Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi’ review suggests a routine romantic comedy with a predictable plot
Ravi Teja’s Telugu romantic comedy-drama Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi (BMW) hit theatres today, coinciding with Sankranti. Early reviews suggest a mixed reaction, with the film earning average ratings despite strong pre-release buzz.
The film has received ratings ranging from 2.5 to 3 out of 5 stars from critics, who describe it as a routine romantic comedy that relies heavily on Ravi Teja’s star power. The first half has been praised, while the second half has been criticised for its predictable storyline.
Plot Overview
The film stars Ravi Teja as Ram Satyanarayana, an alcohol brand owner who develops a romantic relationship with Manasa (Ashika Ranganath) during a business trip to Spain. However, complications arise when he returns to India to his possessive wife, Balamani (Dimple Hayathi).
The story takes a comedic turn when Manasa follows him to India, forcing him to navigate the chaos of maintaining secrets from both women. The film revolves around this love triangle and the resulting family drama.
What Works
Critics and audiences have praised the film for several aspects. Ravi Teja has been appreciated for his performance and natural sense of comedy and timing. His performance stands out as he has been playing action-heavy roles for a long time.
The first half of the film has been received positively for its mild entertainment value. Comedy sequences featuring supporting actors Satya, Sunil, and Vennela Kishore have drawn appreciation from audiences.
Ashika Ranganath’s performance has been described as appealing, while the technical aspects of the film have also received praise. Bheems Cecireleo’s music and Prasad Murella’s cinematography contribute to the film’s festive appeal, fitting well with the Sankranti release timing.
Major Criticisms
The main criticism revolves around the familiar storyline of the film. The same romantic and family drama, the cliché wife-girlfriend track, and the predictable ending have disappointed viewers. The second half of the film has been heavily criticised for failing to engage the audience. Post-interval humour has been described as flat, losing the momentum built in the first half.
Critics have also pointed out that both female leads do not have strong character arcs. Director Kishore Tirumala’s handling of the material has come under scrutiny, with reviewers suggesting that the film doesn’t bring anything new to the romantic comedy genre.
Box Office Expectations
As a Day 1 release, official box office collections are not yet available. However, pre-release sales reportedly exceeded ₹35 crore worldwide, indicating strong initial interest driven by the Sankranti holidays and Ravi Teja’s star appeal.
The film benefited from significant pre-release hype, including a promotional visit by megastar Chiranjeevi to the sets and a widely viewed trailer launch. These factors contributed to healthy advance bookings.
Industry observers suggest that the film’s box office performance will largely depend on word-of-mouth in the coming days. Mixed reviews may impact its long-term theatrical run, though the Sankranti holiday period could provide some benefit.
Verdict
Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi appears to be a film that works primarily on Ravi Teja’s charm and first-half entertainment but struggles with execution in its latter portions. For die-hard fans of the actor and those seeking light festive entertainment, it may serve as a time-pass option. However, viewers expecting novelty or depth might find themselves disappointed.
What do you think? Will Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi be a hit or a flop?
