Prabhas’s “Salaar” Review

Story: Deva (Prabhas) lives a happy life in Tinsukia with his mother, clouded by an enigmatic past. The calm is disrupted when some criminals begin searching for Aadhya (Shruti Haasan), who recently moved to the region. Deva tracks down the group and discovers that the operation in Khansaar City is being orchestrated by his best friend, Varadharaja Mannar (Prithviraj Sukumaran). As the struggle gets more intense, serious questions are raised. Who is this Aadhya? How is Varadharaj known to her? Why did the two best friends turn against each other? In the movie, the solutions are displayed.

Pros: After a lengthy hiatus, fans can now watch Prabhas in a full-fledged action film, masterfully directed by Prashanth Neel. Neel knows how to showcase the legendary Prabhas in a way that would appeal to the masses. Prabhas is a perfect fit for the part of Deva, often known as Salaar; it is difficult to picture anyone else playing it. Even though there isn’t much talking, his character is extremely violent, which highlights his body language, dialogue style, and generally endearing nature. Prabhas’s nasty and erratic behavior keeps the audience on the edge of their seats, especially during action scenes.

Prithviraj Sukumaran offers a decent performance that gives the film a lot of depth, according to Prashanth Neel. It’s more fun to watch because of his shockingly superb Telugu and his intriguing scenes with Prabhas. The drama has a strong first half thanks to the screenplay, which is typical of Prashanth Neel and is humorous, smart, and elevating. The well-structured soundtrack perfectly matches the action-packed moments. Noteworthy scenes like the interval, climax, and altitudes add to the film’s appeal.

Cons: Although the story moves along at a decent pace in the first half, the second half would have benefited from a more polished narrator. If certain scenes in the second hour remind you of KGF, that could detract from the originality of the picture. Prashanth Neel mostly focuses on actors like Bobby Simha, Jagapathi Babu, John Vijay, and Sriya Reddy, ignoring actors like Brahmaji and Jhansi, who might have bigger roles later in the movie, despite the fact that there is a sizable supporting cast. It might be hard for family audiences to connect with the film due of this scene’s extreme violence.

Technical Aspects: Again, Prashanth Neel shows off his directorial prowess by skillfully raising bravery in situations that are simple. However, a more focused approach to the story and screenplay in the later portion could have enhanced the overall narrative. Overall, the music by Ravi Basrur performs a decent job, but it elevates a handful occasions. Bhuwan Gowda’s cinematography is amazing, and Anbarivu’s stunts stand out in especially. Although Ujwal Kulakarni’s editing in the second hour should have been more polished, the production values are still very high.

Verdict: Salaar: Part 1-Ceasefire is an overall gripping action drama that features outstanding performances from Prabhas and Prithviraj, especially in the action sequences. The skillfully executed stunts add to the film’s overall beauty. The excessively graphic material, a tedious second part, and a simple plot are the biggest drawbacks, though. If you are a fan of Prabhas and enjoy gritty action movies with tons of action, Salaar: Part 1-Ceasefire is a must-see.

#Rating: 3.5/5

Director: Prashanth Neel
Starring: Garuda Ram, Prabhas, Prithviraj, Eshwari Rao, Tinu Anand, Jagapathi Babu, Sriya Reddy, and Shruthi Haasan
Music Director: Ravi Basrur
Cinematographer: Bhuvan Gowda
Editor: Ujwal Kulkarni
Producer: Vijay Kiragandur