Uppena

Uppena is a movie which tried to say a very important concept but the way they are showing the film is important. The direction and cinematography is good. But this film lacks screenplay, unwanted scenes songs repeated scenes are disturbing the interesting factors of the movie. The role of Vijay Sethupathi sir is top notch and the portion when he comes is nxt level. So overall uppena is an above average movie with a good message.

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Special Note to the amazing debutant team. Vaishnav Tej and Krithi Shetty absolutely crushed it. They look like very experienced actors. We can clearly see their hard work that they have put into this film. Director Buchi Babu has also done good job for debutant director. Vijay Sethupathi as krithi's father is amazing at his role; this movie has so much more depth only because of his role. DSP Songs and Background Score is the biggest highlight of the movie!! His music will make people come to the theatre!

In Depth Analysis:

1st half: The movie starts off amazing with Vijay Sethupathi and establishing his constant strive to protect his "paruvu." We have seen this in many movies but the way they have shown it in the movie is quiet interesting. Then comes the Hero introduction. It was pretty good and fit for a debutant actor from the MEGA FAMILY. Vaishnav's eyes have this nice glow which makes him have a nice aura around him. The part where Vijay Sethupathi is searching for who krithi's lover is the best part in the whole film. The way the tension rises creates a feeling of tension in our hearts also.

2nd half: At the end of the first half when vijay sethupathi kills Vaishnav's father we will eagerly wait to see what will happen next but this is where the director disappoints. Generally if that situation happens, then Vaishnav is supposed to take revenge on Vijay Sethupathi and some amount of distance should arouse between krithi and vaishnav. Instead the director decides to add a twist which was totally unnecessary.

When krithi and vaishnav run off from vijay instead of revenge vaishnav decides to tell vijay sethupathi where his daughter is and give away her location. That is the dumbest thing ever. The whole revenge aspect is ignored and vaishnav kind of supports the guy who killed his father. All in all even though the screenplay makes practically no sense the climax scene was well executed and krithi's action is exceptionally well and. One can say KRITHI was the main pillar of the movie just for her mind blowing acting.

Overall the movie is a routine story executed very well that deviates itself in the second half; also has amazing performances and is exceptional for a debutant team!

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Scale to compare

9.0/10 Mahanati, 8.0/10 Bahubali 1 & 2, 7.0/10 Ala Vaikunta puramu lo, 6.0/10 Uppena, 5.0/10 Saaho, 4.0/10 Agnyathavasi.

The highlight of the movie is VJS characterization as a ruthless casteist and peculiar things he do to uphold his caste prestige. The romantic track between the lead actors is age old and boring in the beginning. But, the movie picks up well in the 2nd half after a crucial fight scene and everything connects. DSPs music and bgm is soulful and engaging.

There's nothing new in the film except the climax. Routine nibba nibbi love story. Performance of every actor is good. Music is enjoyable. Overall a one time watch. Stop calling it a classic.

I'm not going to lie,but I had high expectations before I entered the theatre to watch Uppena. Mythri Movie Makers who've given some beautiful films in the past producing this,the amazing songs and most importantly Sukumar's assistant directing,I think it's fair to say I was expecting something better but Uppena tries to get there but it simply can't.

The romance is outdated and the storyline up till the climax is dragged out. The characters seem interesting but they become so involved in their love and you're left wondering if at any point you'd be able to know more about them separately.

Now it doesn't mean Uppena doesn't have its pros. The leads,especially Krithi Shetty do justice to their roles and Vijay Sethupathi as usual is nothing less than perfect. The visuals are pleasing and the music is probably the best thing about this film for me. Some dialogues are well written and so are a couple of scenes.

Now I know that people thought the climax was hard hitting and till an extent it is but by the time the twist comes ahead you've lost interest and have looked at your watch at least 5 times. If only the second half was tighter.

At the end of the day Uppena is like a good swim in the sea spoilt because of the rain.If you want a dose of 2000's romance and can sit through a slow second half,give this film a shot.