A young man falls into the trap of loan apps due to false prestige, leading to severe hardships. “Thakita Thadhimi Thandana” is a trendy entertainer that makes you think while keeping you entertained.
Instead of openly admitting, “This is my situation,” and finding a way out, the protagonist burdens himself with unnecessary troubles due to overconfidence and false prestige.
Starring Ganaditya (Murder fame) and Priya Kommineni, a Telugu actress, this film marks the directorial debut of Raj Lohith and the production debut of Chandan Kumar Koppula under the Yellow Mango Entertainment banner. A software engineer turned producer, Chandan Kumar Koppula has brought this film to audiences through Cinetaria Media Works, releasing it on February 27. The cast also includes Gangavva, Satish Saripalli, and others in key roles.
Director Raj Lohith has crafted this film to give young professionals—who believe their monthly salaries will flow indefinitely—a reality check.
Performances
Ganaditya, who has also acted in the web series Sammelanam, embodies the struggles of today’s youth. With some fine-tuning, he has the potential for a promising career as a lead actor.
Debut actress Priya Kommineni, a true Telugu girl, brings a fresh feel to the screen. Audiences tired of watching non-Telugu heroines will appreciate her presence. With some improvement in expressions, she can certainly win over the audience.
Though Gangavva appears only briefly, her role significantly contributes to the story. Satish Saripalli, who plays the heroine’s father, delivers a commendable performance.
Interestingly, Chandan Kumar Koppula, being a software engineer himself, plays the role of a software company owner in the film. His performance is surprisingly natural, proving that he can balance both production and acting.
Technical Aspects
Editing by Harishankar is a strong asset to the film.
Music by Narain Reddy is decent but could have been improved with more effort.
Direction & Writing: Raj Lohith, who also wrote the story and dialogues, scores well as a writer. However, as a director, he slightly struggles in execution. The narration could have been faster, the audio quality better, and the chemistry between the lead pair more engaging. Despite these flaws, considering the budget limitations and practical challenges, the director deserves appreciation.
One standout scene showcases the protagonist, burdened by false prestige, drowning in loans. Eventually, he lets go of his ego, looks for alternative jobs, and even works as a Swiggy delivery boy for temporary relief. These moments reflect the director’s storytelling ability.
Final Verdict
With this debut, Chandan Kumar Koppula introduces a talented director and a fresh Telugu heroine to the industry. This clean, youthful entertainer, combined with a subtle message, is commendable.
Unlike many modern films that include unnecessary vulgarity, the romantic scenes between the lead pair here remain poetic and tasteful, making them enjoyable for the youth.
Bottom Line:
A clean, thought-provoking youthful entertainer.
Rating: 3/5
