Power packed sequence
Pushpa 2
– Review
Allu Arjun rises from a small worker to a syndicate member and eventually an owner, becoming a powerful smuggler.
But his ongoing feud with Fahadh Faasil intensifies. In the meantime, Pushpa has plans to make Rao Ramesh the CM, using his unique strategies to pull the strings.
He also boldly challenges Fahadh, vowing to smuggle red sandalwood out of the country undetected.
Meanwhile, Allu Arjun’s elder brother’s family lands in trouble. What’s the crisis? Will Allu Arjun be involved in it? And why does he want Rao Ramesh as CM? All these questions unfold as the story progresses.
Director Sukumar has clearly put in great effort to craft Allu Arjun’s character with care and precision. Both Sukumar and Allu Arjun have poured their heart and soul into making this sequel a pleasant cinematic experience.
Sukumar takes a simple storyline and focuses more on individual scenes than on crafting a gripping narrative. The screenplay in the first half could have been a bit faster-paced to leave a stronger impact.
While the writing is decent enough, it lacks depth, particularly in the first half. Some scenes feel like fillers, but they are somewhat overlooked due to their placement between intense moments.
Allu Arjun’s performance in ‘Pushpa 2’ is absolutely flawless. He dives deeper into his character than in the first installment, delivering a performance that’s full of passion and authenticity. In key emotional and action scenes, his acting reaches remarkable heights.
Rashmika Mandanna delivers a solid performance as well, especially shining in her emotional dialogues during the second half. She perfectly captures the intensity of the emotional moments.
Fahadh Faasil, with a more substantial role this time, brings a fresh intensity to his character as the relentless, psychotic cop determined to take down Pushpa’s empire. His face-offs with Allu Arjun are intense and captivating, showcasing his remarkable acting abilities.
Performances by actors like Jagapathi Babu, Rao Ramesh, Ajay, and Brahmaji are commendable, each playing their roles well within their limits.
The background score is another highlight, amplifying the impact of key scenes. The music during the Jathara sequence, in particular, leaves a lasting impression on the audience.
The cinematography by Mirosław Kuba Brożek is impressive. Rest of the technical aspects are commendable as well.
Rating: 4/5
