Aagadu
19/Sep/2014 Action, Comedy

2.00

Too much Masala, Too little Entertainment

Aagadu is a half hearted project made only to earn some quick profits. The story is predictable which is fine, but it�s gravely written. There�s not enough drama, action, build up of story and failed to carry emotions. Looking at the track record of Mahesh Babu, Srinu Vaitla and 14 Reels, a very polished, well worked upon and entertaining movie was being expected from the trio. But sadly, we have to admit here, that Aagadu falls way short of what was being projected by the makers. The movie could have been a different experience all together, only if it had an entertaining script, Promising atmosphere, crisp editing and hummable tracks. In the nutshell, Aagadu has less engaging and entertaining moments, hence it turns to be a tedious journey.(more)

Source: Common Man, Apherald.com

3.75

The film is worth watching along with entire family.

He has given excellent entertainment besides comedy, action and punch. He has enlivened in the emotional and sentiment scenes quite superbly. The film is watch worthy just for Mahesh more than five to six times. Tmanna has added wonderful aesthetic spectacle by adding her glamour in every frame. Brahmanandam, Posani, Ashish Vidyardhi, Mumtaz, Raghubabu, etc had added a very good wit and humor. Nazar has Dakshinamurthy has enacted a wonderful comedy. Sreenu Vaitla knows how to show Mahesh to grab the audiences attention and interest for the film. Akin to Dookudu, he has made the film rich with comedy, punch and action with Mahesh. If the revenge theme was done slightly different from Dookudu, probably people would have more enjoyed Mahesh�s Aagadu. Guhan�s cinematography is a big asset for the film.Some more care should have been taken at rerecording stage.Editing is fine. Art is superb in every frame. The fourteen reels production house has spent a lot of money on the film making.Production values are excellent. It is a festival for the fans of Mahesh Babu.(more)

Source: Mirchi team, Telugumirchi.com

3.50

Mahesh Babu thrills as 'Encounter Shankar' in Telugu film

When it comes to the actor�s performance, it is Mahesh Babu all the way from the beginning to end. He actually carries the film on his shoulders. Right from the beginning, the histrionics of Mahesh Babu dominate in every scene. And the way he delivered the dialogues with punch lines is going to be a treat for everybody. As usual, Mahesh looks dashing and handsome. He superbly carried the role of a police inspector and has managed to pull it off effortlessly throughout the film. He is present in every frame of the film and when he renders a dialogue one can enjoy the punch and satire in the dialogue. The way he narrates the stories of all his earlier films to villains is hilarious(more)

Source: Suresh Kavirayani, Deccan Chronicle