‘Jatadhara’ Movie Review: Sudheer & Sonakshi’s Star Vehicle Is Choppy, Chaotic

The much-anticipated film Jatadhara, starring Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha, arrives with high production values but leaves critics divided. While visual spectacle and mythic ambition are clear, the narrative is described as incoherent and uneven. Reviewers praise certain sequences and performances but fault the pacing, character development and editing for weakening the impact of what could have been a standout fantasy-thriller in Telugu cinema next year.

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‘Jatadhara’ Movie Review: Sudheer & Sonakshi’s Star Vehicle Is Choppy, Chaotic
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‘Jatadhara’ Movie Review: Sudheer & Sonakshi’s Star Vehicle Is Choppy, Chaotic

IN SHORTThe much-anticipated film Jatadhara, starring Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha, arrives with high production values but leaves critics divided. While visual spectacle and mythic ambition are clear, the narrative is described as incoherent and uneven. Reviewers praise certain sequences and performances but fault the pacing, character development and editing for weakening the impact of what could have been a standout fantasy-thriller in Telugu cinema next year.

TL;DR

  • Jatadhara blends myth, fantasy, and action, aiming to deliver a weighty message about tradition and greed.
  • Sudheer Babu leads the film and Sonakshi Sinha plays a key role, reportedly in a darker avatar than her usual fare.
  • While scenes of supernatural warfare and spectacle earn praise, reviewers say the overall film lacks smooth transitions and hooks.
  • The scripting is called “choppy” and the editing “chaotic”, causing moments of confusion and narrative drift.
  • Critics believe the movie may work for audiences seeking mass-entertainment but may disappoint those expecting a tighter story.
  • The film’s visuals and star presence succeed; the emotional core and logic falter.
  • Ultimately, Jatadhara is viewed as an ambitious project that falls short of its full potential.

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