‘Gatha Vaibhavam’ Movie Review
Movie: Gatha Vaibhavam
Release Date: 1 Jan 2026
CBFC Rating: UA
Run-time: 2h 4m
Banner : Servegara Silver Screens, Suni Cinemas
Cast : SS Dushyanth, Ashika Ranganath, Sudha Belavadi, Kishen Bilagali, Krishna Hebbale, Krishna Jorapur
Music : Judah Sandhy
Cinematography : William J David
Editor : Ashik Kusugolli
Producer : Deepak Thimmappa, Suni
Story, Screenplay, Dialogues, Lyrics, Direction: Simple Suni
Gatha Vaibhavam, a Telugu release of the Kannada film Gatha Vaibhava, hits theaters on January 1, 2026. Directed by Suni, the film stars Ashika Ranganath and SS Dushyanth in lead roles, promising a fantasy period romantic drama with a unique twist.
Plot
Aadhunika (Ashika Ranganath) searches for a man resembling a figure from her drawing, leading her to Purathan (SS Dushyanth), a VFX studio owner. She believes they share a connection from past lives, and their story unfolds across three timelines, exploring reincarnation and love.
Performances
Ashika Ranganath shines in her role, conveying emotions and expressions convincingly. Her pleasant on-screen presence and spirited performance make her a delight to watch. Ashika Ranganath’s portrayal of Aadhunika is noteworthy, bringing depth to her character. SS Dushyanth handles his characters with ease, showcasing his versatility as a debutant. SS Dushyanth’s restrained performance as the Kambala jockey is commendable, and their pairing works well in the period portions. The supporting cast, including Sudha Belawadi, Krishna Hebbale, and Karthik Rao, performs adequately.
Highlights
Ashika Ranganath’s performance
Visually appealing cinematography
Interesting Premise
Second Half
Drawbacks
Gets Familiar At Times
Disjointed screenplay
Analysis
Suni’s direction is ambitious, attempting to weave three timelines and reincarnation into a cohesive narrative. It came out in an interesting manner but could have been dealt in more engaging way. While the idea is interesting, the execution falls short, with a disjointed screenplay. The first half is passable, but the second half impresses with a more engaging narrative.
The film’s reliance on reincarnation and fantasy elements appeal, but feels familiar at times. Judah Sandhy’s music is decent, and Ashik Kusugolli’s editing could be sharper. William David’s cinematography is visually appealing, capturing the essence of the timelines. Gatha Vaibhavam is a decent romantic drama with engaging moments, but its execution and predictability hold it back from being a truly memorable film. Ashika Ranganath’s performance is a highlight, making it worth a watch for fans of the genre.
Rating: 2.75/5
Bottom-line: Watchable Reincarnation Tale Of Romance
