Released on November 17, 2023, “Anveshi” starring Ananya Nagalla, Vijay Dharan Datla, and Simran Gupta fails to deliver a compelling narrative, earning a Piktalk.com Rating of 2/5.
Plot Summary:
Dr. Anu (Ananya Nagalla) establishes a hospital in her native place, but mysterious circumstances lead to her and her father’s deaths. Vikram (Vijay Dharan Datla) investigates a series of murders near the hospital’s location, unveiling a quest for truth.
Highlights:
Impressive performances from Vijay Dharan Datla, Simran Gupta, and Ananya Nagalla, with Ajay Ghosh stealing the show.
Decent elements like forest scenes, serial murders, and the hero’s quest provide some engagement.
Simran Gupta’s performance and on-screen presence stand out, while Ananya Nagalla leaves a mark despite limited screen time.
Background score by Chaitan Bharadwaj and visuals by Cinematographer KK Rao add value.
Lowlights:
Falters in delivering a gripping narrative, lacking thrilling moments throughout.
Slow-paced and boring scenes in the first half, with a delayed introduction of characters and conflict points.
Underwhelming end to the villain’s character, and ineffective use of potential comedy.
Routine narration, simple story, and a few boring scenes in the second half contribute to the film’s disappointment.
Technical Evaluation:
Intriguing background score by Chaitan Bharadwaj, stunning visuals by Cinematographer KK Rao, and decent production values.
Director VJ Khanna executes climax and action scenes well but falls short in handling the overall narrative.
Verdict:
“Anveshi” falls short of expectations as a lackluster thriller. Despite notable performances, the weak screenplay and slow pacing result in a disappointing watch.
Piktalk.com Rating: 2/5 Reviewed by Piktalk Team