Child actor Deepak Saroj has now turned into a full-time hero with the film Siddharth Roy. The film has been released today and let’s review the film to know whether it is worth the hype or not.
Siddharth Roy Story: Siddharth Roy (Deepak Saroj) views existence through the lens of logic and primal necessities like sustenance, rest, and companionship. Yet, his emotionally detached outlook undergoes a seismic shift when he develops feelings for Indumathi (Tanvi Negi), whose convictions diverge sharply from his own. As Indu abruptly exits his life, the enigma surrounding her departure leaves Siddharth grappling with unanswered questions. What did he do to overcome all the obstacles? is the basic story.
Performances: Tanvi Negi delivered a commendable performance as Indu, effortlessly embodying glamour and confidence, particularly in daring scenes. The chemistry shared between Deepak and Tanvi was sufficient, adding depth to their on-screen dynamic. Nandini Reddy portrayed her role as Deepak’s relative with decency, while Anand Bharathi and Kalyani Natarajan truly shined as Deepak’s parents, bringing authenticity to their characters. Mathew Verghese’s depiction of a cop and psychologist was satisfactory, contributing to the overall narrative.
Technical Aspects: Shyam K Naidu’s cinematography skillfully showcased the picturesque locales of Vizag and other settings, adding visual richness to the film. Radhan’s musical compositions, while satisfactory, included a couple of poignant songs that resonated with the audience. Additionally, his background score lent emotional depth to key moments. However, Prawin Pudi’s editing could have been more succinct, as certain scenes lingered, affecting the pacing of the film
Analysis: The film’s objective was to portray the protagonist’s evolution from a rational, unfeeling mindset to one driven by emotions. However, in the first half, the protagonist’s portrayal predominantly relied on a singular expression, which failed to captivate viewers and effectively communicate the intended transformation.
Although the story showed potential in its conceptualization, its on-screen presentation suffers from an overemphasis on the hero’s character development. The screenplay often loses direction, feeling forced and repetitive at various points.
Director Yashaswi, the story’s creator, displayed optimism regarding the film’s commercial viability. Nevertheless, the film seemed heavily influenced by the cult classic “Arjun Reddy,” with characters depicted in a parallel manner. While the protagonist echoed shades of Arjun Reddy, the intensity failed to reach comparable heights.
In the latter part of the film, he delivered impactful dialogues; however, initially, his character’s logical demeanor constrained his emotional range. Yet, his portrayal bore a striking resemblance to protagonists seen in Sandeep Vanga’s works, lacking in diversity.
Verdict: Overall, Siddharth Roy is heavily influenced by Arjun Reddy but lacks the intensity. Debutante Deepak Saroj does well as the main lead but the overdose of bold scenes and dialogues may not go well with many and end this film as a lackluster watch.
Bottom Line – Tries too hard to impress
Rating: 2/5
