Nithiin’s latest cinematic venture, “Extra Ordinary Man,” has garnered attention with its intriguing promotional content and is now making waves on the big screen globally. Join us as we delve into our comprehensive review to uncover the film’s highs and lows.
Plot Overview:
“Extra Ordinary Man” follows the journey of Abhinay (played by Nithiin), a junior artist yearning for stardom. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Likitha (Sreeleela), a wealthy woman, and ascends to the position of CEO in her company. As Abhinay’s dream of becoming a hero materializes, unforeseen challenges force him to navigate a different path. The film explores Abhinay’s transformation and the intriguing events that lead him to an unexpected role as Satan.
Positives:
In a refreshing departure, Nithiin embraces a role that showcases his comedic prowess after a considerable hiatus. Credit goes to Vakkantham Vamsi for recognizing Nithiin’s potential and sculpting a well-defined character that allows his comedic timing and entertaining antics to shine through.
Rao Ramesh, perfectly cast in a role tailored to his strengths, delivers standout moments, particularly in scenes shared with Nithiin, contributing to the film’s delightful comedic elements.
Rajashekar’s commendable performance in a limited role, along with the significant contributions of Brahmaji and Hyper Adhi, add layers of humor to the overall narrative.
Negatives:
Despite a lack of a compelling storyline, “Extra Ordinary Man” relies heavily on its screenplay. Vamsi’s emphasis on characterizations over a robust script results in a film heavily dependent on comedy.
While the story may appear strong on paper, on-screen execution falls short, with illogical scenes cleverly masked by humor and trendy dialogues.
Sreeleela’s role, seemingly chosen more for her aesthetics and dancing skills than for substantial character development, adds little to her career.
Sudev Nair’s portrayal of the villain Nero fails to leave an impression, highlighting a missed opportunity for better casting.
The film’s overall flow is hindered by songs, with only a couple proving tolerable. The rest act as stumbling blocks to the narrative’s progression.
Technical Aspects:
Vamsi’s prowess as a writer shines to some extent, but a more focused script, especially in the second half, could have elevated the film. The comedy scenes and an adequate screenplay prevent it from being a complete failure.
Harris Jayaraj delivers a decent score, but the musical magic doesn’t quite extend to the songs. Cinematographers Arthur A. Wilson, Yuvraj J, and Sai Sriram perform admirably. While the editing could have been more refined in the second half, the production values stand out positively.
Verdict:
“Extra Ordinary Man” is a partially engaging comedy drama with commendable performances from Nithiin and Rao Ramesh. The film provides comic relief, but falters with a simplistic story, unengaging scenes, and a less compelling second-half screenplay. If you’re willing to overlook these aspects, it might be worth a watch this weekend.