Kismat Movie Review
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“Kismat” is a Telugu language crime comedy movie written and directed by Srinath Badineni, and bankrolled by Raju under the banners of Comrade Film Factory and Atheera Productions. The movie stars Abhinav Gomatam, Naresh Agastya, and Viswadev in lead roles, with Avasarala Srinivas and Ajay Goshin in supporting roles. The film’s music is composed by Mark K Robin, the cinematography is handled by Vedaraman Sankaran, and Viplav Nyshadam does the editing. The movie has received a clean “U” certification from the censor board and has garnered attention from social media users due to its humorous dialogues. Let’s see how it fared…
Story:
Abhi, Karthik, and Kiran have been friends since their engineering college days, but now find themselves unemployed engineers from Manchiryal. Each of them receives one last chance from their parents to either secure a job or prove themselves. In a bid to accomplish this, they move to Hyderabad in search of employment. Their paths intersect with Soori, who is on a quest to find missing money belonging to Janardhan, a man who owns multiple educational institutions and is also an aspiring MLA. Through a series of accidental or unintentional events, the trio ends up in possession of this money. The questions arise: Who stole the money? How did the trio come to possess it? And what actions will Janardhan take to reclaim his money? These questions drive the remainder of the story.
Analysis:
“Kismat” unfolds a tale of friendship and unforeseen twists as Abhi, Karthik, and Kiran grapple with unemployment in Manchiryal. Their encounter with Soori, amidst a hunt for missing money linked to Janardhan, sets the stage for a series of mishaps and questions about the cash’s origins. While the performances by Naresh Agastya, Abhinav Gomatam, and Viswadev Rachakonda shine, particularly Gomatam’s comedic flair, the film’s presentation falls short. It lacks the crisp storytelling expected in crime comedies, and a more engaging screenplay could have lifted the overall experience.
However, “Kismat” stumbles due to several drawbacks. The plethora of characters overwhelms, with certain scenes feeling disjointed and lacking credibility. The initial slow pace persists, with unnecessary drama introduced for comic relief. Additionally, the love subplot feels prolonged and detracts from the main plot. Despite its brevity, the film struggles to maintain momentum, becoming tedious. Srinivas Avasarala’s role adds little value, further muddling the narrative cohesion.
Technically, “Kismat” lacks significant impact. While Mark K Robin’s music and Vedaraman Sankaran’s cinematography make subtle contributions, they fail to leave a lasting impression. The editing could have been sharper, and production values meet expected standards. Writer-director Srinath Badineni missed an opportunity to craft a compelling screenplay with engaging scenes, resulting in a film lacking the engaging dialogues, narration, and music typical of the genre. Despite some highlights, “Kismat” ultimately falls short of delivering a satisfying viewing experience.
Highs:
- Few funny scenes and a captivating climax
- Strong performances from the leads
Lows:
- The story is predictable and lacks originality
- The narration is dull and fails to engage the audience
- Dialogues and scenes lack humor and fail to evoke laughter
- Unnecessary and prolonged love track that drags the storyline
- Too many predictable scenes that diminish the element of surprise
Technical Aspects:
Mark K Robin’s music and cinematography, though making subtle contributions, fail to leave a significant impact. The editing could have been more refined, and the production values meet the expected standards. Writer-director Srinath Badineni missed an opportunity to craft a compelling screenplay with more engaging scenes, which could have transformed “Kismat” into an entertaining experience. Previous films of similar genres succeeded in engaging the audience, whether through well-blended dialogues and music or impactful narration. Unfortunately, “Kismat” lacks engaging dialogues, narration, and music, except for a few scenes.
Verdict:
“Kismat” offers a promising premise but falls short due to its disjointed storytelling and lackluster execution. While the performances are commendable, particularly Abhinav Gomatam’s comedic timing, the film struggles with pacing and coherence. Ultimately, it fails to leave a lasting impact and may disappoint viewers seeking a more engaging crime comedy experience.
