Hey Balwanth, starring VK Naresh and Suhas, released this week with a lot of curiosity around its unusual title and central theme. Before its release, the film made headlines when the original title Hey Bhagawan was changed to Hey Balwanth after certification concerns. That change only increased interest in what the film was actually about.
Now that the film is in theatres, the biggest takeaway is clear: VK Naresh delivers a strong performance in a film that starts well but struggles later.
Story of Hey Balwanth
Set in Guntur, the film follows Krishna Balwanth, played by Suhas. He grows up admiring his father, Rao Balwanth (VK Naresh), and dreams of joining the family business. The twist is that his father never tells him what the business actually is.
When Krishna finally learns the truth, he is shocked and wants to shut it down. At the same time, he is in a relationship with Mithra, played by Shivani Nagaram, who runs an NGO. Two politicians also get involved, adding more complications to the story.
The idea of a father hiding his profession from his son because of social stigma is interesting and different. It gives the film a strong base to build on.
VK Naresh Performance Is The Highlight
The first half of Hey Balwanth works mainly because of its comedy. There are several funny scenes, especially leading up to the interval. VK Naresh stands out in almost every scene he appears in. He balances humour and emotion with ease and brings warmth to his character.
Suhas also gives a sincere performance. He handles the comic scenes comfortably and fits well into the role of a confused son dealing with a moral dilemma. Comedian Sudarshan adds a few light moments with his timing.
Director Gopi Atchara deserves credit for trying to mix comedy with social commentary in his debut film. The concept is bold and not something we usually see in mainstream cinema.
Second Half Loses Emotional Impact
While the first half is entertaining, the second half feels stretched. The jokes begin to repeat, and when the film tries to shift into serious emotional territory, it does not feel smooth.
The last half hour focuses on justifying the father’s profession and giving it emotional depth. The intention is clear, but the execution feels weak. The emotional scenes do not hit as strongly as they should.
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Suhas, who has proved his emotional strength in earlier films, seems slightly restrained in the intense moments. He does not fully lift the dramatic portions the way the film needs.
The background music also feels loud in certain scenes where silence would have worked better.
Final Verdict On Hey Balwanth
Hey Balwanth is a decent watch if you are looking for light entertainment with some bold ideas. The first half offers good laughs, and VK Naresh’s performance makes it worth watching.
However, when the film tries to become emotionally heavy, it loses focus. It remains enjoyable in parts but does not fully deliver on its strong concept.
If you go in expecting a comedy with a touch of drama rather than a powerful emotional story, you may have a better experience.
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