Movie Name : Devara : Part 1
Release Date : September 27, 2024
Cast : NTR, Janhvi Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Shruti Marathe, Srikanth, Prakash Raj etc.
Director : Koratala Siva
Music Director : Anirudh Ravichander
Andhrawatch.com Rating : 3/5
Story:
Devara (Jr. NTR), Bhaira (played by Saif Ali Khan), and their friends (Srikanth, Chacko) live near the dense forest and hilly region by the Red Sea coast, making a living by hunting in the sea. However, seeing no growth in their lives, Muruga (played by Murali Sharma) offers them a job that promises a large sum of money. The gang begins smuggling goods through the sea, evading the eyes of the authorities. However, Devara imposes a restriction that they should not venture out to sea for Muruga’s work. In response, Bhaira devises a plan to kill Devara. Devara chooses to confront the situation silently, venturing to the sea without informing anyone, while intending to instill fear in Bhaira’s gang. Meanwhile, Devara’s son, Vara, transforms into a coward, and the reasons behind this change are explored, along with his evolving love story with Thangam ( Janhvi Kapoor). As the story unfolds, the audience is left wondering if Devara will return and what actions Vara will take for the four villages, making these questions.
Review:
Jr NTR showcases his remarkable skill once again in Devara: Part 1, enthralling audiences with his portrayal of two contrasting characters Devara and Vara. As Devara, he conveys a mix of calm humility and raw destructiveness, while his depiction of Vara highlights innocence and fearfulness. He seamlessly navigates both roles, delivering a performance that keeps viewers engaged and captivated.
Saif Ali Khan delivers a standout performance as Bhaira, a character fueled by vengeance against Devara, making his Tollywood debut memorable. Janhvi Kapoor gives a decent performance, and her interactions with the younger version of NTR bring a playful and enjoyable element to the film.
The action sequences stand out as thrilling highlights, masterfully crafted to engage the audience and elicit lively reactions. In addition, numerous dialogues enrich Devara’s character, bringing an enjoyable element to the story. The contributions of supporting actors like Srikanth, Prakash, and others also greatly enhance the film’s overall impact.
While the narrative is entertaining, it often leans toward predictability. Koratala Siva might have enhanced certain sections, particularly in the latter half. Certain scenes do not achieve effective execution, and refining these moments could have significantly improved the film’s overall impact.
Janhvi Kapoor’s role is restricted to a handful of scenes, which may let down her fans due to the limited opportunities for her to demonstrate her skills. While Prakash Raj’s performance is solid, his character’s backstory could have been more thoroughly developed.
In addition, Saif Ali Khan’s role feels limited in the latter half, and the climax occurs quite abruptly, catching the audience off guard.
Siva Koratala demonstrates his strengths as both writer and director of Devara, yet the script could have been improved with more refinement, particularly in the second half. Moreover, the emotional layers of the story could have been delved into more deeply.
The cinematography by Ratnavelu and the music composed by Anirudh Ravichander are outstanding.The action choreography is striking, and the production quality is impressive.
Overall, Devara: Part 1 is an action-filled drama that provides solid entertainment. Jr NTR drives the film with his remarkable performance, while Janhvi Kapoor brings her charm, and Saif Ali Khan is impressive in his role. On the downside, the film suffers from a predictable plot and some sluggish scenes in the latter half.