Director KV Anudeep, known for his quirky humour in Jathi Ratnalu, returns with Funky, starring Vishwak Sen and Kayadu Lohar. The film is set inside the Telugu film industry and tries to present a funny, exaggerated look at how movies are made. However, instead of being sharp and entertaining, Funky ends up feeling stretched and directionless.
The idea had potential. A young director falling in love with a powerful producer’s daughter in the middle of a chaotic film shoot sounds like a fun setup. But the execution does not match the concept.
Story Of A Funky Movie Struggling Director
Vishwak Sen plays Komal, an upcoming director whose film budget keeps increasing, creating tension on set. Veteran producer Sudarshan, played by Naresh, struggles to control the rising costs. His daughter Chitra, played by Kayadu Lohar, steps in to manage the situation.
Amid the drama, Komal and Chitra develop feelings for each other. Their romance is unusual and filled with arguments, ego clashes and strange proposals. At one point, Komal even tells Chitra to either fund his film or fall in love with him. This moment shows the film’s attempt at absurd humour, but it does not land strongly.
Too Many Industry Jokes, Less Emotional Depth
The film is packed with references to film shoots, pre-release events, producers and financiers. Cameos and inside jokes appear frequently. While this may amuse people who closely follow the industry, it becomes tiring after a while.
Instead of building a strong story, the screenplay keeps jumping from one situation to another. There is no smooth flow. Many scenes feel loosely connected, as if they were randomly placed together.
Vishwak Sen And Kayadu Lohar’s Performances
Vishwak Sen tries to bring life to Komal, but the character itself is confused. In the first half, his comedy feels repetitive. In the second half, when the story focuses briefly on his family, he performs better and looks more natural.
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Kayadu Lohar does not get much scope to show depth. Her character Chitra lacks personality and emotional weight. It is difficult to understand her motivations or why she tolerates Komal’s behaviour for so long.
Naresh delivers some entertaining moments as the stressed producer. Sampath, who plays a financier named GK, stands out in his scenes and adds some energy to the film.
A Better Film Hidden Inside
Interestingly, the film becomes more engaging during the portions that focus on Komal’s family, especially his sister’s wedding. These scenes feel more real and relatable. Komal explaining himself to his mother is one of the few emotional moments that actually works.
If the film had focused more on relationships and less on industry parody, it might have connected better with the audience.
Music And Overall Impact
The songs and background score by Bheems Ceciroleo do not add much value. Instead of lifting the scenes, they feel like fillers. The humour, which is supposed to be the film’s strength, loses its charm quickly.
Funky struggles because of weak writing and lack of focus. What could have been a smart satire on the film industry turns into a slow and uneven comedy. For KV Anudeep, this feels like a step back compared to his earlier work.
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