Telugu Cinema has come a long way. We have had thousands of flicks since its inception. But only a few will stand out. MANAM is surely one of these flicks that will stand out and celebrated for generations to come. Here's why
1. It was the last time we get saw the legend on the big screen
The legendary actor the world of cinema celebrated will be the first of many reasons why this flick will be celebrated for years to come. Here is a small incident from one of the theaters. 'We were half way to the drink stalls out and we could see women in their mid 40s and 50s wiping their tears.'
2. The magic of Three Generations on a single screen
Manam might be the only film in the Telugu Industry so far, with the lead actors from three different generations. It was an eye feast to see the most loved family in the Industry on a single screen and doing what they do best. MAGIC.
3. A path breaking yet beautiful Story line
What comes next is the story. You can't imagine the legandary ANR who broke many stereotypes in his journey of cinema, to act in a formulaic family flick for his last work in the world of cinema. Yes, this innovative yet beautiful story line just made the movie a fitting tribute to the legend.
4. Bittu
With all due respect to the legend ANR, we can't help but say Bittu stole the show. The king was at his magical best as Bittu. Every scene between Bittu and Amma will just bring a wide smile on your face. This was a once in a life time role and the King owned it every bit.
5. The Music
So heavenly was the music in this flick, that very often its music spoke the frame for you. Every song is a chart buster and a listener's favorite. Anup Rubens made sure the magic on the frame was complete with his music.
6. The characters
Sweet, lovely, Beautiful, Magical, Epic... We are out of words!!! Please help us in describing the characters of this epic flick. Bittu might have stolen the show, but every character was truly magical. Lucky would be an understatement for Shriya and Samantha who got to portray such lovely characters.
7. A surprise cameo from the Next-Big-Thing of Tollywood
This little cameo was followed with showers from various biggies of the Industry. The Superstar himself took it to twitter to shower praises on this cameo from the Next-Big-Thing of the Industry.
8. The Captain of the Ship and his crew
This epic flick wouldn't have seen the light of the day if for not Vikram Kumar's sheer talent to pen a wonderful innovative yet beautiful story line. It didn't end there. He convinced the Akkineni family to make this bold attempt and gifted the audience of tollywood a magical flick. Special Mention for P.S Vinod for capturing and making every frame look magnificent. The crew fell no where short of the captain as they did their best to make this flick a fitting tribute to the legend.
