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Virupaksha Review: A Formularized Thriller With A Supernatural Climax!
Virupaksha Introduction: Actor Sai Dharam Tej kind of made a comeback to films with the latest horror-thriller titled Virupaksha. The movie, written and directed by debutant Karthik Dandu hit the screens in five languages all over the world on April 21.
Ever since the film's title and first-look poster was released, expectations were high for the film. The film's trailer took them up a notch higher. Coming from Sukumar, Sai Dharam Tej, and Ajaneesh Loknath made Tollywood maniacs expect so much out of Karthik Dandu.
Samyuktha Menon, who has turned into a golden-leg for tier two Telugu films was cast as the female lead in Virupaksha.
Virupaksha
Story:
In
a
village
called
Rudravanam,
a
possessed
man
mysteriously
goes
into
the
sanctum
of
a
temple
and
dies
after
puking
blood
in
front
of
the
deity.
The
village's
temple
priest
decide
to
lock
down
the
village
for
eight
days.
The
protagonist,
who
is
about
to
leave
the
village
returns
to
give
medicine
to
his
lover,
Nandini
(Samyuktha)
and
stays
back
in
the
village
due
to
lock
down.
On the very first day of the lockdown, a woman tries to elope with her lover. In a twist, they both die at different locations. It is implied that blackmagic is enabled in the village through these deaths.
By the end of its first half, Nandini is possessed by the evil entity. What does the protagonist do? How he brings an end to this superstition/curse on the village? Who is behind these mysterious deaths?
Performances In Virupaksha:
Sai Dharam Tej, who shouldered the responsibility of the film in the role of Surya, an inquisitive person who believes in science and logic, has exhibited his best yet. This is the first release of the actor following his accident. He played the character subtly without going board, to stay true to the character.
Samyuktha on the other hand, who has been doing Telugu films continuously, has performed well in the character that she portrayed. She got hold of a tailored role for herself delivered exactly. In addition, Samyuktha also looked desirable on the screen in half-sarees and in a typical Telugu fashion.
Ajay, Sai Chand, and others have efficiently played out in their respective characters.
Virupaksha's Technical Aspects:
B Ajaneesh Loknath's background score and cinematography by Shamdat have competed in enhancing the output of Virupaksha on the big screen. The movie is better enjoyed in theatres for these reasons.
Although the director has lost grip on narration here and there, he did a commendable job for a movie of that genre, in his first attempt. Karthik Dandu is another new name in the industry to look out for. The film's editor Navin Nooli could've done even better had the love scenes and a bit of drag were avoided for the final cut. Screenplay for Virupaksha written by Sukumar B was impressive and makes a difference to the entire story.
Positive
Aspects
Of
Virupaksha:
Story
Background Score
Cinematography
Negative
Aspects
Of
Virupaksha:
Lengthy
and
redundant
love
track
Impactless dialogues
Virupaksha Verdict:
Fans Of horror-thriller genre films, drop everything and book yourself a ticket to watch Virupaksha. The movie is a must-watch on the big screen this weekend.
