Anjali’s Geethanjali left an indelible mark with its surprise success in 2014, and now, the much-anticipated sequel, Geethanjali Malli Vachindi, has hit the screens, reuniting the original cast. However, the trailer’s reception was mixed, leaving fans curious about the film’s actual impact. Here’s a review from one of the US premieres.
Plot Synopsis:
Geethanjali Malli Vachindi follows Seenu (Srinivas Reddy) and his group of friends who find themselves unemployed after a string of failed films following the success of Geethanjali. Their fortunes take a turn when they receive an offer from Ooty businessman Vishnu (Rahul Madhav) to direct a horror film starring Anjali (Anjali). As they commence shooting at Sangeet Mahal, their experiences unravel the mysteries of Geethanjali Malli Vachindi.
Performance Analysis:
While the film hinges on a vintage revenge theme, Anjali’s portrayal falls short due to the lack of a well-defined character arc. Srinivasa Reddy and the supporting comedians struggle to deliver genuine laughs, with only Sathya and Sunil managing to salvage some moments in the latter half. However, the overall ensemble fails to impress, with wasted potential in characters like Ali.
Technical Evaluation:
From a technical standpoint, “Geethanjali Malli Vachindi” fails to impress. The narrative lacks depth, and the execution feels lackluster, resulting in a tedious viewing experience. The comedy falls flat, and the horror elements fail to evoke any genuine scares. Additionally, the background score, screenplay, and visual effects leave much to be desired, contributing to the overall disappointment.
Critical Analysis:
Despite its attempt to capitalize on the success of its predecessor, Geethanjali Malli Vachindi falters in every aspect. The film struggles to find its footing within the horror-comedy genre, offering stale humor and predictable scares. The narrative feels outdated, failing to resonate with contemporary audiences. The inclusion of elements reminiscent of past horror dramas adds little to the overall impact, resulting in a lackluster cinematic experience.
Conclusion:
Geethanjali Malli Vachindi fails to live up to the expectations set by its predecessor, delivering a lackluster sequel that lacks both horror and humor. While it attempts to entertain with its parody comedy and revenge theme, the execution falls short, resulting in a tedious and uninspired viewing experience from start to finish.
Movie Public Talks :
#GeetanjaliMalliVachindhi:A Riotous Comedy Delight
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A delightful watch filled with hilarious comedy, especially from #Satya and #Sunil. Their impeccable timing, witty punches, and playful banter with the ghosts (Jr artists) are a treat to watch. ????#Anjali shines… pic.twitter.com/BbX0NQMYmK
— CHITRAMBHALARE (@chitrambhalareI) April 11, 2024
Satya comedy ???? ????
Method acting scenes in second halfpic.twitter.com/NS1st592Wc— Sreenivas Kalyan (@Sreenivas0428) April 11, 2024
#GeetanjaliMalliVachindhi pic.twitter.com/xY2hxdTF95
— OTTGURU2 (@ottguru2) April 11, 2024