Narasimha Reddy Review

There is something about power and status that appeals to all, and the film industry has used this attraction more times than one cares to remember. We are not talking about just our local industry, but about universal cinema. The dynamic hero who can conquer all is almost superhuman and unbelievable, yet the magnetism is undeniably present.

Suresh Gopi always plays the outright action hero, and the good thing is that he doesn't break into a jig or run around trees that essentially belie the macho image. He usually plays the lawman, but this time around he attempts to do something different, and has managed to succeed to a certain extent. Narsimha Reddy (Suresh Gopi) is one of six brothers who belong to the most influential family in Kerala. In spite of his colorful educational degrees, he is down to earth, takes no nonsense from anyone, and believes in the power of the fist. A brief description of the brothers - the first is a financier, the second is in the marine business, the third is Narsimha, the fourth a doctor, the fifth a police inspector and the sixth a doctor, too. An impressive list of professions, indeed! Most of the first half is dedicated to giving us an insight into the power of this family and into Narsimha's character.

But trouble begins when a new business family, the SP clan, steps in, with the sole intention of destroying the Reddy clan. The reason: the Reddy clan had unintentionally wronged them in the past. This leads to a clash of the titans. But, the Reddys don't play dirty, and hence (yet?) emerge victorious.

There is a lot of action and powerful dialogue, which, at times, make the film monotonous, but the end result is that it is worth a watch. Some good performances and slick direction make this film something different.