Alright, Bollywood fam, let’s talk about the latest buzz from down South! The Telugu film ‘Thammudu’ (which, for our Hindi-speaking junta, means ‘Younger Brother’) hit the cinemas on July 4th, 2025. This flick is directed by Veeru Sriram, a name you might recognize from his work on blockbusters like Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Vakeel Saab’ and Nani’s ‘MCA.’ Fun fact: whispers in the industry suggest Sriram actually offered this very film to Nani first! If Nani had said yes, we might have seen an ‘MCA 2.’ But alas, Nani passed, and thus, ‘Thammudu’ was born. And after watching it, we’re left wondering if Nani made the right call. Read on for our unfiltered review masala!
So, what’s the kahani here? While ‘Thammudu’ certainly features some decent performances from its cast, it quickly gets bogged down by what feels like endless, over-the-top action sequences. And here’s the kicker – these action scenes lack any real innovation or punch. Honestly, after a point, they just become… boring. The screenplay feels incredibly weak, juggling too many parallel narratives that ultimately dilute the impact of any single scene. It’s like they tried to cram a whole thali of dishes onto one plate, and nothing really got the attention it deserved. We kept thinking, “If only they’d focused on the editing, this could have been a much tighter ship!”
They clearly tried to make ‘Thammudu’ a quintessential mass-masala entertainer, but honestly, it just doesn’t quite click. There are moments that make you scratch your head and wonder, “Why is this happening? What’s the logic here?” At times, the film even gives off major TV serial vibes, which, let’s be real, isn’t exactly what you expect from a big-screen dhamaka. The core idea of the film actually had potential for a gripping thriller, but somewhere along the way, the thrill got lost in translation.
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The movie attempts to weave in drama, emotional scenes, comedy, and the bond between siblings. Yet, strangely, none of these elements truly connect with the audience. Even the villain, who was brought in from the Bollywood industry (perhaps hoping to replicate the sheer intensity seen in a film like ‘Animal’?), feels underutilized and doesn’t leave the desired impact. And the music? Well, it simply doesn’t have the same soul or recall value as the tracks from ‘MCA’ or ‘Vakeel Saab.’ Sadly, ‘Thammudu’ feels like a weak entry, to the point where even Nithiin’s recent, less-than-stellar outings like ‘Robin Hood’ and ‘Extra Ordinary Man’ might seem like cinematic masterpieces in comparison. Ouch, right?
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So, what’s the final verdict? If you’re someone who absolutely lives for no-logic, over-the-top, action-packed mass-masala entertainers, then ‘Thammudu’ might be worth a one-time watch. It’s got plenty of fights, if that’s your jam, and it avoids any vulgar or adult content, so it’s definitely safe for a family viewing. However, from this reviewer’s desk, ‘Thammudu’ gets a 2.5 out of 5 stars. It’s not a complete washout, but it definitely needed more tadka and a tighter script to truly hit the mark. Have you seen it yet? Let us know what you thought in the comments below – did it click for you, or did you also feel a bit… bored?
