Jalsa Review..............Its Good

Pawan Kalyan’s Jalsa opened to huge crowds on 2nd April 2008. Labeled as the most awaited movie of the season it is no surprise that Jalsa was surrounded by immense hype and hoopla.

Did live up to the expectations? Well, the question can only be answered after a few days when the hype gets settled down and the normal cinegoers start hitting the theatres.

For now, the film has generated divided talk all over especially in the mass centers. However, this can't be the deciding factor for the fate of the film as this film is a truly class act… directed at families and youth audience. Of course the title itself suggests what the film will offer and yes, you can do Jalsa in the theatres as the film entertains you all the way.

Other than a few glitches in the screenplay Jalsa does what it is intended to do. The main drawback of the film is raising the naxalism topic and also canning a few scenes on that point. Though the idea is good it does not fit into the mood of the film. Although the entire episode lasts hardly for 15 minutes it has shown impact on the film heavily. Especially, with that episode the jovial and fun loving protagonist Sanjay Sahu's characterization dropped down and in turn has left many loopholes in the script.

Music is lilting to the ears and the picturization stands out in U & I, Karo Karo Jalsa songs. Action part is another plus point. None of the fights last long, but they had the necessary “Power” punch!
Pawan Kalyan is at his best in Sanjay Sahu's role. He did marvelous job in playing the role tailor made for him. His antics and mannerisms will be a treat to his fans, and they will feel that Khushi days are back. Ileana is cute. Parwati Melton is ok. Mukesh Rushi is terrific as the antagonist. Prakash Raj does his usual self. Furthermore, the ever green comedian Brahmanandam has another feather in his cap as hilarious Pranav! Sunil too tickles your funny bone.
Not to forget the Superstar Mahesh who lent his voice for this film and his work is as sweet as Jalsa. He has to be commended.

Trivikram once again proves that he is the “dialogs guru” of Tollywood. He did a splendid job as a writer. His direction skills are good too but have to concentrate on screenplay writing.

On a whole Jalsa is a cool entertainer in this hot summer. Leave your brains at home and enjoy the fun ride. Mind you, this film is only meant for class movie lovers. Jalsa doesn’t have the necessary masala for routine mass film lovers.