Hanuman Vs Guntur Kaaram - Hanuman WINS
"Hanu-Man" begins with presenting the villain's persona before shifting to a tribal community and telling the narrative of our protagonist, Hanumanthu, played by Teja. The title card does not show until 30 minutes into the film, allowing time to build up to the central narrative of the hero getting abilities. Nonetheless, the episode in which teja saves Amritha, resulting in his fall into the river, is shot intriguingly.
The village scenes, particularly those featuring the hero and his sister Varalaxmi, have an antique feel, reminiscent of a bygone period. These moments may appear monotonous, but it is possible that the filmmaker intended to gradually build the mood. The entire tribal village, its concerns, and its behavior create an 80s vibe. The peasants appear to be in an old movie, but the villain uses cutting-edge technology such as drones, computer-equipped wagons, JCBs, cranes, and helicopters. As a result, the intermediate sections situated in the village may seem out of place. Even the feeling thread between teja and Varalaxmi is badly written and handled, and the villain's part is clichéd.
However, the film's triumph rests in its last minutes. The last 30 minutes are expertly narrated and shot, with action, drama, a religious air, and build-up all contributing to the overall effect. Until the end, Lord Hanuman's entire body is hidden. Gowri Hara's wonderful background soundtrack heightens the devout atmosphere during Lord Hanuman's last revelation, which is where the picture shines. The last seconds and the introduction of the second portion act as the trump card.
Director Prasanth varma presents his ambitious ideas at several stages. In conclusion, "Hanu-Man," as a superhero film with a religious undertone, provides a fulfilling experience owing to its outstanding concluding scenes, fascinating cinematography, enthralling background soundtrack, and devout fervor. Despite certain lapses in logic, the film engages with its magic well.