Movie Name : The 100
Release Date : July 11, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : RK Sagar, Misha Narang, Vishnu Priya, Dhanya Balakrishna, Tarak Ponnappa, Anand, Kalyani Natarajan, Vamshi Nekkanti, VV Giridhar, Temper Vamshi and others
Director : Raghav Omkar Sasidhar
Producers : Ramesh Karutoori, Venki Pushadapu, J. Tharak Ram
Music Director : Harshavardhan Rameshwar
Cinematographer : Shyam K Naidu
Editor : Amar Reddy Kudumula
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TV actor RK Sagar, who became a household name with the serial Mogali Rekulu, makes his silver screen comeback with The 100, a crime drama directed by Raghav Omkar Sasidha. The film has hit the screens today. Let’s see how it is.
Story:
Vikranth (RK Sagar) is a newly appointed IPS officer who begins his career with a high-profile case involving a series of robberies and murders. As he investigates, he notices a distinct pattern behind the crimes. Things take a personal turn when Aarthi (Misha Narang) becomes a victim, and Vikranth realises that there are powerful forces behind the scenes. The case gets more complicated with the arrival of Madhu (Vishnu Priya), who seems to have a strong connection to the unfolding mystery. Who is Madhu? How is she linked to the case? What challenges does Vikranth face while solving it? The film answers these questions in the rest of the narrative.
Plus Points:
RK Sagar delivers a sincere performance in the lead role. He fits well into the character of a determined cop, especially in the action and investigation scenes. His experience from television reflects in his screen presence.
Misha Narang plays her part decently and looks good on screen. Vishnu Priya and Dhanya Balakrishna, who have key roles in the second half, make their presence felt. Tarak Ponnappa also supports the proceedings well with his performance.
The core story has potential, and the investigation sequences are handled fairly in some portions. A few twists in the second half keep the narrative somewhat engaging.
Minus Points:
One of the major drawbacks of the film is its sluggish pace. The screenplay feels slow in both halves here and there, and the lack of urgency takes away from the tension the story demands. A crisper narrative could have helped a lot.
Some scenes come across as artificial and don’t add much value. The placement of a romantic song affects the film’s flow and feels out of place. While the intention behind the emotional beats is clear, the execution falls short.
The casting could have been better, especially for the negative roles. The climax tries to deliver a message but ends in a routine way, which might not satisfy those expecting a strong ending.
Technical Aspects:
Director Raghav Omkar Sasidha picks a solid concept but falters in execution. With a tighter screenplay, the film could have had more impact. Harshavardhan Rameshwar’s background score is decent, and one song stands out musically. The editing by Amar Reddy Kudumula is okay, but trimming a few portions would’ve helped the pacing. Shyam K Naidu’s cinematography is decent, and the production values are adequate.
Verdict:
On the whole, The 100 is a crime action drama that works to an extent. RK Sagar makes a decent comeback and does well in the lead role. The film has a few interesting moments, but the predictable narrative, slow pacing, and lack of gripping scenes reduce the overall impact. You can try it if you enjoy cop dramas, but keep your expectations low.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team