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Movie Review: Janatha Garage

Rating: 2.75/5

Cast:rn NTR, Mohan Lal, Samantha, Nithya Menon, Unni Mukundan, Sai Kumar, rnSachin Kedhkar, Suresh, Sitara, Devayanai, Rahman, Ajay, Banerjee, rnBrahmaji, Vijay Kumar, Ashish Vidyarthi and Others

Music: Devi Sri Prasad

Cinematography: Thiru

Producers: Naveen-Ravi Shankar-Mohan

Director: Koratala Siva

Release Date: September 1st, 2016

'Janatha Garage' is one movie every movie buff is eagerly waiting since the it was officially launched only because of the deadly combination of NTR-Mohan Lal-Koratala Siva. Highly promising promotional campaign has only built enormous buzz around the project. Has this much-awaited movie lived up to the expectations? Let's have a look at what it offers...



Synopsis:

Satyam (Mohan Lal), a good hearted man who is always there to help the needy, changes his garage into a grievance cell and goes to any extent for justice. In the process, He loses his Brother (Rahman). Thereafter, Rahman's Son Anand (NTR) was shifted to Mumbai by his Uncle for keeping him away from the gang wars.

After several Years, Anand makes entry as a Nature Lover who doesn't hesitate to go to any extent for protecting the environment. He reaches Hyderabad for a Project and accidentally gets into a scuffle with Janatha Garage Members. Impressed with his sincere approach, Satyam invites Anand to join Janatha Garage for the well-being of underprivileged people. What changes occurred in Janatha Garage after Anand's entry? Will Sayam and Anand ever know about their blood relation? Do grab the tickets of Janatha Garage to know more!

Performances:
'Janatha Garage' is going to be one more memorable movie in NTR's career. His maturity levels were impeccable, especially in the Rajeev Kanakala episode. Be it performance or dialogue delivery, He excelled and there is no doubt about it. He is top-class even during the pre-Interval sequence with Mohan Lal.

Mohan Lal is undoubtedly one of the finest actors of Indian Cinema. He lives up to his reputation and does a superb job in a meaningful role. But, It would have been great had if Koratala Siva elevated his character to an another level with promising scenes.

None of the Heroines leave an impact. Both Samantha and Nithya Menon have nothing much to do other than appearing in Songs. Kajal Agarwal who sizzled in the Item Number 'Pucca Local' earns brownie points.

Sai Kumar, Rajeev Kanakala, Devayani, Ajay, Suresh and others have done complete justice to their roles. Sachin Kedhkar and Unni Mukundan as Antagonists were alright.

Pros:

NTR-Mohan Lal's Performance

Rajeev Kanakala episode

Emotional Highs

Technical Finesse

Cons:
Heroines

Lack of Strong Villain

Climax

Snail-Pace

Technicalities:
Koratala Siva has extracted good output from all the Technicians. Songs composed by Devi Sri Prasad were topping the charts. Background Score in crucial sequences is exceptional. He left a mark of his own with the Theme Music and BGM during Action Blocks. Cinematographer Thiru did an outstanding job. His visuals were special attraction in the movie, especially those in the 'Rock On Bro..' track. Art Direction is terrific. Editing isn't up to the mark, especially in the First Half. Production Values were grand to say the least. As Writer & Director, Koratala Siva deserves appreciation for making a good attempt but he failed to bring a completeness. The result could have been lot different had if Siva refrained from serving some routine stuff. He, however, impresses big time with Dialogues & the way he conceived few sequences. The major drawback would be the flat first half and unimpressive last half-hour. 

Analysis:

First things first, 'Janatha Garage' has its moments but audience will feel a bit disappointed with routine story & screenplay. Although 'Mirchi' & 'Srimanthudu' have age-old stories, Its the lively narration which made a huge difference. In the case of 'Janatha Garage', There are few shortcomings which could lower the impact. Terrific performances of NTR & Mohan Lal, Few Emotional Highs, Meaningful Dialogues, Rocking Music & Stunning Visuals are the positives of 'Janatha Garage'. On the flip side, The momentum keeps fluctuating and movie ends on a low note.

Koratala Siva takes a bit of time to get into the actual story and nothing much happens in the First Half. While NTR's characterization is unique, Director failed to make the most out of an actor of Mohan Lal's stature. Screen time of NTR is less in First Half & the romantic track isn't promising. There wasn't comic relief either. The first meeting of NTR-Mohan Lal in the pre-Interval is a treat to watch. Performances and Dialogues in this sequence were mesmerizing and sets the perfect tone for latter half. 

About 40 minutes in the Second Half takes the film to the next level. Particularly, The episode of Rajeev Kanakala. Both NTR & Koratala excelled here. However, Director failed to continue this emotional high thereafter and lost the track in the last half hour. 

It must be said that Villains couldn't match up to NTR & Mohan Lal. Still, Two Action Sequences elevating Heroism works in favor of the movie. The long-drawn Climax is a big let down. Overall, 'Janatha Garage' manages to be a Just OK film.