Appudo Ippudo Eppudo Telugu Movie Review:

Movie Rating:2.5/5
Cast: Nikhil Siddhartha, Rukmini Vasanth, Divyansha Kaushik, John Vijay, Ajay, Viva Harsha, Satya, etc.
Director: Sudhir Verma
Producer: BVSN Prasad
Music Director: Karthik

One of the latest releases in theaters this week is Appudo Ippudo Eppudo, starring young hero Nikhil Siddharth. This movie, which was previously completed, has been released unexpectedly. Let’s see how it fares.

Story: 
Rishi (Nikhil Siddharth) dreams of becoming a racer. Along the way, he falls in love with Tara (Rukmini Vasanth) at first sight. However, due to a miscommunication, he leaves for London, where he meets Tulsi, also known as Chumbana (Divyansha Kaushik), and they begin a romance. Meanwhile, a local don named Badri Narayana (John Vijay), along with his henchman Munna (Ajay), operates a loan-sharking business. When they lose an important device, Rishi becomes involved. What is this device? What does it mean for Rishi? To find out, you’ll need to watch the movie.

Positives:
Nikhil impresses with his youthful looks and performance, along with showcasing good dance moves in a few songs. Young heroine Rukmini Vasanth makes her debut in Telugu cinema with this film, delivering a decent performance and sharing good on-screen chemistry with Nikhil. Divyansha Kaushik also gives a notable performance, embracing her character’s darker shades. The comedy by Viva Harsha, along with scenes featuring comedians Satya and Sudarshan, adds to the entertainment. John Vijay and Ajay also contribute well in their roles. There are a few twists and comedic scenes that work well.

Negatives:
While the film isn’t particularly long, it feels slow and dull, especially in the first half. Even up to the interval, there isn’t much excitement, which is disappointing compared to Nikhil’s previous thrillers. The second half picks up slightly but still lacks strong content, and except for the climax, remains dull. Some scenes lack logic, and though the villain initially seems intimidating, he eventually becomes a comedic figure. The film feels similar to Swami Rara, with familiar scenes and a storyline that lacks freshness.

Technical Aspects: 
The production values are good, with stylish settings and nice locations. Karthik’s music and Sunny MR’s background score complement the film, especially with some stylish beats. Richard Prasad’s cinematography is visually appealing, while Naveen Nooli’s editing is decent, although limited by the lack of strong content.

Director Sudhir Varma, who previously succeeded with Nikhil in Swami Rara, attempts a similar style here. However, the storyline—a quest for a device instead of an idol—feels repetitive and fails to create the same level of excitement.

Verdict
Overall, Appudo Ippudo Eppudo comes across as a routine action thriller. While the lead performances and some comedy scenes are enjoyable, the film ultimately feels dull and predictable. Nikhil deserves a more engaging script to showcase his talents, and this film, unfortunately, falls short, making it feel below average.