Aug. 06, 2021|India|145 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Drama;Romance;South;Indian;Thriller
Description: “SR Kalyanamandapam,” released in 2021, is a Telugu film directed and edited by Sridhar Gadhe, with Kiran Abbavaram taking charge of the story, screenplay, and dialogues. Although the film incorporates pop culture references, its narrative feels outdated. Tributes to Chiranjeevi appear through songs like *Gang Leader* and *Vaana Vaana Velluvaye*, while *Kushi* plays in a local theater scene, evoking nostalgia for Pawan Kalyan.
The story revolves around Dharma (Sai Kumar), an alcoholic father who refuses to mature, and his estranged son Kalyan (Kiran Abbavaram). Despite once being close, Kalyan now avoids communicating with his father, leaving Dharma perplexed and reliant on alcohol. Dharma’s wife, Shanti, constantly urges him to take responsibility, but he remains the subject of local gossip.
Kalyan harbors an obsession with Sindhu (Priyanka Jawalkar), whom he admires since their college days. Despite her rejection, he persists in pursuing her, even going as far as stalking. His fixation on her waist becomes a recurring theme, often overshadowing other aspects of the plot. In a controversial moment, he slaps Sindhu twice, justifying it as an expression of his feelings. While he faces consequences, their relationship ultimately progresses.
The film attempts to blend humor and drama but often falters, relying on outdated tropes and objectification. Despite its flaws, *SR Kalyanamandapam* provides a glimpse into family dynamics and personal struggles, wrapped in a traditional Telugu cinema format.”
Cast director: Sridhar Gade
Cast actor: Kiran Abbavaram, Priyanka Jawalkar, Sai Kumar, Tulasi, Rajsekhar Aningi, Srikanth Iyengar, Tanikella Bharani
Original name: ఎస్ఆర్ కల్యాణమండపం