The highly anticipated film ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunam‘, starring Venkatesh Daggubati, officially hit theatres today on January 14, 2025, coinciding with the festive occasion of Makar Sankranti. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film also features Aishwarya Rajesh and Meenakshi Chowdhury in prominent roles.
Fans have been flocking to cinemas to catch the first screenings, and early reviews on social media are pouring in. Many viewers are praising the film’s comedic elements and Venkatesh’s performance.
One user on X (formerly Twitter) described the first half as a “blockbuster,” highlighting its hilarious comedy and engaging action sequences. Another reviewer noted that Venkatesh excels in both his roles as a cop and a husband and has impressive chemistry with Aishwarya Rajesh.
The user wrote, “#SankranthikiVasthunam Blockbuster First Half Excellent with hilarious Comedy Second half Good with Action episode highlights @VenkyMama Acting and innocence Comedy Crazy ga vachindi @Meenakshiioffl @aishu_dil @AnilRavipudi Hit Streak Continues 8/8 My Review 3.75/5”
The film is touted as a lighthearted family entertainer with a mix of comedy, action, and emotional depth. While some critics pointed out that the storyline might be predictable and the execution uneven, they still found it to be an enjoyable watch, particularly for families looking for festive entertainment.
Another writes, ” #SankranthikiVasthunam is a lighthearted festive entertainer with decent comedy and good music, despite its weak storyline and uneven execution. Venky’s performance and the Bulli Raju character make it a satisfactory family watch.”
Another reviewer writes, “1st Half: #Venkatesh’s impeccable comic timing steals the show in #SankranthikiVasthunam. Special mention to child artist Revanth for his perfect timing! #AishwaryaRajesh shines, and #MeenakshiChaudhary impresses with her screen presence. #VTVGanesh adds solid laughs. BGM and #GodariGattu visuals are delightful. Predictable story but entertaining moments keep it engaging”
Another tweet reads, “Victory @VenkyMama & @AnilRavipudi deliver a laughter-packed family entertainer with Sankranthiki Vasthunam. Released on today, the film combines light-hearted humor & vibrant visuals, making it a perfect festive watch.”
One wrote, “My take on ##SankranthikiVasthunam movie Sankranthiki Vasthunam=F3 movie If you like over the top comedy, then you like Sankranthiki Vasthunam movie also.”
The plot revolves around a married couple whose lives take an unexpected turn when the husband’s ex-girlfriend seeks help to solve a kidnapping case. This leads to a rollercoaster journey filled with laughter and action, keeping audiences engaged throughout.
