Movie Name : Muthayya
Streaming Date : May 01, 2025
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : Sudhakar Reddy, Arun Kumar, Purna Chander M, Mounika Bomma, Sai Leela, Kiran Kumar, Jayavardhan Sagar
Director : Bhaskhar Maurya
Producers : Vamsi Karumanchi, Vrinda Prasad
Music Directors : Karthik Rodriguez
Cinematographer : Divakar Mani
Editors : Sai Murali
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Muthayya is a multiple award-winning Telugu film featuring ‘Balagam’ Sudhakar Reddy in the lead role. Now streaming on ETV Win, the film explores the dreams and emotional journey of an aging villager with a deep passion for cinema. Here’s our review.
Story:
Set in Wanaparthy, the film follows Muthayya (‘Balagam’ Sudhakar Reddy), a 70-year-old man who once performed in stage plays and now dreams of appearing in a movie. Living a simple village life, he finds companionship in the much younger Malli (Arun Raj), who supports him in his pursuit. Whether Muthayya manages to fulfill his lifelong dream forms the core of the story.
Plus Points:
The biggest strength of Muthayya is its honesty. The filmmakers approach the story with sincerity, and their effort to depict rural life with authenticity pays off. The village setting, the people, and their routines feel real and grounded.
Sudhakar Reddy delivers a convincing performance. He completely immerses himself in the role and brings Muthayya to life with ease and charm. His chemistry with Arun Raj is natural, and their bonding provides warmth and occasional humour.
Arun Raj, too, performs well and adds lightness to the narrative. The supporting cast contributes adequately to the story.
Minus Points:
While the film’s message, That It’s Never Too Late to Dream is clear, the emotional depth needed to support that message is missing. The story doesn’t fully explore the emotional weight behind Muthayya’s dream, making it harder for the audience to connect deeply with his journey.
The first half is notably slow and lacks engaging moments. A tighter screenplay with more emotional investment in the lead character’s passion could have elevated the film significantly. Though the second half is relatively better, the pacing still affects the overall impact.
Malli’s love subplot feels underdeveloped and serves more as filler than a meaningful addition. It could have been written with more relevance or emotion.
Technical Aspects:
Director Bhaskhar Maurya brings a heartfelt story to the screen, but the execution falls short of its potential. The writing needed more emotionally resonant scenes to sustain viewer interest throughout. The sound design by Vamsi Priya Rasineni is a standout. It adds depth and supports the narrative tone effectively.
Karthik Rodriguez’s music complements the film and maintains its authenticity. Divakar Mani’s cinematography is decent, capturing the rural visuals well. Editing by Sai Murali could have been sharper, especially in the first half, which drags at times. Production values are adequate.
Verdict:
On the whole, Muthayya is a sincere attempt, but its slow pace and lack of emotional intensity limit its appeal. While it offers a glimpse into the simple life and big dreams of an elderly villager, the storytelling doesn’t fully bring that passion to the surface. Sudhakar Reddy and Arun Raj offer strong performances, and the film may connect with viewers who appreciate slow-paced, feel-good dramas. However, others may find it underwhelming. Watch it with modest expectations.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team