The film “Mangalavaram” has secured a digital rights deal with an OTT platform, and it is anticipated to be available for streaming on Aha. As of the current information available, the expected OTT release date for the movie is in December 2023.
Mangalavaram Movie Story
Shailaja, a police officer, investigates mysterious deaths in a village occurring every Tuesday. She suspects the village zamindar, Prakash Babu, and uncovers a dark secret buried for decades, leading to devastating consequences.
Director Ajay Bhupathi, known for ‘RX100,’ is venturing into a pan South-Indian film titled ‘Mangalavaaram.’ Recently, Ajay unveiled the first look of actress Paayal Rajput, who plays the lead role in the movie.
In the bold first look, Paayal, going topless, reveals her bare back, presenting a daring image. Director Ajay disclosed her character name as Shailaja. He expressed, “Shailuu… will stay in your hearts for a long while. Presenting @starlingpayal in a never-seen-before role from our new-genre film #Mangalavaaram.”
Paayal shared her sizzling look with the caption, “The LOOK says a lot if you can see.” The collaboration of Paayal with director Ajay, known for ‘RX100,’ has heightened expectations for this film, and the unveiled first look has certainly exceeded those expectations.
Ajaneesh Loknath, acclaimed for ‘KANTARA,’ is the music composer for ‘Mangalavaaram.’
The movie “Mangalavaram” has been licensed to the OTT platform Aha through a digital rights deal. As of now, the OTT release date for the movie on Aha is expected to be in December 2023.
‘Mangalavaaram’ movie review
“Mangalavaaram” is a Telugu period thriller directed by Ajay Bhupathi. The film, released on November 17, 2023, explores themes of faith, relationships, and morality within a mysterious narrative. The storyline unfolds in Mahalakshmipuram, a village in Andhra Pradesh, where mysterious deaths occur on Tuesdays, leading to investigations and revelations.
The film’s potential to be a riveting mystery with complex characters is only partially realized. The narrative heavily relies on the backstory of the central character, Shailaja (played by Payal Rajput), and introduces twists and turns that, in some cases, are easily predictable. The actual story gains momentum at the intermission, and Ajay Bhupathi spends the initial hour establishing the village’s world.
The music by Ajaneesh Loknath and the visual palette by cinematographer Dasaradhi Shivendra play crucial roles in supporting the film during its weaker portions. The film introduces a variety of characters in the village, each potentially linked to the mysterious deaths. The investigations are led by Maya (Nandita Shwetha), a newly appointed cop, adding complexity to the narrative.
The film attempts to create an eerie atmosphere with banal and crass humor, but the overall impact falls short. As the story delves into Shailaja’s past, it provides clues to her behavior, making certain revelations less impactful. The last 45 minutes are dedicated to twists and turns, offering moments of thrill and surprise, but the film struggles to fully realize its potential.
Despite commendable performances by Chaitanya Krishna, Ravindra Vijay, and Nandita Shwetha, “Mangalavaaram” doesn’t transcend its limitations. The film provides a theatrical experience with its production design, cinematography, and sound design, but it falls short of becoming a compelling saga of a troubled character. While offering some momentary thrills, the film doesn’t achieve the level of intelligence it aspires to.
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