Bhagavanth Kesari (2023) User Reviews

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[best-review · 5/10 · 18 October 2023]

Oh, what a cinematic masterpiece we have here! The story is an absolute gem, filled with groundbreaking, never-before-seen plot twists that will surely blow your mind... if you've been living under a rock for the past century. And who doesn't love those silly, forced elements that make you question your life choices?

The narration, oh, the narration! It's a comedy goldmine that will have you in stitches from start to finish... or maybe not, because apparently, the jokes are so advanced that they're on a whole other level. We should all take a moment to appreciate Bala Krishna's valiant effort. His looks and acting are just okay, but let's not forget his courageous attempt at speaking in Telangana slang, which is obviously a linguistic masterpiece.

And now, Kajal, the shining star of this film. Her impeccable acting skills and stunning looks are truly a sight to behold. I mean, who doesn't find her utterly irritating? It's almost like she's trying to be a comedian or something.

Sri Leela, on the other hand, got a role that showcased her unparalleled talent in dancing but left a lot to be desired in the acting department. Who needs a good actor when you've got the moves, right?

Let's not forget the music and cinematography, which are just the epitome of mediocrity. I mean, who needs memorable melodies or visually stunning scenes when you can settle for just "average"?

Last but not least, the direction. It's so refreshingly routine that you'll be left wondering if you accidentally stumbled into the wrong theater and ended up watching a "How to Make a Generic Movie 101" tutorial instead. Bravo!

Average

[sharathkumar84 · 5/10 · 23 October 2023]

This movie has message for daughters, but Not Impressed with Sreleela at all, she is simply overhyped and overrated and wasn't able to match up to the acting that the movie deserved and she is filled with overacting, which is a big no for this movie. She has nothing better to offer seriously. She doesn't suit for acting oriented movies or big budget films at all. The real star is director Anil and ballayya Garu for making this movie. They are at their best. Waiting for new Ballaya film soon. Hopefully have a bigger film next time. This movie was a little boring and monotonous in middle but overall average. Happy dussera to all.

Songs could have been avoided, not necessary really to put Sreleela dance as she's not that great as well. But nice attempt at the movie by Anil Sir and Ballayya.

Bro... I don't care!

[chand-suhas · 5/10 · 26 November 2023]

Nelokanda Bhagavanth Kesari (NBK) is in prison for a crime he didn't commit. He bonds with the Jailer's young daughter during his term and looking at his good nature, the Jailer too helps in getting him released early. After the Jailer's unexpected demise, Bhagavanth Kesari takes it upon himself to raise the young girl by becoming her father figure. She grows up with a psychological fear which becomes Kesari's mission to solve and make her join the army as per her dad's wishes. How Bhagavanth Kesari faces a villain from his past while prepping his daughter to join army and how long does it take for the villain to realise his mistake to mess with Bhagavanth again, forms rest of the story.

Anil Ravipudi has once again come up with his usual blend of humor and fan service along with the usual dosage of cringe. With NBK in the lead, he has fairly succeeded in doing full fan service in presenting him. Rather than talking about the flaws in the script, it's better to highlight the stuff Anil Ravipudi is able to insert in a Balayya film, which otherwise wouldn't be something the audience expect to see. Unleashing Balayya early on, it's commendable that the big climax fight is shared with SreeLeela than going solo and it worked. Not having the usual song breaks with a heroine was another achievement indeed and even that contributed to a smooth watch.

The first half was over the top and few funny scenes do evoke some laughs. But it takes a while to get used to Anil Ravipudi's narrative here as he tends to try a lot in elevating the character of Bhagavanth Kesari. What was usually a an interval block twist in these mass films, is revealed much early in a random scene. It is in the second half where the film ups it's entertainment quotient and all the action blocks work really well, especially the bus fight. Women empowerment and women safety to a lesson about bad touch, Balayya does all of that with his usual stuff and even gets beaten up by the villain which is the rarest of things to happen in a Balayya film. May be that is what sets this film apart from the usual Balayya lot. In the end, Balayya entertains and that's a win for Anil Ravipudi as well as the audience.

A good family entertainer movie.

[nsk-94908 · 6/10 · 19 October 2023]

"Bhagavanth Kesari" offers a refreshing change with Bala Krishna portraying a character more suitable for his age, a welcome departure from his usual roles. Unfortunately, Kajol Aggarwal's potential is underutilized, leaving her with an unremarkable role that fails to make an impact.

Anil Ravi Pudi's direction shines in the first half, which is filled with intrigue and excitement. However, the second half of the movie takes a disappointing turn, becoming rather dull.

SS Thaman's music is a letdown, with the exception of "Roar of Kesari," which stands out. Sree Leela delivers a strong performance, but her youthful appearance contrasts with her character's maturity.

The action sequences, though entertaining, lack logic and physics, but they still manage to engage the audience. The villain's acting falls within the realm of mediocrity.

Overall, "Bhagavanth Kesari" can be described as a family entertainer, suitable for a one-time watch. It's a film that showcases Bala Krishna's age-appropriate role but falls short in utilizing the potential of its cast and soundtrack, ultimately leaving room for improvement.

Wrong Message...Wicked Stereotypes

[loverfellow · 1/10 · 22 October 2023]

Just couldn't finish full movie. Protoganist is a violant maniac and movie was clearly trying to justify this non sense character. Its one thing to fight to save someone's life but totally wrong to hit somebody for merely using bad words against you.

Also, its unfathomable for even a villain to kill his own son just for the sake some monetary gain.

Typical scenes in movie seems again like a superhero strength of a 60+ years old progonist who will not even take a single hit and kill people like ants. This is usual formula of indian movies and unfortunately thats what is bringing money into the business. People simply don't like sensible stories and thats really worrisome for talented directors. Its probably one of the worst times in movie history.

Balaiah doesn't care...!!!

[PANDIAN120621 · 7/10 · 28 November 2023]

NBK new avatar does take a scenic route thats worthy of his age factor with usual rib tickling action sequence but a bold attempt to shed his trump card of mass dance numbers is somewhat a tough ask that he succeeded surprisingly... Kudos to young producers Sahu & Harish for rich production values that deviates NBK career to a new trend... Special thanks to director Anil ravipudi for thought provoking narratives about women empowerment that Keeps u emotionally glued until the end... A few action portions & some lagging scenes with Kajal could have been trimmed for better results... Take a bow to Thaman bgm without which the movie couldnt achieve this success... Overall a notable Pucca commercial hit for NBK in his last three outings.

Typical Telugu Stereotype Star Movie

[prabhasdurbesula · 4/10 · 26 November 2023]

Honestly I couldn't watch the whole movie. Typical cliched movie offering nothing new but also kind of tests your patience. NBK tried to do a role suitable to his age which is a good thing but the storyline and the performance do not match. Kajal Agarwal, Sree Leela, Arjun Rampal and other actors did their part with not much of an impact on the viewers. The bus fight scene is amusing. BGM by Thaman is okay and good at parts but no one will remember the songs. Cinematography is nice. Stunts are unreal. Direction by Anil Ravipudi is as usual with no novelty. If you're a fan may be you can watch it once otherwise totally skip it!

Emotional movie perfect apt

[kumar-00955 · 10/10 · 19 October 2023]

Perfect apt for balayya. Anil Ravipudi handled the script very well which connects both balayya fans and family audiences. Especially second half is very good .

Characterization of Srileela is very good. Director cleverly used the comedy timings to avoid bore situations and also didn't add any extra characters unnecessarily . Strict to the father and daughter relationship and emotion to raise a daughter like a SHER and how the goal achieved and purpose of the goal everything is good and situational.

Nice family entertainment in DASARA festival.

All the best to entire team . Finally Thaman BG is awesome .

Overall you will like it #Tags

[vamsikrishnamothukuri · 7/10 · 24 October 2023]

Action Comedy Musical.

The film may not have a good story but you will like the Action Comedy Drama Emotions Screenplay Note: Some good messeges are also given like girl safety good touch and bad touch, women's capabilities gender discrimination etc. Which you will find acceptable in present generation also.

Everyone Justified for their given roles and NBK carries the film on his shoulders.

Sree Leela is good in dance but could have been improved in acting areas. Kajal's role is okay Villan is new highlight.

Just another commercial movie you will definitely find worth watching. Go with your family for better experience.

Non sense - completely Avoidable

[CommonManReview · 1/10 · 28 November 2023]

What a sense less movie , I was barely able to watch the movie completely, a mess and complete overacting, balakrishna sir is known for his mass action and he did best in many movies but in this movie he looks completely dull and weak I don't know why they have taken Kajol Aggarwal in a role , at some point in the movie hero call kajal agarwal as aunty?? What the ?? Pardon me but there is no chemistry at all between hero or heroine and sreeleela character is also not so convincing, villan character is so weak and logic less , Arjun rampal looks so weak and lean , and some scenes like where hero is threatening big state ministers in front of police 🚓🚓. Is a joke , songs are weak and bgm is not good , please ignore this movie.

Excellent message with commercial stuff

[sarathbabu-08117 · 10/10 · 20 October 2023]

Really loved the movie not only me all having daughter will love and people dont have daughter also must learn something thanks to director for delivering such movie now a days where its necessary thanks to balayyya and sreeleela for doing and accepting such story hope this movie make heads up to some fans only but its a genuine movie must watch with family in this festival happy dussera to all telugu people.

Concentrating on story not in item and uncesary songs is very big plus for the movie we cant divert from the plot love to see such in telugu film that to in big mass hero movies congrats to the team for genuine brave ans useful movie attempt.

Better than expected

[neethaquarian · 7/10 · 15 December 2023]

No fan of any actor, watched the movie out of boredom n was quiet surprised. Yes, it is a typical masala movie with insane fights but it also treats it's women well (except for one scene where BalaKrishna calls Kajal aunty, just because she is above 30, though he is playing a 50 year old) and gives a very good message to train our girl child to be physically strong. A movie where women r treated well is a rarity in Telugu movies. It would have been better if they would have done away with the romantic angle. Kajal falling for Balakrishna just by looking at him was quiet unrealistic but so were all the action scenes, but they were fun. I would rather watch this movie than an Animal.

Average

[srinusiva-19728 · 1/10 · 19 October 2023]

It is extremely floo movie it does not have any story al all So this is an average movie in my think . But balakhrishna acting good. It seems not too God I thought. Great effort put by director. It is average. We can see one time. It is extremely floo movie it does not have any story al all So this is an average movie in my think . But balakhrishna acting good. It seems not too God I thought. Great effort put by director. It is average. We can see one time. But it is an average moviei think. But.it is not that much getting vibe. It is better with nbk acting is superb but the movie is not satisfying.

Weakest piece of writing by the director Anil Ravipudi

[hmallempati · 4/10 · 25 November 2023]

This is one of the weakest works by the director. It seems like the director wrote this story in their childhood and forgot to update it for the current generation, resulting in some inconsistencies. There are some flaws in the plot that don't make sense.

The movie's success appears to hinge solely on the hero.

The director should consider taking a break to analyze and refine their writing skills, checking you writing skills in this movie and F3. Without improvement, the next movie might risk becoming a flop, leading to the director fading away after just a few films.

We loved your work in your early movies, I hope you will come back strongly.

Family entertainer

[venkyece-40519 · 9/10 · 20 October 2023]

Balakrishna mark punch dialogues & never before avatar, Comedy, action, sentiment, women empowerment everything worked out. Especially All Daughters parents should must watch this film.

Perfect action family entertainer...This movie caters to all sections, especially families...Thank you Anil Ravipudi garu for keeping your promise...Thanks again Thaman Bro for taking the movie to next level with your BGM.

This film not like regular NBK sir films and We can see new NBK sir in all the scenes. His acting, body language and fights completely surprising package in this film.

Totally a Dussehra Festival feast.

Excellent presentation.

[abhinavthanikonda · 9/10 · 20 October 2023]

The movie went well from the beginning. The story line is expectable but the way the story went was excellent. Everyone balakrsihna garu, sreleela and kajal agarwal acting was good. I really feet good to watch balayya in this role since its a aged role. The comedy timing was good compared to recent films by Anil ravipudi. The bgm was excellent. The background score which was given by S S Thaman which is worth for the film. Compared to the recent films I feel good about this movie was a good message is given for the public. Every girl need to see this movie i suggest. And overall this movie was worth watching we can enjoy this movie with our families.

Must watch movie

[nareshrama · 10/10 · 22 October 2023]

One of the good movie in recent times. Interval bang and 2nd half is too good. You will not fell bored at any point of movie. Balakrishna performance is too good as usually. Sree Leela acting is so matured and Kajol Agarwal and remaining artists correct fitted in their roles. Anil Ravipudi Is the Director of this movie clearly delivered the story to audiences without any confusion. SS Thaman Music and background score is too good.

One of the good movie in recent times. Interval bang and 2nd half is too good. You will not fell boring at any point of movie. Balakrishna performance is too good as usually. Sree Leela acting is so matured and Kajol Agarwal and remaining artists correct fitted their roles. Anil Ravipudi Is the Director of this movie clearly delivered the story to audiences without any confusion. SS Thaman Music and background score is too good. One of the good movie in recent times. Interval bang and 2nd half is too good. You will not fell bored at any point of movie. Balakrishna performance is too good as usually. Sree Leela acting is so matured and Kajol Agarwal and remaining artists correct fitted in their roles. Anil Ravipudi Is the Director of this movie clearly delivered the story to audiences without any confusion. SS Thaman Music and background score is too good.

One of the good movie in recent times. Interval bang and 2nd half is too good. You will not fell boring at any point of movie. Balakrishna performance is too good as usually. Sree Leela acting is so matured and Kajol Agarwal and remaining artists correct fitted their roles. Anil Ravipudi Is the Director of this movie clearly delivered the story to audiences without any confusion. SS Thaman Music and background score is too good.

Best film of NBK till date

[torameshkumarg · 10/10 · 21 October 2023]

First of all kudos to Anil Ravipudi for his taking and giving us one of the best films ever made in balayya career. Coming to story, it has all best elements like sentiment, comedy, story and most importantly social message. NBK's performance in this film is his best in his career. His accent in Telangana slang is perfect and novel. Film by film NBK is showing his maturity in selecting films and directors and with this film he reached another step. The theme of "betiko share banao" is excellent. Srileela has given her best performance in terms of her acting, dance and dailogue modulation. Both NBK and srileela performance is natural are is the highlight of the film. Overall it has all good elements of a commercial cinema and is pakka blockbuster.

Definetly a nice message movie

[imrishitakhanna · 9/10 · 23 October 2023]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching this movie with a good message and the narration of the story. The background music was good.

The Ganapati song was amazing.

The dialogues were suttle and NBK acting with expressions are so suttle.

The Kajol role was well balanced with no regular love track that would have made it routine

It's nice to see NBk trying different roles and especially in this movie his performance was a milestone for his career.

The other cast Leela and Kajol and Rampal all showed their best performance.

Glad no routine songs and dances that would have made it a regular formula movie.

Overall I truly enjoyed watching this movie.

Good Direction and Screenplay

[chowdarymgireesh · 10/10 · 22 October 2023]

One of the good movie in recent times. Interval bang and 2nd half is too good. You will not fell bored at any point of movie. Balakrishna performance is too good as usually. Sree Leela acting is so matured and Kajol Agarwal and remaining artists correct fitted in their roles. Anil Ravipudi Is the Director of this movie clearly delivered the story to audiences without any confusion. SS Thaman Music and background score is too good.

One of the good movie in recent times. Interval bang and 2nd half is too good. You will not fell boring at any point of movie. Balakrishna performance is too good as usually. Sree Leela acting is so matured and Kajol Agarwal and remaining artists correct fitted their roles. Anil Ravipudi Is the Director of this movie clearly delivered the story to audiences without any confusion. SS Thaman Music and background score is too good.

LOVED THE MOVIE SREELEELA ROCKED,NBK MASS

[nishanneymessi · 10/10 · 24 November 2023]

I am speechles after watching this movie what a energetic performance by NBK..His dialogues,his action scenes,the way he makes Villains and even coomon people stumble upon him whenever he delivers punch and mass dialogues..It might look funny but still it gives AKHANDA vibes with Thaman Massy Bgm added a lot of strength for movie..Sreeleela not only stole our hearts,she impressed us with her scenes and last ending fight scenes she was awesome..Arjun Rampal as villain was good same the rich type villain who wants to control over world but still he delivers unique performance so far. Kajal agarwal did minor role as heroine for NBK and others characters were good..I wish to see Sreeleela in more action movies and get a role like Katrina kaif from Tiger 3..Anil Ravipudi hatsoff man for pulling such a wonderful script..

Bhagavantha Kesari a rocking film

[natrajpillai · 8/10 · 24 October 2023]

Anil Ravipudi nailed iti watches it in Chennai and the theaters were full and the crowd went crazy. Balakrishna with a rock solid performance gave life to the character..Sree Leela did a very good job..Bgm was very good and the overall making of the film was excellent..with so many star cast from Arjun rampal to VTV Ganesh and the comedy of the English speaking VTV was the highlight as the theater erupted in laughter for his jokes and we chennai people enjoyed a lot...

Anil Ravipudi and Balakrishna combination worked out magic as the director knew exactly what he need to extract from the star himself and not to mention the art work which needs a special recognition as all the sets were looking so good in all the frames credit to rajeeven for this fab work..

The cinematographer did his part very well and he made sure what was shot was conveyed amazingly well through the lense..some of the shots were outstanding and the vision enhanced the scenes and character mood of all characters..

Finally this is clearly a directors film and Anil Ravipudi takes all the credit for giving a good hit..

Enjoyable ride

[siddhantsamant · 8/10 · 28 November 2023]

I am speechles after watching this movie what a energetic performance by NBK..His dialogues,his action scenes,the way he makes Villains and even coomon people stumble upon him whenever he delivers punch and mass dialogues..It might look funny but still it gives AKHANDA vibes with Thaman Massy Bgm added a lot of strength for movie..Sreeleela not only stole our hearts,she impressed us with her scenes and last ending fight scenes she was awesome..Arjun Rampal as villain was good same the rich type villain who wants to control over world but still he delivers unique performance so far. Kajal agarwal did minor role as heroine for NBK and others characters were good..I wish to see Sreeleela in more action movies and get a role like Katrina kaif from Tiger 3..Anil Ravipudi hatsoff man for pulling such a wonderful script.. The main flaws of the film are the screenplay and the comedy scenes. Arjun Rampal made a solid debut in a telugu film.

Good Movie

[marandisumit · 9/10 · 29 November 2023]

I liked this type of mass movie. There is a good message given in the film.

The background score of this movie is good, the action is also good, Nandamuri Balakrishna sir and Kajal Aggarwal ma'am did not focus much on the love angle, otherwise the movie would have become strange. I liked the acting of Arjun Rampal sir. I also liked the acting of other actors. I liked the story of the film but the director should have given a better presentation, The VFX of the film seemed dull to me. Some samosa critics are trying to make it a flop, so dear audience, please read the review carefully.

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