Baladur is a 2008 Telugu-language action drama film directed by K. R. Udhayashankar. The film stars Ravi Teja, Anushka Shetty, and Krishna in key roles. It is a mix of family drama, action, and comedy, with an engaging storyline and mass appeal.
The movie received mixed reviews, but fans of Ravi Teja enjoyed his energetic performance and comic timing.
Story and Screenplay
The story revolves around Chanti (Ravi Teja), a fun-loving and irresponsible guy who adores his grandfather, Rama Krishna (Krishna), a respected and noble man.
Chanti’s reckless behavior creates problems, but when his family faces danger from a greedy relative, he steps up to protect his grandfather’s honor and family legacy.
The screenplay is a mix of comedy, sentiment, and action, with some entertaining moments but also a few predictable scenes.
Acting Performance
Ravi Teja is in his usual energetic form, delivering a mass-friendly performance with his signature style of humor and action.
Krishna, as the noble grandfather, brings grace and emotional depth to the film.
Anushka Shetty plays a simple love interest, but her role is not very strong. The supporting cast, including Brahmanandam and Sunil, provide good comedy relief.
Direction and Technical Aspects
K. R. Udhayashankar’s direction focuses on family emotions and commercial elements, but the execution is somewhat inconsistent.
The cinematography is decent, and the editing keeps the movie at a reasonable pace.
The dialogues are entertaining, especially Ravi Teja’s punchlines and comedic scenes.
Music and Background Score
The music by K. M. Radha Krishnan is average, with a couple of catchy songs that fit the mass appeal of the film.
The background score supports the emotional and action scenes well but is not highly memorable.
Positives and Negatives
Positives:
- Ravi Teja’s energetic performance
- Krishna’s strong screen presence
- Entertaining comedy scenes
- Decent family drama and action moments
Negatives:
- Predictable storyline
- Weak heroine role (Anushka Shetty)
- Average music
- Some scenes feel dragged
Box Office and Public Response
Baladur had a decent opening, but it ended up as an average performer at the box office. While fans of Ravi Teja enjoyed his mass appeal, critics found the story too predictable.
The audience appreciated the family emotions and comedy, but the film did not leave a lasting impact.
Final Verdict
Baladur (2008) is a watchable family action drama with Ravi Teja’s mass appeal and Krishna’s strong presence. If you like commercial entertainers with comedy and sentiment, you may enjoy it.
Rating: 3/5
