Tillu Square

Tillu is back, and this time, it's a square footage riot! "Tillu Square" picks up where the first film, "DJ Tillu," left off. Our lovable rogue DJ, played by the ever-charming Siddhu Jonnalagadda, stumbles into a fresh set of hilarious troubles. A one-night stand leads to unexpected complications, and Tillu's signature wit is put to the test as he dodges danger and romantic entanglements.

Die-hard fans of the first film will be pleased. Siddhu continues to be the heart and soul of the movie, his comedic timing and on-screen presence a guaranteed laugh riot. The script is packed with one-liners that will have you chuckling, and the supporting cast delivers strong performances as well. Anupama adds a touch of glamour, while veterans like Prince and Murali Sharma bring their comedic chops to the table.

However, "Tillu Square" isn't without its flaws. The story treads familiar territory, with some scenes feeling like a retread of the first film. Additionally, the humor can occasionally veer into slightly crass territory, so this might not be the best choice for a first date movie.

Overall, "Tillu Square" is a fun-filled sequel that delivers on its promise of entertainment. If you enjoyed the first film and are looking for a laugh-out-loud good time, then this movie is definitely worth checking out. Just be prepared for some deja vu and maybe a few jokes that land a little wide.

Good :

1. Tillu (duhhh) 2. Comedy (every joke landed well and the theatre was burst into laughter) 3. Story (except climax and some parts in second half) 4. Supporting characters (well half of the jokes landed well cuz of the supporting characters, especially the father character) 5. Direction (the pace is good, enjoyed the whole duration except for a few moments in second half) 6. A few twists!

Cons : 1. Anupama Parameshwaran (Plastic acting. Every time she cries, it's like we know that they put some drops in her eyes.) 2. Costume design (Tillu's costumes are top tier. While anupama's costumes are utter crap in some situations. Like she wears a sleeveless cleavage gown for a devotional song.) 3. Slightly laggy second half. (There's a filler song in second half which is sudden and unnecessary!) 4. Very convenient ending (The first part ending was better. This one gives the protagonist a huge plot armour and very convenient)

Is it worth it?

Watch it in theatres if you can book a ticket in packed theatres. Or else wait for ott. Without crowd, these kind of movies aren't that different in theatre and ott.

"Tillu Square" graces the scene as the chic follow-up to "DJ Tillu," bearing a striking resemblance with about 80% of its DNA mirroring the original. Within its framework, it introduces two novel elements, hitting a mixed note with one being a hit and the other, unfortunately, missing the mark.

Narrative-wise, it's passable. Our lead, Tillu, retains his charm, albeit not quite capturing the magic of his debut performance. The screenplay is a mixed bag, featuring a handful of scenes that pop, a few that miss the mark, and others that simply fail to ignite, leaving the rest to fall squarely in the realm of mediocrity.

Production quality holds up well, with both cinematography and musical scores earning their stripes. Direction is on point, ensuring the film sails smoothly through its paces.

Siddu, in his element, delivers a sterling performance, living up to expectations. Anupama, while earnest in her efforts, seems to tread into the territory of overacting in her recent outings-a trend that's puzzling, to say the least.

The supporting cast turns in a decent performance, though none stand out as particularly memorable.

For aficionados of the original, "Tillu Square" might warrant a look, albeit with a grain of caution. Otherwise, feel free to give it a miss.

I laughed out loud for the first part many times but tillu square didn't have that many laughs.

The story starts off the same way as the first part but it looks more like drama. The charm of first movie is no longer present. I never really cared about the story in DJ tillu but rather I was waiting for the hilarious sequences and dialogues but in tillu square none of it comes. Songs are good and appropriately written and filmed for this movie but they come abruptly and don't make sense. It seems like tillu square needed more than just the lead pair, good supporting cast was missing even though some of the old cast was there in tillu square they didn't have good scenes.

Tillu has set up Tillu events and is leading a happy life. He even signs up to play at an event on his birthday week for an hefty amount. In the meantime, he meets up with Lilly, falling for her instantly and both have an one night stand. Lilly leaves in the morning to his disappointment and a month later, they bump into each other at an hospital. She tells him about her pregnancy and amidst his shock, their wedding is fixed. On his birthday night, he is invited to a familiar apartment by Lilly and she reveals herself to be Rohit's sister. With his past catching up, Tillu realizes he has once again fallen into a trap. Once Lilly's true intentions are revealed, Tillu being the scapegoat, how does he save himself from another mess, forms rest of the story.

Like DJ Tillu, even the sequel relies on Siddu's performance and comic timing. When it comes to that, (Tillu)² is a total entertainer. Logic has no place in this franchise and the director plays to it's strength wisely. The first half has enough fun moments and doesn't drag much till the interval where the story actually begins. Unlike DJ Tillu, the second half here works better, giving ample scope for Siddu to entertain. Even Radhika's brief cameo leads for an hilarious segment. It might not boast of any repeat value yet with the slight improvement in the second half, (Tillu)² is a much better entertainer than it's prequel.