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Brahmotsavam

20 May 2016Telugu2h 36m
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 5 critic reviews

Mahesh Babu shines, but sluggish pacing and weak writing hold this family drama back.

Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: Mahesh Babu's performance and production values
  • Criticised: Directionless screenplay and tedious pacing

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What critics from 5 publications are saying

Critical reception for Brahmotsavam is largely negative, with most reviewers finding the film hampered by a directionless screenplay, tedious pacing, and unconvincing emotional beats. Mahesh Babu's performance and the film's rich production values, including cinematography and music, are the most consistently acknowledged positives across reviews. Several critics note that the film fails to deliver on its grand premise, with artificial emotions and an overlong runtime testing audience patience. Even those who gave it a modest pass cautioned that it holds limited appeal beyond specific audiences familiar with joint family narratives.

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Positive = 6.5/10 and up · negative = below 5/10

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Critic reviews (5)

Top critics first, then by score · not-rated last · updated

  1. iLuvCinema

    Film review ·

    The eye catching cinematography, editing and the simple yet powerful dialogues are mind blowing. Mickey J Meyer's extraordinary tunes has added an advantage to the movie and all the songs were shot well on huge colorful sets. Verdict: One time watcher, A good family entertainer.
  2. TeluguCinema

    Film review ·

    'Brahmotsavam' has grand theme and ideas but the director has failed to tell in convincing way as it is laced with tedious sequences, unending songs. Mahesh Babu's performance, rich production values and absolutely bright camera work have worked out in this movie that has many issues. A huge letdown.
  3. Andhra Headlines

    Film review ·

    May not be everyone's film, but it may appeals to people who have seen joint family systems that aren't existent lately. For those looking for entertainment, don't think too much to skip it!
  4. AP Today

    Film review ·

    Despite director's honest attempts to make us emotionally involved, we would emotionlessly wait for it to end. The best scene of the second half comes during the climax. But it is not strong enough to make us forget all the pain that we have gone through till that point. Even the family audiences will not be able to connect with these artificial emotions and lackluster script. Mahesh the superstar too will need a miracle to save this one from sinking.
  5. Great Andhra

    Film review ·

    "Brahmotsavam" tests the patience with its idiotic scenes, directionless screenplay, and snail-paced romantic thread. If not for Mahesh Babu's presence, the film collapses completely.

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