Family Star movie review

Family Star movie review:

Summary:

Liked the first half of Family Star. Definitely good and entertaining.

2nd half is decent. Movie entertains overall, even though it has its flaws. Both Vijay and Mrunal have done well. Definitely worth a watch for timepass entertainment or if you are a Vijay or Mrunal fan. Just don't expect too much logic from a Parasuram (director/writer) film.

Overall: 6.75 to 7/10.

Details (no spoilers)

Positives:

1. Good to little better than good acting by Vijay. Does a good job of showcasing both caring aspect and the crazy aspect of being The Family Star.

2. Pretty good acting by Mrunal in a new kind of role for her. Also her screen presence and looks in the movie!!

First time she's done an out and out commercial movie and role in a movie in Hindi/Telugu. Another layered and substantial role here in a Telugu film. But obviously not comparable to the phenomenal roles in Sita Ramam and Hi Nanna.

3. The comedy parts (don't use too much brain type) - work well. The dosa part was my favorite.

4. Music/songs are good, though not great.

5. Chemistry between Mrunal and Vijay is good (but yes, could have had more some more scenes with banter/comedy/closeness for sure)

6. Grandma played by veteran actress Rohini Hattangadi has done well and very likeable.

7. Rest of support cast have done a fairly good job.

Shortcomings/negatives:

1. The story has little more drama in the 2nd half than required and little bit of drag. Could have had more comedy than drama since comedy is director/writer Parasuram's strength (see Geetha Govindam also) or could have cut a couple of incidents to reduce the drag.

2. Some part of writing is definitely outdated stuff. Drama is not Parasuram's forte for sure.

3. A good chunk of illogical parts can be put aside as this is that kind of movie, but movie doesn't close the loop on an important thing. (no spoilers, so not revealing what)

4. A couple of actors could definitely should been used better.