Movie Name : Meghalu Cheppina Prema Katha
Release Date : August 22, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 2.5/5
Starring : Naresh Agastya, Rabiya Khatoon, Radhika Sarathkumar, Prince Rama Varma, Suman, Aamani, Raja Chembolu, & others
Director : Vipin
Producer : Uma Devi Kota
Music Director : Justin Prabhakaran
Cinematographer : Mohana Krishna
Editor : Marthand K. Venkatesh
Related Links : Trailer
Promising actor Naresh Agastya has now come up with a musical romantic film, Meghalu Cheppina Prema Katha. Rabiya Khatoon played the female lead. Let’s see how the film is.
Story:
Varun (Naresh Agastya) is the son of a wealthy industrialist (Suman). His father wants him to take charge of the business empire, but Varun aspires to become a top musician. Against his father’s wishes, Varun continues to pursue his dream, and in this process, he comes across a software employee, Meghana (Rabiya Khatoon). An unexpected bond develops between them, changing their lives forever.
Plus Points:
Meghalu Cheppina Prema Katha is made with utmost sincerity. The film talks about chasing one’s passion while going against societal expectations, something many can relate to. Though this isn’t the first film to address such a concept, there is sensibility and genuineness in its treatment. The conflict point is nicely set up through an emotional sequence between the protagonist and his father.
The writer in Vipin shines. Some dialogues are brilliantly written and touch hearts in a few scenes. Both the halves have some very good moments. Naresh Agastya has done similar characters in his previous outings too, but everytime he delivers his roles with unwavering honesty. He looked charming in the film, and surely there is a lot of potential in him that is yet to be tapped.
Rabiya Khatoon has done a solid job in a role that is both well-written and enjoys a lion’s share of the screen time. She put in considerable effort to portray Meghana, even delivering her lines in Telugu and ensuring there were no lip-sync issues. Radhika Sarathkumar performed with ease in an important role. Musician Prince Rama Varma’s cameo works well. Suman, Aamani, Raja Chembolu, and others did what was required of them.
Minus Points:
Though the plot is good, the pacing remains slow for the most part. This seems to be an intentional choice, but at times the film does turn boring too. There are noticeable lag moments especially in the first half, and the editing team could have trimmed a few sequences to improve the flow.
The concept has a universal appeal, but the storytelling does not, restricting the film from reaching a wider audience. There are sequences where the movie turns poetic, which may not cater to everyone.
The ending feels rushed, with several aspects wrapped up too quickly. The conflict between the lead pair could have been introduced much earlier to enhance the impact in proceedings. The humor also doesn’t land as intended.
Technical Aspects:
Since this is a musical love saga, the music needed to hit the mark—and Justin Prabhakaran delivers commendably. Every song is pleasant to listen to and beautifully shot by Mohana Krishna. The picturesque visuals make the film visually appealing, and the production values are equally good.
Vipin does a fine job as a writer, but as a director, there is still room for improvement. The rushed final act, dragged-out sequences, and underwhelming humor act as hindrances in this romantic drama. That said, Vipin does succeed in extracting good performances from the actors.
Verdict:
On the whole, Meghalu Cheppina Prema Katha has a relatable story, but the slow-paced narration prevents the film from rising beyond a point. The performances of Naresh Agastya and Rabiya Khatoon are good, and some dialogues are well-written. However, the dragged-out scenes, boring moments, and a rushed climax restrict the film’s potential significantly.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.5/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team