Ramam Raghavam Movie Review
Movie: Ramam Raghavam
Release Date: 21-02-2025
Banner: Slate Pencil Stories
CBFC: UA
Run-time: 2h
Cast: Dhanraj, Samuthirakhani, Mokksha, Harish Uthaman, Lavanya Reddy, Sathya, Sunil, Prudhvi, Srinivasa Reddy, Pramodini, Rocket Raghava, Racha Ravi
Music: Arun Chiluveru
Cinematography: Durga Kolli Prasad
Editor: Marthand K Venkatesh
Producer: Polavarapu Prudhvi
Director: Dhanraj
Ramam Raghavam, directed by a comedian turned actor, Dhanraj, is a film that explores the complex relationship between a father and son. The story, inspired by real-life incidents, delves into the emotional journey of Dasaratha Ramam (Samuthirakhani) and his son Raghav (Dhanraj). The film hit the screens today on 21 st February. Let’s get into the review.
Plot
The film revolves around Ramam, a honest government employee, who aspires to see his son Raghav become a doctor. However, Raghav’s inability to excel in studies creates tension between the two, leading to a strained relationship. As the story unfolds, Raghav’s mother Kamala (Pramodini), his friend Anji (Sathya), and other characters play a crucial role in shaping the narrative.
Performances
Dhanraj delivers a commendable performance, showcasing his range as an actor. He brings depth to his character, highlighting the negative shades of Raghav’s personality. Samuthirakhani, as usual, impresses with his subtle yet powerful performance, bringing gravity to the emotional scenes. The supporting cast, including Mokksha, Prudhvi, and Sunil, deliver notable performances.
Highlights
Emotional performances by Dhanraj and Samuthirakhani
Intense emotional scenes
Drawbacks
Slow narration
Predictable storyline
Repetitive scenes
Analysis
Ramam Raghavam is a predictable story with a few twists, but it’s the emotional performances of Dhanraj and Samuthirakhani that make the film worth watching. Director Dhanraj has done very well in extracting relatable emotions. Well, writh a more complex script and racy screenplay, the film manages to attain cult status. With a little fine-tuning, Ramam Raghavam could have been a more impactful film.
Overall, Ramam Raghavam is an emotional tale of father-son love that explores the complexities of their relationship. While it may not be a perfect film, it’s a sincere effort that will resonate with audiences who appreciate emotional storytelling.
Rating: 2.75 / 5
Bottom-line: An Emotional Tale of Father & Son
