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Pink Villa
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Uppu Kappurambu Review: Keerthy Suresh starrer is entertaining political satire but loses its charm arbitrarily
Keerthy Suresh starrer Uppu Kappurambu is finally here and available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The film, which features Suhas as the co-lead, is a social comedy, helmed by Ani IV Sasi, the son of late Malayalam director IV Sasi. Is the satirical political comedy worth your time? Here's the Pinkvilla review to help you understand it. The Plot Chitti Jayapuram, the fictional village, is populated with unique characters and their own distinct superstitions and practices. Apoorva (Keerthy Suresh) inherits the title of Village Head, following the untimely death of her father. However, she suffers from social anxiety and has no interest in public positions. As luck would have it, as soon as she takes charge, she is met with a rather uncommon dilemma – the village cemetery is running out of burial spots. As she attempts to solve the issue, with the help of the village gravedigger, Chinna (Suhas), while simultaneously tackling the issues raised by two influential, power-hungry individuals, Bheemayya and Madhubabu, forms the crux of the story. The Good Undoubtedly, the hero in Uppu Kappurambu is the film's writer, Vasanth Maringanti. Through his world-building, the writer narrates the story of Chitti Jayapuram with so much authenticity that the audience does not question the characters' eccentricities. Furthermore, the writer also does a fantastic job with characterization, giving each character their unique quirks, which lend them a distinct identity in a densely populated village. The film also comments on several socio-political issues, including misogyny, feminism, communal divide, caste and dynasty politics, patriarchy, and much more. However, it is woven in subtly and does not feel forced into the story. Ani IV Sasi's direction also does its part in bringing the village to life as well. The village, its characters, and situations are all in sync, which is detrimental when working on a political satire. Following the writing and direction, it is necessary to mention the film's editing by Sreejith Sarang. The editor has done a fantastic job, bringing the film together in a cohesive manner. Production and Art Designers Sri Nagendra Tangala, Prasad Penumarty, and Laxmi Tamang also deserve special mention. Their efforts in bringing the fictitious village to life were evident on screen and cannot be overstated. The film's cinematography does precisely what it is supposed to do, nothing more, nothing less. Divakar Mani has done a flawless job, cranking the camera for the film. The same can be said about the film's background score, composed by Sweekar Agasthi. While the music fits in most places, during several portions, it feels out of place, as if it's commanding the audience to feel a certain emotion. The Bad The biggest issue with Ani IV Sasi's Uppu Kappurambu is the film's sound design. The sound design tries too much, and is quite reminiscent of comedies from the '90s and early 2000s. It was too loud, not in terms of audio, but in terms of quality. Furthermore, while the film's writing was the most significant positive aspect, it would be unfair not to mention that towards the climax, the film tends to follow the archetypal endings of similar socio-political films. It is something we have seen before in films like Yogi Babu's Mandela or even the Rajkumar Rao-starrer Newton. There is also a temporary shift in genre from comedy to drama, during which time the film becomes preachy. It is worth noting that these flaws are minuscule in the 2-hour and 16-minute runtime of Uppu Kappurambu. The Performances Coming to the performances in Uppu Kappurambu, the primary name that should be mentioned is Suhas, who portrayed the male lead, Chinna. Chinna is a jovial gravedigger who casually converses with the deceased to alleviate his constant monotony. Additionally, he realizes that his mother does not have much time left to live and struggles to fulfill her last wish. There is so much depth to Chinna's character, so many unfulfilled wishes, wishes that he realizes may never come true. Suhas has portrayed the character brilliantly, bringing the audience to tears in one moment and tickling their funny bones the next. As for Keerthy Suresh, the actress has done justice to the role assigned to her. While it is understood that satires often require a level of eccentricity, her performance at the beginning of the film is too eccentric, to the point that it cringes the audience. However, once the actress eases into the character, around the 30-minute mark, she becomes a delight to watch, with her quirky antics adding depth to the character of Apoorva as well. Babu Mohan and Shatru as Bheemayya and Madhubabu deserve a special mention as well. The duo, who can be considered the 'primary antagonists' in the film, are self-centered, power-hungry rich people who are unable to accept that the village head is a woman and hope to take over the post themselves. Both actors do a good job in their portrayal of rival feudal lords. The other actors in Uppu Karppurambu have also done a terrific job portraying their respective characters. Watch the trailer here The Verdict Uppu Karppurambu is undoubtedly one of the finest political satires to come out in recent times. Despite its flaws, the film stands out for its excellent characters and the subtlety with which it addresses social issues. The film deserves to reach a wider audience, not just for its technical aspects, but for the message it conveys and how it conveys it. Uppu Kappurambu is not only guaranteed to make you laugh out loud, but also to prompt you to think about the numerous socio-political situations we encounter in our daily lives.
New Indian Express
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Ani IV Sasi Interview: I want to make films that give people hope
After making a dreamy slice-of-life film like Ninnila Ninnila, Ani IV Sasi is returning with his sophomore project, Uppu Kappurambu. The wacky satire, starring Keerthy Suresh and Suhas, is all set to premiere on Prime Video on July 4. Ahead of the film's release, the filmmaker spoke to CE about the progress of his latest film, his takeaway from Ninnila Ninnila, major filmmaking influences, and his core intent behind wanting to make films. Excerpts:
India Today
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Keerthy Suresh's Uppu Kappurambu gears up for OTT premiere in July
Actor Keerthy Suresh's upcoming Telugu film titled, 'Uppu Kappurambu' finally has a release date. The film will premiere directly on OTT. On Monday, the makers announced that the coming-of-age satire film will stream on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on June by Ani IV Sasi, 'Uppu Kappurambu' features Keerthy Suresh, Suhas, Babu Mohan, Shatru, and Talluri Rameshwari in prominent roles. The film is produced by Radhika Lavu under the banner of Ellanar Films Pvt Ltd. Shot originally in Telugu, it will also be dubbed in in Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada on the OTT platform.'Uppu Kappurambu' revolves around the fictional village of Chitti Jayapuram, which is grappling with escalating pressures on its burial infrastructure. Although the film talks about a societal issue, it is replete with quirks, wittiness and humorous Director Ani IV Sasi, in a statement, expressed that the film draws from a world he has long wanted to bring to the screen. He gave a sneak peek into the cinematic world and said that the film is set against the backdrop of a rural life in the 90s."It uses satire and humour to explore how ordinary people navigate extraordinary situations with limited means but an unbreakable spirit," he said. The director also expressed the film is "a sincere attempt to blend comedy with meaningful commentary, brought to life by an incredible cast and crew."Director and Head of Originals of Prime Video, Nikhil Madhok, added, "Uppu Kappurambu is a thought-provoking, yet delightfully quirky satire that captures the essence of an authentic rural milieu whilst bringing to the fore an unconventional theme."Keerthy Suresh has established her acting mettle in Tamil and Telugu films. She began her career as a child actor in early 2000. Years later, she went on to win one National Film Award and two Filmfare awards South for her portrayal of Savitri in the biopic 'Mahanati'. She won another Filmfare award for the film 'Dasara'. The actor will be seen in the upcoming films 'Revolver Rita' and 'Kannivedi'.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Keerthy Suresh's 'Uppu Kappurambu' OTT debut date out: When and where to stream Telugu comedy drama
Acclaimed actress Keerthy Suresh is gearing up for the release of her latest Telugu film , Uppu Kappurambu , which is all set to make its digital debut. The film will bypass theatrical release and premiere directly on Amazon Prime Video . The makers officially confirmed on Monday that the film, a satirical coming-of-age drama , will start streaming on July 4 across India and more than 240 countries and regions worldwide. Directed by Ani IV Sasi, the film boasts a vibrant ensemble cast including Keerthy Suresh, Suhas, Babu Mohan, Shatru, and Talluri Rameshwari, all of whom play pivotal roles. The production is helmed by Radhika Lavu under the banner of Ellanar Films Pvt. Ltd. Though the film has been shot originally in Telugu, it will also be accessible to wider audiences through dubbed versions in Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada on the streaming platform. Set in the fictional hamlet of Chitti Jayapuram, Uppu Kappurambu humorously explores a bizarre problem—the village's struggle with a growing crisis related to burial space. Despite addressing a pressing social issue, the film is layered with eccentric characters, sharp wit, and comic relief, creating a narrative that balances entertainment with reflection. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Live Comfortably: 60 m² Prefab Bungalow for Seniors in Kafr Abazah Pre Fabricated Homes | Search Ads Search Now Undo Filmmaker Ani IV Sasi shared insights into the inspiration behind the story, explaining that the plot is rooted in a world he had long envisioned bringing to life on screen. He revealed that the story is set during the 1990s and offers an authentic glimpse into rural life of the time. According to Sasi, the film cleverly employs satire to shed light on how common people confront extraordinary obstacles with limited resources and unwavering resilience. He also noted that the movie is a heartfelt effort to intertwine meaningful storytelling with humor, realized through the dedication of an exceptional cast and crew. Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals at Prime Video India, described the film as a unique blend of thought-provoking storytelling and eccentric charm. He emphasized that Uppu Kappurambu captures the spirit of village life while bringing attention to an unconventional subject through a lighthearted lens. Keerthy Suresh, who started her acting journey as a child artist in the early 2000s, has built a strong career in both Tamil and Telugu cinema. Her critically acclaimed portrayal of legendary actress Savitri in the biopic Mahanati earned her a National Film Award and two Filmfare South Awards. She also received another Filmfare honor for her performance in Dasara. Keerthy is currently working on her next projects, Revolver Rita and Kannivedi.
