“Double Ismart” is a crucial film for Ram Pothineni, following the disappointment of “Liger” and “Skanda”. As the sequel to “Ismart Shankar”, it has generated significant buzz. The movie’s promos have been well-received, thanks to Mani Sharma’s captivating music and Kavya Thapar’s glamorous performance.
The story revolves around Big Bull (Sanjay Dutt), who seeks to transfer his brain into iSmart Shankar’s (Ram) body to achieve immortality. The film is an intense battle between the two leads.
Ram delivers a solid performance, bringing his signature energy to the screen. Kavya Thapar adds a touch of glamour, and Sanjay Dutt makes a strong impression in his second Telugu film. The supporting cast, including Jhansi and Getup Srinu, deliver decent performances.
Mani Sharma’s music is a highlight, with every song being a hit. However, the production design seems to have been compromised, given the budget constraints. Puri Jagannadh’s trademark dialogues work their magic, but the execution falls short in some areas.
While “Double Ismart” fills the gap for a true commercial film, it doesn’t quite live up to the hype. Ram’s energy, Kavya Thapar’s beauty, and Mani Sharma’s music make it an entertaining watch, but the film’s flaws, including a poorly developed villain and awkward dubbing, hold it back. Overall, it’s a decent film that will appeal to the mass audience, but it falls short of being a classic.
