Boyfriend For Hire: A Film Review
Cast:
- Viswant
- Malavika Satheesan
- Pooja Ramachandran
- Harshavardhan
- Others
Crew:
- Director: Santosh Kambhampati
- Producers: K Niranjan Reddy, Venu Madhav Peddi
- Music Director: Gopi Sundhar
- Cinematography: Bala Saraswathi
- Editor: Vijay Vardhan K
Overview:
Young actor Viswant, known for his roles in “Kerintha” and “Manamantha,” stars in the new film “Boyfriend For Hire,” directed by Santosh Kambhampati. The movie, which targets a youthful audience, has just been released. Let’s delve into how it fares.
Story:
Arjun (Viswant) offers his services as a hireable boyfriend, going on dates with various girls. Natasha (Pooja Ramachandran), charmed by Arjun’s looks and demeanor, hires him for a night but is surprised when Arjun stops her advances, revealing he is a virgin who won’t cross certain lines. The story unfolds to explain Arjun’s motivations and the significance of Divya (Malavika) in his life.
Strengths:
One of the film’s highlights is the chemistry between the lead pair, Viswant and Malavika, who share a compelling on-screen presence essential for a romantic comedy. Their love story is portrayed satisfactorily.
Viswant demonstrates significant growth as an actor, appearing comfortable and stylish in his role. Malavika delivers a strong performance, adding emotional depth to her character. The first half of the film is brisk and engaging, with well-crafted dialogues and decent comedy, particularly in the final scenes involving Sudharshan.
Weaknesses:
A major flaw lies in the unclear characterization of the protagonist. While the film attempts to present a conventional story with a modern twist, it falls short. The second half of the movie drags on unnecessarily, with superfluous scenes that make it feel longer than needed. Additionally, Harshavardhan’s talent is underutilized due to limited screen time. Viewers expecting bold content based on the title might be somewhat disappointed.
Technical Aspects:
Gopi Sundar’s background score is adequate, with a few songs standing out on screen. Bala Saraswathi’s cinematography is visually pleasing, but the editing could have been tighter to improve the film’s pacing. The production values are impressive. Director Santosh Kambhampati’s effort to modernize an old storyline is commendable, but the execution falls short, particularly in the portrayal of the main character.
Conclusion:
“Boyfriend For Hire” is a romantic comedy that succeeds in parts. While it has moments of strong drama and emotion, the film’s second half loses momentum and fails to fully engage. If you can overlook these issues, it might be worth a watch this weekend.