Bagheera

I noticed this movie trending in the top list on Hotstar for quite some time, which prompted me to give it a shot. I'm glad I did, as it turned out to be a decent timepass.

When justice and the system turn a blind eye, an honest police officer transforms into a superhero to protect the people. He takes it upon himself to clean the city by eliminating a powerful crime syndicate.

The concept of a hero becoming a messiah isn't unique, but the way it unfolds makes it interesting. The narrative moves at a brisk pace with enough drama, action, and a touch of romance to keep the audience engaged. However, the story has its share of loopholes, and the punchy dialogues one would expect from a movie like this are missing.

Sri Murali, in the lead, fits the role both physically and performance-wise. He embodies the character well, and his screen presence lights up the film. Rukmini Vasanth, as his love interest, does justice to her role, but their entire romantic subplot could have been trimmed for better pacing, especially since their chemistry feels off. Garuda Ram, as the antagonist, is menacing and his burnt look adds to the discomfort he creates. Prakash Raj delivers a solid performance, though his character feels inconsistent. Rangayana Raghu is brilliant as the constable, adding depth to narrative.

The action sequences are well-shot and choreographed, keeping you glued to the screen. However, some of the graphics feel a bit patchy. The songs don't add much value and only stretch the runtime unnecessarily. On the bright side, the superhero's look is well-designed, delivering the intended vibe.

With a stronger and more unique storyline, this film had the potential to be much better. Dr. Suri's direction is commendable, but Prashanth Neel's story drags it down. Still, it's worth watching as a visual spectacle and a decent one-time watch.

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