Movie Review: ‘Devra: Part 1’ is a visual treat for fans of Junior NTR and tremendous action.

For a long time, fans were waiting for Junior NTR and Saif Ali Khan’s Jugalbandi film ‘Devra: Part 1’. Director Koratala Shiva, on the lines of the films made in South with well-known actors, ‘Devra’ also has good company, mother’s emotion, feeling of revenge, double role of father-son, a captivating song, full of exciting action scenes. Like it is decorated with spices, but a weak story ruins the story.

Story of ‘Devra: Part 1’

World Cup is going to be organized in the country. But the government receives news that a terrorist attack may occur. In such a situation, the government deploys a special task force to find those terrorist elements. When this team reaches the coastal area of ​​Ratnagiri while tracking down the criminals, they come to know a new story of the past and that story is of an area near the Red Sea where there are four big villages. The people of this village smuggle illegal weapons for Muruga (Murali Sharma) through ships coming in the sea.

The powerful smuggling chiefs include people like Devra (Jr. NTR), Bhaira (Saif Ali Khan) and Rayappa (Srikanth). One day, Devra realizes that not only are countless lives lost due to smuggled weapons, but a teenager from her village is also killed. Then he/she stops everyone from doing this wrong thing. But Bhaira does not desist from going against him/her and smuggling in the sea. In such a situation, Devra becomes the protector of the villagers and the sea and destroys everyone and disappears after giving a warning.

Now even after 12 years, the fear of Devra still persists. his/her son Vara (Jr. NTR) has also grown up. But Bhaira and his/her associates are not only eager to take revenge from Devra, but they also want to earn money by smuggling in the sea. Devra’s timid and innocent son Vara also joins Bhaira’s team and promises to help in smuggling. Will Devra return after 12 years? Why did Vara join hands with his/her own father’s enemy? To know all this you will have to watch the film.

‘Devra: Part 1’ Trailer

‘Devra: Part 1’ Movie Review

Director Koratala Shiva spends a lot of time in developing the story and characters. The first half of the film is spent in establishing the story. The screenplay lacks tightness. Repetition is also visible in some scenes. It seems strange for the police team that came to find the terrorists to get lost in Devra’s story. But the choreography of the film’s action sequences should be given full marks.

The stakes of the action give goosebumps. The clash between Jr NTR and Saif is exciting. Renowned cinematographer Rathnavelu creates a wonderful cinematic experience with his/her artistry. The smuggling scenes and fight sequences in the sea are no visual treat for the audience, but the VFX of the film are weak. The length of the film also bothers you and the story becomes predictable.

In terms of music, only one song ‘Dheere Dheere’ has become visible. The climax of the film has been left with an unanswered question on the lines of ‘Why did Kattappa kill Bahubali?’, the answer to which will be seen in Part-2.

In terms of acting, Junior NTR has worked hard in the double role. he/she appears strong as Devra, a brave protector and possessing leadership qualities, but Devra seems to be overshadowed by Vara’s innocent and timid character. Saif Ali Khan as Bhaira has proved to be strong in a negative role, but his/her role has not been properly developed.

Despite being the heroine of the film, Jhanvi Kapoor got very little screen space. She is limited to just one song and a couple of scenes, but she has added colors to the glamor and romance section. Prakash Raj has done a memorable job as always. Murali Sharma remains memorable in his/her character. Zarina Wahab is impressive in the role of mother. Srikanth has done a good job in the role of Raiappa.

Why watch- Fans of Junior NTR and lovers of action films can watch this film.