Chandini Chowdary is now a familiar face in the Telugu film industry, but her character in her latest film 'Yevam' marks an interesting transformation.
In the film, which was released in theatres today, Chandini is seen playing a tough police officer, and this transformation could prove to be a turning point in her career.
Story of the film
'Yevam' revolves around a mysterious murder case in which Soumya (Chandini Chowdary) joins the Vikarabad police station as a PSI. Her colleague, Abhirami (Jai Bharat Raj), holds the post of SI. One day, a case of a young woman's murder comes to their police post.
Soumya's instincts and reasoning help her connect the case to an old case, which reveals that a dangerous man named Yugandhar (Vashisht Simha) is targeting star-crazy girls.
Character Performances
- Chandini Chowdary: This film is a turning point for Chandini Chowdary, as she plays a police officer for the first time. Her character exudes a balance of confidence and power, which manages to impress the audience.
- Jai Bharat Raj: Playing Abhiram as an Assistant SI, Jai Bharat Raj too has given a solid performance, which is crucial in taking the film's story forward.
- Vasishta Simha: The real highlight of the film is Vasishta Simha's negative role as Yugandhar. His acting is so impressive that he becomes one of the most memorable parts of the film.
Direction and Technical Aspects
The film is directed by Prakash Dantuluri, and his attempt was to make an engaging crime investigation thriller. However, the attempt was not completely successful due to some flaws. There are some weaknesses in the screenplay, which fails to keep the audience engaged.
- Cinematography: The cinematography of the film is commendable, which brings the scenes of the police station of Vikarabad to life.
- Music: Though the music fails to add an extra dimension to the film, it manages to keep up with the story.
- Editing: The pace of editing is a little slow, which makes some parts of the film feel lengthy.
Synopsis
'Yevam' is a new kind of thriller for the audience with its pros and cons. This is Chandini Chowdary's first attempt as a police officer and it can prove to be a stepping stone for her career. If you are a fan of crime thrillers, then this film can be an interesting experience for you.
Despite the negative aspects in the film, it is exciting to see how Chandini Chowdary has portrayed her character and handled a challenging role. So, if you are looking for something new to watch this weekend, then 'Yevam' can be a good choice.