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    'Guntur Kaaram' Twitter review: Mahesh Babu's Sankranti release opens to mixed opinions over 'clichéd plot'

    Synopsis

    'Guntur Kaaram' Twitter review: The Mahesh Babu starrer has ignited contrasting opinions on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). While fans praise Babu's commanding screen presence, some express reservations about the film's clichéd storyline. The mixed reviews suggest that the film faces tough competition during the Sankranthi festival, clashing with other releases like 'HanuMan.'

    Poster of Mahesh Babu starrer 'Guntur Kaaram'Agencies
    Poster of Mahesh Babu starrer 'Guntur Kaaram'
    Mahesh Babu's latest release, 'Guntur Kaaram,' directed by Trivikram Srinivas, has set the Andhra states abuzz with contrasting opinions. The film, marking the superstar's return after 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata,' is creating waves on X (formerly Twitter), with fans lauding Babu's screen presence, but expressing reservations about the storyline and direction.

    Netizens Laud Mahesh Babu's Performance

    Guntur Kaaram is Mahesh Babu's first outing since 2022's 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata,' and it has generated immense buzz, with fans hailing it as one of the actor's best performances to date. Comments on X have poured in, praising the actor's "towering screen presence" and labelling him the "saviour" of the film.


    One X user enthusiastically shared, "Finished #GunturKaaram. It's all #SuperStarMaheshBabu who lifted the film on his shoulders with his performance, screen presence, swag, style. Dedicated Star @urstrulyMahesh who can pull the audience to theatres in this Sankranti Festival #RamanaGadiMassJaathara."


    Some Criticism

    However, the reviews are not unanimous in their positivity. Some fans expressed mixed feelings, with one user stating, "Strictly below average!! Babu was the only positive thing in the whole movie. Trivikram Debbesadu."


    Addressing the film's narrative, another user mentioned, "A clean family mass masala with @urstrulyMahesh’s awesome screen presence being the saving grace. A clichéd story with veteran actors like #jayaram @prakashraaj and @meramyakrishnan doing their best to lift the film. @sreeleela14 is there for just the songs and her dance moves. All in all, a very average watch. #GunturKaaram 3/5.


    About 'Guntur Kaaram'

    'Guntur Kaaram' introduces a new dimension to Mahesh Babu's on-screen persona, portraying him as Rowdy Ramana, disowned by his mother (Ramya Krishnan) early in life. The film navigates the transformation of this rebellious son into the feared character of Ramana, with Sreeleela as the love interest and supporting roles played by Meenakshi Chaudhary, Jagapathi Babu, and Prakash Raj.

    Despite the film's mixed reviews, Mahesh Babu's dedicated fan base is expected to boost its initial performance at the box office. The Sankranthi festival, known for attracting family audiences to theatres, provides a significant opportunity for 'Guntur Kaaram' to make its mark.

    However, it faces tough competition this Sankranthi, clashing with 'HanuMan,' a devotional epic directed by Prasanth Varma and starring Teja Sajja. Additionally, films like 'Saindhav' and 'Naa Saami Ranga' add to the choices available to the audience.

    In the coming days, the fate of 'Guntur Kaaram' at the box office will unfold, as audiences weigh their options and decide whether Mahesh Babu's magnetic on-screen presence can overshadow any perceived shortcomings in the film's narrative and direction.

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