Movie Name: Purushothamudu
Release Date: 2024-08-29
Cast: Raj Tarun, Hasini Sudheer, Ramya Krishnan, Prakash Raj, Murali Sharma
Director: Ram Bhimana
Producers: Ramesh Tejawath, Prakash Tejawath
Music: Gopi Sundar
Banner: Sridevi Productions
“Purushothamudu” is a film starring Raj Tarun, directed by Ram Bhimana and produced by Ramesh Tejawath and Prakash Tejawath.
Gopi Sundar has composed the music for this movie, which was released in theaters on July 26th and started streaming on Aha from August 29th.
The film features veteran actors like Prakash Raj, Murali Sharma, and Ramya Krishnan in key roles.
Plot Summary:
Ram (played by Raj Tarun) returns to India after completing his studies in London. His father, Aditya Ram (Murali Sharma), is a wealthy businessman who manages the Parashurama Group of Companies efficiently.
His mother, Bharati (Kausalya), supports Aditya’s dream of seeing Ram become the CEO of their company.
However, this idea does not sit well with Vasundhara (Ramya Krishnan), Aditya’s sister-in-law.
Vasundhara holds a 50% stake in the company and must approve any major decisions. She has a son, Abhay, whom she wants to see as the CEO instead.
According to company rules established by Parashuramaiah, the prospective CEO must live incognito for 100 days, mingling with ordinary people without revealing their identity or using their wealth or background.
If anyone discovers their true identity during this period, they lose their claim to the CEO position.
Aditya Ram previously secured his CEO position when Raghava (Prakash Raj) failed to return from his 100-day challenge, leading to ongoing tension between Aditya and Vasundhara.
Now, Vasundhara insists that the same rule applies to the next CEO candidate. Consequently, Ram sets off on his journey, determined to prove himself by living as a common man for 100 days.
Meanwhile, Vasundhara is equally determined to find and expose Ram, ensuring that her son becomes the CEO.
Ram decides to go to Vizag, but an unexpected event forces him to get off the train midway. He ends up in a village called Rayapulanka, where his life takes an unexpected turn.
The story unfolds as Ram faces various challenges and tries to stay hidden while Vasundhara’s hired gang attempts to track him down.
The film also delves into the mystery of Vasundhara’s husband, who disappeared 20 years ago, and the obstacles Ram faces during his 100-day challenge.
Review:
The film’s premise of a privileged young man having to live as a commoner for 100 days is intriguing but not well-executed.
The audience is expected to empathize with the protagonist’s struggles, but the film fails to evoke the necessary emotional connection.
The narrative becomes predictable when Ram reaches a village where he meets the heroine, who makes his life easier and eventually falls in love with him.
Their romance lacks chemistry, making their relationship unconvincing.
The subplot involving Ram helping local flower farmers against a corrupt businessman feels forced, and the scenes where villagers idolize him for superficial reasons seem unrealistic and exaggerated.
Despite having seasoned actors like Ramya Krishnan and Prakash Raj, their roles are underutilized, with limited importance in the storyline. The attempt to include comedy through Brahmanandam and Racha Ravi falls flat and does not resonate with the audience.
The music by Gopi Sundar is forgettable, and while the cinematography and editing are decent, they cannot compensate for the weak story and execution.
Overall, “Purushothamudu” carries a weighty title and a promising premise but is ultimately let down by poor direction and a lackluster script.
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