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Maduri Madhu

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7Reviews
4.7Avg from 7 scored
1Publication

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Vishwanath & Sons

Vishwanath & Sons

2026 · AP7AM

Vishwanath & Sons is a heart-touching, clean family entertainer. It entertains on one side while delivering a story filled with emotions and relationships on the other. The engaging narrative, Suriya's dignified performance, Mamitha Baiju's energetic presence and the emotional family sequences make it a pleasant theatrical watch.

6.0
TRM 5.9
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Romanchakam

Romanchakam

2026 · AP7AM

Overall, Romanchakam is aimed mainly at viewers who enjoy light-hearted entertainers. The story has its share of logical issues, and the romance, suspense and twists are not explored strongly enough. However, if you can overlook the logic and story-related shortcomings and watch the film purely for comedy, Romanchakam offers enough entertainment and laughs to leave you satisfied.

5.0
TRM 5.1
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Epic

Epic

2026 · AP7AM

The film takes an issue that may be seen only in a limited section of society and presents it as something widely relatable. Rather than feeling like a realistic portrayal of young people living abroad, the film often gives the impression that we are watching the struggles of a deliberately cinematic couple in London. EPIC: First Semester leaves the audience with similar questions.

4.0
TRM 4.6
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Don't Trouble The Trouble

Don't Trouble The Trouble

2026 · AP7AM

Don't Trouble the Trouble begins with an interesting fantasy concept but struggles to turn that idea into an engaging film. Slow narration, stretched scenes, weak writing and emotions that fail to connect make the journey tedious. Despite having Fahadh Faasil at the centre and a premise with considerable potential, the film ultimately feels like a troubled journey that never fully finds its rhythm.

3.5
TRM 5.0
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Chennai Love Story

Chennai Love Story

2026 · AP7AM

Chennai Love Story presents a fresh perspective on love, emphasizing honesty, emotional healing, and the true meaning of relationships. Despite a few shortcomings—especially in the second half—the film succeeds because of its heartfelt emotions, strong performances, and soulful music. For audiences who enjoy emotional romantic dramas, Chennai Love Story offers a satisfying experience and deserves a special place among recent Telugu love stories.

5.5
TRM 5.4
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Srinivasa Mangapuram

Srinivasa Mangapuram

2026 · AP7AM

Despite introducing promising newcomers, Srinivasa Mangapuram fails to leave an impression because of its routine story, predictable screenplay, and lack of emotional depth. The love story, which should have been the emotional backbone of the film, never becomes emotionally involving. It ends up as an ordinary romantic drama that offers very little novelty.

3.5
TRM 4.2
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Korean Kanakaraju

Korean Kanakaraju

2026 · AP7AM

Korean Kanakaraju is a fun-filled commercial horror-comedy that succeeds because it never takes itself too seriously. Powered by Varun Tej's energetic performance, Satya's laugh-out-loud comedy, and Merlapaka Gandhi's entertaining screenplay, the film offers an enjoyable theatrical experience.

5.5
TRM 4.9
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