The Background
Kiran Abbavaram, the rising young actor making steady strides as a successful hero, has produced a small yet ambitious film titled Thimmarajupalli TV, featuring an entirely new cast of fresh faces.
The Story
Set against the backdrop of the Shivaratri festival, the villagers of Thimmarajupalli bring in a television for a day to enjoy movies together. Rajappa buys a TV with a dish connection, earning fame among the villagers, but his growing popularity sparks jealousy from Ramachandra, the village head. Meanwhile, Satish (Sai Tej), a petty thief who survives on odd jobs, falls in love with Rajappa’s sister Sarada (Veda Jalandhar). Chaos erupts when Satish is accused of stealing the TV, and the film follows his struggle to prove his innocence.
The Good
Writer-director V. Muniraju captures the authenticity of the 1990s village dialect and atmosphere. Casting newcomers adds freshness and realism to the narrative. The second half delivers some engaging, emotional, and suspenseful moments, with a climax that offers a relatable twist. Music and visuals complement the storytelling, enhancing the film’s rural flavor.
The Bad
The first half hour feels slow, with little happening beyond character introductions. The love track, though it tries to gain emotional weight later, fails to do so, as it was handled in a very basic manner initially.
The Worse
Some emotional scenes slip into melodrama, while a few sequences feel repetitive in the latter half. Despite its honest intent, the film lacks the unique spark or lasting impact that strong village dramas usually carry.
Screentime
The film drags in places, especially in the first half, leaving viewers with moments where attention easily shifts to their mobile phones.
Takeaway
The film’s strengths lie in its noble intentions, natural performances from newcomers, and a decent second half with a neat climax.
Bottom Line
Thimmarajupalli TV is sincere in its effort but misses the “X factor” needed to stand out.
Rating: 2.25/5
