. The cinematography by Shivendra is neat. While the folk song is engaging, other musical elements are decent. Prashanth Varma‘s directorial vision shines, injecting high moments at regular intervals, keeping the audience engaged. The last twenty minutes and scenes related to Lord Hanuman are particularly impactful. The film is held back by mediocre editing, with a few sequences needing tightening.
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In essence, ‘Hanu Man’ emerges as a compelling superhero film, brimming with goosebumps-inducing moments. The final half-hour, numerous high points, and well-incorporated humor stand out as its biggest assets. Despite a familiar storyline, Prashanth Varma successfully maintains audience interest, elevating Lord Hanuman with powerful dialogues and a striking background score. Performances by Teja Sajja, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Amritha Aiyer, and others contribute to the film’s appeal. While a few scenes may feel dragged, and the initial half-hour could have been sharper, Hanu-Man proves to be a worthwhile watch this Sankranthi season.
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