Film: Mr Bachchan
Director: Harish Shankar

Cast: Ravi Teja, Bhagyashree Borse, Jagapathi Babu, and others

Producers: TG Vishwaprasad, Bhushan Kumar, Krishna Kumar, Abhishek Pathak

Music Director: Mickey Jay Meyer,
Cinematography: Ayanaka Bose
Editor: Ujwal Kulkarni

Banner: People Media Factory
Release Date: August 15, 2024

iQlik Movies Rating: 2.25/5

Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja created the film Mr Bachchan, directed by Harish Shankar. The actor plays an honest and fearless Income Tax Officer in the film.

Story:
Mr. Bachchan (Ravi Teja) gets suspended from duty for raiding a corrupt person and returns to his hometown of Kotipalli. There, he falls in love with Jikki (Bhagyashree Borse). The plot twists when Mr. Bachchan is reinstated and tasked with a challenging raid on the powerful MP Mutyam Jaggaiah (Jagapathi Babu), leading to intense confrontations and action sequences.

Performances:
Ravi Teja shines as Mr. Bachchan, bringing his trademark energy, comedic timing, and powerful screen presence to the role. His portrayal of the character is multifaceted. Bhagyashree Borse plays the female lead, Jikki. While her role is largely centered around her looks and presence in the songs, she manages to hold her own alongside Ravi Teja. Jagapathi Babu delivers a routine performance as the antagonist, Mutyam Jaggaiah. Comedian Satya provides comic relief, especially in the first half, with his scenes working well to entertain the audience. The supporting cast, including Sachin Khedekar, Tanikella Bharani, Gautami, and Praveen, contribute convincingly to their roles.

Technical Aspects:
Mickey J. Meyer delivers a decent background score that complements the film's tone, but the songs are just average, lacking the punch needed for a film of this genre. They are just one-time listeners. The film is visually appealing, with well-shot scenes that enhance the action sequences and the overall aesthetic. The cinematography is one of the film's stronger technical aspects. Ujwal Kulkarni's editing is a mixed bag. While some scenes are well-paced, others, particularly in the second half, could have been trimmed to maintain a more engaging narrative flow. The production values are top-notch, with no compromises made in terms of the film's look and feel.

Review:
Mr. Bachchan has all the elements of a typical mass entertainer?action, drama, romance, and comedy. However, nothing is impressive. The primary draws are Ravi Teja's performance and some comedy scenes. The movie's first half is neither entertaining nor engaging. The film falters in the second half, where the narrative becomes sluggish and predictable. The lack of a compelling story, especially in the latter part, makes the film feel longer than necessary. The expected mind games between the hero and the villain don't live up to their potential, and the satisfactory climax doesn't fully redeem the slow pace that precedes it. Harish Shankar managed to create some memorable moments but nothing is up to the mark. The screenplay suffers from a lack of consistency, with the second half dragging down the overall impact of the film. While the film offers some commercial elements that will connect with fans of mass entertainers, it ultimately falls short of being a complete package.

Plus Points:
Ravi Teja's Screen Presence
Heroine's Glamour
Visuals

Minus Points:
Screenplay
Direction
Second Half

Final Verdict: Mr Bachchan Delivers A Dud