Kushi Review: Vijay Deverakonda & Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s chemistry infuses life into this feel-good love story

Film:
Kushi

Kushi Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes

Director: Shiva Nirvana

Starcast: Vijay Deverakonda, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Sachin Khedekar, Saranya Ponvannan, Murali Sharma & Lakshmi

Platform: Theatres

Kushi Review

Sirf Pyaar Kaafi Hai! That’s what Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s feel-good love story Kushi is all about. It does talk about a bigger issue also but without being too preachy about it. Written and directed by Shiva Nirvana, Kushi sets hearts aflutter and celebrates ‘love’. It gives us a glimpse of a sweet romantic story and how love wins when two different worlds collide. The pan-India film hit the theatres this morning in five languages – Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam.

Watch the trailer while reading Kushi Review:

Storyline

Viplav (Vijay Deverakonda), an employee in BSNL falls in love with Aradhya (Samantha Ruth Prabhu) – a corporate professional – while they are in Kashmir. Mumbai-based Viplav convinces Aradhya to marry him and convince her family in Pune. However, much to their misery, the couples’ fathers are arch-enemies, because one believes in science and logic and the other in god and religion. While Aaradhya’s father, Chandrangam Srinivasa Rao (Murali Sharma) believes in the Almighty, Viplav’s father, Lenin Sathya (Sachin Khedekar), is an atheist and terms faith in God as rubbish. He is a man of reason and feels that what the other man has is nothing but blind faith.

But Viplav and Aradhya – madly in love – opt for a court marriage, going against the will of their fathers. However, the couple soon faces relationship problems due to insecurities, jealousy and a clash of mindsets. What makes their relationship stronger than ever and brings ‘Kushi’ into their married life is the crux of this romantic drama. And oh, that Arjun Reddy reference scene just takes the cake.

Performances

Vijay and Samantha spread the magic of their romance beautifully in Kushi. Their chemistry is bang on in this one. The duo represents modern-day couples with much realism and reliability. Kudos to Sachin Khedekar and Murali Sharma for portraying two completely contrasting characters with pure honesty. The entire supporting cast including Saranya Ponvannan, Lakshmi, Vennela Kishore and Rohini add a humourous punch to the romantic film.

Technical Aspect

Shiva Nirvana has done a decent job with his writing and direction. The storyline, however, feels a little dragged at some points. Murali G’s cinematography is praise-worthy. The way he has shot all locations, including the beautiful Kashmir, is commendable. Prawin Pudi’s editing could have been much crispier. Hesham Abdul Wahab’s music is soulful and a treat to our ears.

What’s great about the Shiva Nirvana-directed Kushi

Vijay & Samantha’s impeccable chemistry: What makes Kushi a sweet watch is Vijay and Samantha’s impeccable chemistry. Not only does it feel extremely effortless but also very real. The on-screen couple makes sure to make everyone go ‘aww’ with their romance.

Love vs. Faith: The story is based on the angle of love vs. faith in God and well, the makers have done a good job in portraying the message of ‘love is enough’. The film teaches us to have faith in our love and how everything eventually falls into place if you are with the right partner.

Drawback

Dragged Storyline: At some points, the storyline feels dragged. Sure it keeps us entertained but it also feels just too stretched in some particular scenes. Kushi could have been a much crispier film – making it even more delightful for the audiences.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a feel-good romantic film this weekend, then Kushi is the right film for you. Vijay and Samantha are sure to leave you impressed with their smooth chemistry and fairytale-like love story.