Movie Name : Bromance
Streaming Date : April 30, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 2.5/5
Starring : Mathew Thomas, Arjun Ashokan, Sangeeth Prathap, Mahima Nambiar, Shyam Mohan, Kalabhavan Shajohn, Bharath Bopanna
Director : Arun D. Jose
Producer : Ashiq Usman
Music Director : Govind Vasantha
Cinematographer : Akhil George
Editor : Chaman Chakko
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Mollywood film Bromance, starring Mathew Thomas, Shyam Mohan, and Sangeeth Prathap in prominent roles, has made its way to the OTT platform Sony LIV today. The movie is also available in a Telugu-dubbed version. Here’s our review to help you decide if it’s worth your time.
Story:
Shinto (Shyam Mohan) is the elder brother of Binto (Mathew Thomas), a short-tempered young man addicted to his phone. One day, Binto receives shocking news from Shinto’s friend, Shabeer (Arjun Ashokan), revealing that Shinto has gone missing after a painful breakup. Determined to find him, Binto teams up with ethical hacker Hariharasudhan (Sangeeth Prathap), and the trio embark on a tense search. Along the way, they meet Dr. Aishwarya (Mahima Nambiar), Courier Babu (Kalabhavan Shajohn), and other characters who hold pieces of the mystery. Can Binto uncover the truth and rescue his brother before it’s too late? The answers lie in the film.
Plus Points:
Mathew Thomas delivers a decent performance as Binto, a character addicted to his phone yet deeply devoted to his brother. His emotional depth, coupled with comedic moments driven by his frustrations, is well depicted.
Sangeeth Prathap, as hacker Hariharasudhan, provides much-needed humour and steals the show. His excellent comedic timing ensures that his appearances are some of the most enjoyable parts of the film.
Mahima Nambiar and Kalabhavan Shajohn, along with other supporting cast members, add their contributions to the film’s comedic elements, though their characters could have been developed more to enhance the overall humour.
Minus Points:
The primary weakness of Bromance is its story. It is a thin narrative that lacks the depth needed to engage the audience fully. The director relies heavily on comedy to move the plot forward, but much of it feels forced, and the story itself often drags. The climax is not impactful, and it doesn’t provide the resolution the film’s premise promises.
The film begins with a promising setup, but once the search for Shinto begins, the story starts to lose momentum. The director struggles to keep the audience hooked with both suspense and humour, and as a result, the balance between the two feels off.
The introduction of multiple characters and subplots could have added more humour, but instead, the film becomes bogged down. When the story shifts to Bengaluru, the film loses its direction, becoming less engaging. The characters, including Shyam Mohan and Kalabhavan Shajohn, could have been given more substantial roles to make their performances more impactful.
Technical Aspects:
Arun D. Jose, the director, attempts to create a balance between comedy and adventure, but the execution doesn’t hit the mark. Better writing and more engaging scenes could have kept the momentum going and made the film more enjoyable.
The cinematography is decent, and the editing maintains a good pace throughout both halves of the film. The music by Govind Vasantha fits the mood, though it doesn’t stand out significantly. The production values are acceptable, but nothing extraordinary. The Telugu dubbing is decent.
Verdict:
On the whole, Bromance is an average film that delivers a few laughs but falls short on the adventure and excitement it initially suggests. The fine performances from Sangeeth Prathap and Mathew Thomas are the film’s highlights, but the story doesn’t quite live up to its early promise. It’s better to consider alternative entertainment options that are more worth your time.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.5/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team