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Sankranthiki Vasthunnam, the last big release of this Sankranthi, marks the third collaboration between Venkatesh and Anil Ravipudi. Amid sky-high expectations, the film has hit the screens today. Does it live up to the buzz? Read our review to find out.

Story:

Famous tech entrepreneur Satya Akella (Avasarala Srinivas) returns to Telangana, India, from the United States, only to be kidnapped upon his arrival. Chief Minister Keshava (Naresh) assigns police officer Meenakshi (Meenakshi Chaudhary) to lead the rescue mission. To tackle this high-stakes situation, Meenakshi enlists the help of her ex-boyfriend and former cop, Yadagiri Damodhar Raju (Venkatesh). Raju, however, has left his action-packed life behind and now enjoys a peaceful life in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, with his wife, Bhagyalakshmi (Aishwarya Rajesh), and their family. Determined, Meenakshi travels to Rajahmundry to convince Raju to join the operation. Will she succeed in getting him on the mission? Why was Satya kidnapped? Who is behind the crime? And how does Raju handle the operation? Find out the answers on the big screen.

Plus Points:

As one of the dialogues in the movie says, whenever Venky comes with a family entertainer, it’s bound to be a hit—and Sankranthiki Vasthunnam proves it yet again. Playing a loving family man, a caring husband to an innocent wife, and an ex-lover to a smart cop, Venky delivers a flawless performance. His comedic timing, emotional depth, and engaging dialogues are a treat.

Aishwarya Rajesh shines in a lively role that feels fresh for her in Tollywood. Her character reflects the lives of many married women, making her performance relatable.