Women-focused content is rare in Telugu, and “Constable Kanakam” is one such series. Featuring Varsha Bollamma in the lead role, it made headlines before release due to a copyright dispute. The six-episode series premiered today (August 14) on ETV Win, and viewers are eager to see how well it connects with the audience.
Constable Kanakam Movie Story: Kanakamahalakshmi (Varsha Bollamma) joins duty as the only lady constable at the lone police station in Repalle, a village in Srikakulam district. Soon, she learns that girls in the village mysteriously disappear every full moon. When Chandrika (Megha Lekha) goes missing, Kanakamahalakshmi starts investigating, uncovering shocking truths. The series “Constable Kanakam” reveals what really happens, who’s behind it, and the challenges she faces.
Performances: Varsha Bollamma shines as Kanakamahalakshmi, portraying innocence, helplessness, and courage naturally. Supporting roles by Rajeev Kanakala, Ramana Bhargav, and Prem Sagar work well, while Avasarala Srinivas’s unique performance is a highlight.
Technical Aspects: Suresh Bobbili’s background music is excellent, enhancing emotions and twists, even lifting some weak scenes. Sriram’s cinematography is decent, though repeated shots feel boring. The production, art, and costumes are well managed.
Director Prashanth’s core story is good, but the narrative lacks engagement in the first three episodes, especially with too many characters that feel unnecessary later. Transformations in Avasarala Srinivas’s and Varsha Bollamma’s roles in episode six stand out. Overall, Prashanth delivers a mixed but watchable series.
Analysis: Anticipation is key for web thrillers, but ‘Constable Kanakam’ falls short, making it a simple series with few engaging moments. It mainly shines through the performances and the final two episodes. The lead is decent, hinting at a potential second season. Whether the first season’s flaws will be fixed in the next remains to be seen.
Verdict: ‘Constable Kanakam’ is a simple series with limited engaging moments. Performances and the final two episodes stand out, giving it some impact. The lead role shows promise, leaving hope that the second season may improve on earlier flaws.
Bottom Line: Simple series with strong performances.
Rating: 2/5
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