Movie Name: Kothapallilo Okappudu

Cast: Ravindra Vijay, Benerjee, and others

Director: Praveena Paruchuri

Review:

Praveena Paruchuri, known for C/o Kancharapalem, debuts as a director with Kothapallilo Okappudu, a village drama set in 1997 Kothapalli, Andhra Pradesh. The story follows Appanna, a greedy financier, and Ramakrishna, his carefree worker, who falls for Savitri. Unexpected events soon turn Ramakrishna’s life upside down.

Highlights:

• Manoj Chandra and Usha Bonela deliver standout performances, bringing depth and realism to their roles with effortless authenticity.  Ravindra Vijay delivers a strong act as Appanna. Supporting roles, including those by Benerjee and the director herself, are well-placed.

Technical Aspects:

• Direction is sincere, but could have been more emotionally resonant. Music is average, visuals are authentic, and editing could be tighter.

Verdict:

• Kothapallilo Okappudu has strong performances and moments, but its unclear messaging and uneven second half weaken the impact. Worth a watch with tempered expectations.

Rating: 2.75/5