Pekamedalu

Pekamedalu- a true-to-life film depicting the middle-class mindset with honest storytelling and performances. Although it may not have the sparkle of mainstream movie, its depth of emotion and sincerity speak for it.

Vinod Kishan and Anusha Krishna hold up this movie by playing their roles so well which captures struggles, aspirations, sorrows etc., middle class people face in life. Other characters play supporting roles without much prominence. Technically speaking Haricharan has done justice to Pekamedalu; its cinematography enhances authenticity of narration while art direction as well as Smaran Sai's background score smoothly supports everything thus maintaining narrative integrity within. This once again exhibits producer Rakesh Varre commitment towards such stories whereas director Nilgiri Mamilla shows great faith in this script.

Raw and realistic scenario happened in the middle class families, especially the male who seeks shortcuts to grow in life spoils his life along with his peripherals too. A man with no responsibility towards his own life & especially his family will always destroys the present and future of his family members. Astonishing point in the movie is the director not only pointed the problem through the main lead, he also shows the realistic inspirational way forward in the end. One of the amazing movie watched in recent times 👌👌. Very impressive & well done work by the director. I wish the director to make great films and flourish as a great movie maker👍🏼

I started watching with no expectations and got hooked almost instantly. Great story, Super direction, writing and screenplay. Realistic and brilliant performances by lead actors. Even the supporting cast though not very well known have played their parts very well.

Story is simple and focuses on well educated, lazy lower middle class man who never changes and keeps cheating everyone around him and his conflict with a hard working wife with simple aspirations to shift to better home/locality, send her son to better school. Screenplay flows very smoothly and towards the end when you feel director is giving a very typical cinematic ending, he blows your mind with a great climax.

Movies like these need to be encouraged and I really wish I watched this movie in the theater. More power to such team/actors/storytellers and hope they find all the encouragement to bring more such simple stories to life and entertain us.

Movie Review

This movie is an absolute gem-entertaining, thought-provoking, and refreshingly grounded in reality. It tackles the concept of women's empowerment in a way that feels authentic and relatable, steering clear of preachiness while delivering a powerful message. The story explores the idea that some people, while not inherently evil, can still act as parasites-bringing no good to those around them. It's a sharp, unflinching look at how such individuals can impact the lives of others, especially women, and the strength it takes to overcome their influence.

What sets this film apart is its ability to feel so true to life. For anyone who has encountered people like the lead character in reality, the portrayal will hit home. The movie doesn't shy away from showcasing that some people are too far gone to change, and it presents this truth with remarkable honesty and nuance.

Beautifully shot in natural settings, the cinematography enhances the film's grounded tone, and the performances are stellar across the board. The actors bring a sense of rawness and authenticity that makes the characters and their struggles deeply relatable. This is a movie that doesn't just tell a story; it feels like a reflection of real-life experiences.

In many ways, this film feels like a spiritual companion to Brochevarevarura, blending humor, drama, and emotional depth in a way that resonates long after the credits roll. It's a rare achievement to create a movie that is both entertaining and meaningful, and this one pulls it off effortlessly.

With its empowering narrative and grounded storytelling, this film is truly one of the standout women-centric movies of the year-a must-watch for anyone looking for cinema that entertains, inspires, and stays with you.