Director trivikram data-faced substantial criticism for his Sankranthi release, "Guntur Karam," receiving feedback that it did not data-align with his directorial prowess, especially from Mahesh Babu's fans. Criticism extended to the narrative, and there were trolls suggesting that Trivikram's storytelling fell short of expectations. However, certain netizens countered the negativity by highlighting similarities between "Guntur Karam" and Trivikram's previous works.Trivikram responded to the criticism by pointing out common elements in his earlier films, namely, "Julai," "Attarintiki Daredi," "Agnathavasi," and "S/o Satyamurthy." He noted a recurring theme in these movies where the protagonists journey to another town to accomplish a particular task. Whether it's hiding in "Julai," fetching an aunt in "Attarintiki Daredi," returning home after a father's demise in "Agnathavasi," or pursuing another mission in "S/o Satyamurthy," there is a consistent thread of the hero venturing to a different location.
Trivikram underscored the thematic connection, pointing out signature scenes involving documents and signatures in his previous works. Interestingly, "Guntur Karam" also commences with a signature scene, leading to speculation and discussion among the audience about the recurring motifs in Trivikram's storytelling.
As reports circulate about Trivikram's upcoming projects, including potential collaborations with Nani, Venkatesh, and Allu Arjun, netizens express a desire for the director to explore fresh themes, deviating from the signature "going home" narrative present in his earlier films. The anticipation remains high as fans await Trivikram's creative choices in his future ventures.