Movie Name : Jetlee
Release Date : May 01, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 2.5/5
Starring : Satya, Rhea Singha, Vennela Kishore, Ajay and others
Director : Ritesh Rana
Producers : Chiranjeevi, Hemalatha Pedamallu
Music Director : Kaala Bhairava
Cinematographer : Suresh Sarangam
Editor : Karthika Srinivas
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Jetlee is the latest outing from director Ritesh Rana, known for his quirky brand of comedy. With Satya taking the lead this time, the film arrives with a fair bit of curiosity. Let’s see how it fares.
Story:
Pragapathi (Ajay) runs a bank that collapses under a loss of Rs. 15,000 crore. After provoking Harish Chandra (Subhalekha Sudhakar), he flees to Dubai. Agent Shivani Roy (Rhea Singha) and her team set out to bring him back to India, boarding a flight where Jetlee (Satya) is also present. However, Jetlee suddenly loses his memory. Meanwhile, an attack targets Pragapathi. What follows, along with the mystery behind Jetlee’s identity and his presence on the flight, forms the rest of the narrative.
Plus Points:
Satya once again proves why he is one of the most dependable comedians. His screen presence and timing naturally evoke laughter, and he gets a relatively substantial role here. He manages to carry the film in several portions, blending comedy with a bit of action.
Vennela Kishore gets a well written role and delivers effectively. His innocent demeanor and interactions with Satya generate consistent humour. The movie puzzle book track and his timely responses land well and add to the entertainment.
Rhea Singha is decent in her part. Harsha Chemudu is underused but manages to draw a few laughs. Ajay and the rest of the supporting cast are adequate.
The film includes meme based elements like visual inserts during TV sequences, hidden references, and QR based jokes. While these are fewer compared to the director’s earlier works, they still manage to evoke occasional smiles.
Minus Points:
The premise is fairly simple, but the execution lets it down. The writing lacks depth and freshness, relying on familiar ideas and predictable phrasing. There is a noticeable sense of repetition, with several scenes reiterating the same beats without adding anything new. At times, the narrative even contradicts itself, leading to inconsistency.
The screenplay is sluggish and uneven. Ritesh Rana attempts to balance comedy and action, but the blend does not come together effectively, resulting in a film that feels both confused and underwhelming. A tighter and more focused screenplay could have significantly improved the experience.
While Satya performs well, this is not among his best works. His character could have been explored better. In fact, many characters lack proper depth and purpose. Ritesh is known for extracting humour from every character, but that strength is largely missing here.
After a passable first half, the second half turns increasingly stretched and exhausting. The narrative drags, and the pacing dips noticeably. The climax feels forced and lacks the signature touch seen in the director’s earlier films.
Technical Aspects:
The issue lies more in the writing than the direction. Ritesh Rana’s script does not have the sharpness expected from him. The cinematography is decent and supports the setting well. Editing is a major drawback, as the film feels longer than its actual runtime due to loose narration and unnecessary scenes. Production values are acceptable, while the CG work could have been handled more convincingly. The background score works to an extent.
Verdict:
On the whole, Jetlee is a bumpy ride that works only in bits and pieces. Satya’s performance is the primary factor that keeps it afloat, but it is not enough to fully salvage the experience. The weak writing, repetitive narration, and sluggish second half weigh the film down significantly. This ends up being one of Ritesh Rana’s weaker efforts. There are other options to be entertained.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.5/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
Movie Name : Gaayapadda Simham
Release Date : May 1, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : Sree Vishnu, Tharun Bhascker,J.D.Chakravarthy,Faria Abdullah,Maanasa Choudhary,Kasyap Sreenivas,
Vishnu Oi, Harshavardhan, Subhalekha Sudhakar
Director : Kasyap Sreenivas
Producers : Kalyana Chakravarthy Manthina, Bhanu Kiran Pratapa, Vijay Krishna Lingamaneni, Umesh Kumar Bansal
Music Director : Sweekar Agasthi
Cinematographer : Vidya Sagar Chinta
Editor : Viplav Nyshadam
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Tharun Bhascker has now come up with the comedy drama Gaayapadda Simham. The movie marks the directorial debut of Kashyap Sreenivas. The film has been promoted quite well, and let’s see how it is.
Story:
Darahas (Tharun Bhascker) and YouTuber Shalini (Faria Abdullah) meet through a matchmaking setup, and soon they decide to get married. However, Shalini gets to know that Darahas and her father IG Vijayakanth (Subhaleka Sudhakar) have known each other for a long time. When asked about the same, Vijayakanth starts narrating about Darahas’ past and his connection to gangster Brutal Dharma (JD Chakravarthy).
Plus Points:
Gayapadda Simham features one of the most bizarre and crazy plotlines from Tollywood, and this initially draws our attention into the film’s world. To be able to think something different is definitely appreciable.
Tharun Bhascker is good as Darahas, a youngster who aims to take revenge on POTUS, Donald Trump. Director Kasyap Sreenivas plays a full-length role as the hero’s friend, and he did well. Some scenes evoke decent laughs here and there.
Minus Points:
Gaayapadda Simham aims to be a wacky and eccentric entertainer, but the narrative doesn’t quite pack a punch. Apart from a handful of gags, nothing really works much.
The first half moves at a slow pace, and this part introduces the key characters and their goals, acting as a setup for the chaos and madness that we expect to come. But the way the film ends is disappointing and dull. With such a crazy idea, we expect the goofiness and quirkiness to explode in the second half, but the movie doesn’t fully tap into its potential.
Initially, Sree Vishnu’s role shows promise, and the scenes depicting his peculiar family work to an extent, but the way the character is wrapped up is very underwhelming. The ending fails to live up to the setup established at the beginning. The same goes for JD Chakravarthy’s character. The actor got very less moments to shine, and that’s about it.
The final act mostly relies on spoof comedy, and it doesn’t land as intended. Attempts to generate fun through KGF’s narrative style, and the digs at Rohit Shetty’s Cop Universe don’t quite hit the mark. Female leads Manasa Choudhary and Faria Abdullah have very little to do in the narrative.
Technical Aspects:
Sweekar Agasthi’s music is okay, while cinematography by Vidya Sagar Chinta is neat. The production values are good, and editing needed more fine-tuning.
Director Kasyap Sreenivas has come up with a whimsical idea, but the presentation isn’t up to the mark to leave an impact. Very few moments click, and perhaps he should have gone ahead with wacky comedy instead of the parody approach towards the end.
Verdict:
On the whole, Gaayapadda Simham features a very interesting idea, but the execution is underwhelming, with only some scenes generating laughs. The movie promises a wacky ride initially, but the way it concludes lacks the desired impact. Tharun Bhascker did a fine job, and the second half starts well, but the film falls flat as it moves into the parody zone. Had the narrative been handled with more care, the movie would have realized its full potential.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
Satya has revealed that he is a huge admirer of Ram Charan. During a recent interview, the popular comedian shared that he is a cult fan of the star and even showed his mobile wallpaper featuring Ram Charan’s photo.
The gesture quickly caught the attention of fans and showcased Satya’s genuine admiration for the actor. Satya’s comments have now gone viral on social media, with many appreciating his honesty and enthusiasm as a fan.
The comedian is currently in the spotlight with the release of Jet Lee, which hit theatres today. While the film has opened to mixed responses overall, Satya’s performance has received praise from audiences.
Movie Name : Raja Shivaji
Release Date : May 1, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Bhagyashree, Vidya Balan
Director : Riteish Deshmukh
Producers : Genelia Deshmukh, Jyoti Deshpande
Music Director : Ajay-Atul
Cinematographer : Santosh Sivan
Editor : Urvashi Saxena
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Riteish Deshmukh’s highly anticipated directorial venture, Raja Shivaji, hit the screens today. Based on the life of the legendary Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the film features a massive star cast. Let’s see how this grand historical action drama holds up.
Story:
The film traces Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s (Riteish Deshmukh) relentless fight to establish Swarajya. It focuses on the guerrilla warfare tactics he used to counter the Mughal Empire and the Adil Shahi forces. Later, the narrative builds toward the legendary battle against Afzal Khan (Sanjay Dutt), which forms the core of the drama.
Plus Points:
Riteish Deshmukh breathes life into the role of Shivaji Maharaj. His commanding screen presence and strong dialogue delivery drive the movie forward. At the same time, Sanjay Dutt brings a terrifying edge to the cruel Afzal Khan. Bhagyashree also leaves a mark with her dignified performance as Jijabai.
Santosh Sivan’s cinematography is a major asset. Every frame looks stunning, elevating the massive scale of the production. Ajay-Atul’s background score hits the right notes, especially during the war scenes, where it gives you goosebumps. The action sequences look incredibly real, and the highly anticipated Afzal Khan episode stands out as the best part of the second half.
Minus Points:
The biggest hurdle for the film is its lengthy runtime. Clocking in at over three hours, the movie feels a bit heavy to sit through.
While the first half moves at a good pace, the second half slows down significantly, breaking the emotional flow.
Since the movie was originally shot in Marathi, the dubbing issues are clearly visible in other languages. Some scenes retain Marathi dialogues, which might disconnect regular viewers who aren’t familiar with the language.
Technical Aspects:
As a director, Riteish Deshmukh completely succeeds in bringing his grand vision to the big screen. He handles the massive scale without making major mistakes.
Genelia’s production values are top-notch, giving the film a premium feel. However, editor Urvashi Saxena could have chopped off several slow scenes in the second half to keep things crisp. Finally, the background music by Ajay-Atul pushes the entire film to another level.
Verdict:
On the whole, Raja Shivaji is a mildly engaging historical action drama backed by grand visuals. Riteish Deshmukh’s performance and Santosh Sivan’s cinematography stand out. However, the slow narration and excessive runtime weigh the film down. There are some good moments, but ultimately it falls short of being an epic, and ends up as a below-par watch.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
Naga Chaitanya says his involvement with Annapurna Studios goes far beyond acting, as he has been actively contributing to the studio’s technological growth.
Speaking about his role, Chaitanya revealed in an interview with Variety India that he stepped in around seven to eight years ago when his father wanted to build a world-class sound mixing facility at the studio.
According to Chay, the goal was to create a state-of-the-art setup capable of achieving Dolby premiere certification standards which are worldclass.
Chaitanya shared that he continues to remain deeply involved in upgrading Annapurna Studios’ post-production ecosystem by exploring the right collaborations and constantly improving technology.
At the release date announcement press meet of Peddi, star director Sukumar made an interesting comment about Ram Charan’s portrayal in the film. Sukumar feels that Charan’s performance in Buchi Babu Sana’s directorial is the actor’s career-best, even surpassing the all-time great Rangasthalam.
“Ram Charan’s energy in Rai Rai Raa Raa is on the next level, even dominating the visuals. His performance in Peddi will be a new benchmark, and it is even more captivating than my Rangasthalam,” said Sukumar.
Even cinematographer Ratnavelu opined that Peddi will be equally good as Rangasthalam, and that every aspect of the film has come out solid. Janhvi Kapoor plays the female lead, and AR Rahman is the music composer. Peddi releases in cinemas on June 4.
