Starring: Suhas, Malavika Manoj, Anita hassanandani, Ali, Ravinder Vijay, Babloo Prithiveeraj, Prabhas Sreenu, Raghu Karumanchi, Moin, Sathvik Anand, Nayani Pavani,etc.,
Writer and Director : Ram Godhala
Banners : V ARTS
Producers : Harish Nalla
Cinematographer : S Manikandan
Music Director : Radhan
Release Date: July 11, 2025
Oh Bhama Ayyo Rama: Dragged to no extent (2/5)
Telugu romantic comedy “Oh Bhama Ayyo Rama”, featuring Suhas and introducing Maalavika Manoj (in her Tollywood debut), has made its way to theaters on July 11,2025. With decent pre-release buzz and an intriguing title, let’s dive into how the film holds up on the big screens. Let’s Review it.
Synopsis:
Ram (Suhas) is someone who absolutely detests movies. His routine life takes a surprising turn when Satyabhama (Maalavika Manoj), a wealthy yet down-to-earth and playful young woman, unexpectedly enters his world. Her vibrant presence begins to change Ram’s perspective, and before long, the two fall deeply in love.
Just as their relationship seems to be heading toward a happy ending, Satyabhama throws an unusual condition at Ram one he cannot refuse. What is this peculiar demand? What’s the story behind it? Who is Satyabhama, really? Is there a deeper, hidden bond between the two from the past? The rest of the film unravels these mysteries, revealing the truth about their connection.
Performances:
Maalavika Manoj makes a respectable debut in Telugu cinema. She carries a natural charm on screen, and her expressions—particularly in emotional and romantic moments with Suhas—feel genuine and effective.
A few comedic scenes featuring Sathvik and the female lead land well and provide occasional laughs. Suhas delivers a decent, albeit unremarkable, performance. The supporting cast is adequate, fulfilling their roles without making a lasting impression.
 Analysis:
While the storyline has potential, it ends up being the film’s biggest weakness. The dull and un engaging screenplay makes it difficult for viewers to stay invested in the proceedings. The emotional depth in the film falls flat. Although a few individual scenes show promise, the exhausting build-up leading to them tests the viewer’s patience, offering little in terms of emotional reward or impactful moments.
The film also struggles with a highly predictable narrative, repetitive sequences, and a noticeable lack of forward momentum. The screenplay fails to deliver engaging peaks, making it hard to stay connected, while the slow pace only amplifies the disconnect.
The first half, in retrospect, feels relatively bearable—mainly because the second half drags on with a meandering and uninspired progression. Even with a conventional plot, a film can succeed when it balances romance, emotion, and humor effectively. Sadly, this one misses the mark on all fronts, with its sluggish pacing persisting from start to finish.
Suhas’ talent feels underutilized in this film. His on-screen chemistry with the heroine lacks spark, his interactions with friends come off as superficial, and the flashback portions are neither impactful nor well-executed.
The songs don’t stand out either, and their placement feels more like an interruption than an enhancement to the story. Supporting characters, including Ali and Babloo Prithviraj, make brief appearances but fail to leave any lasting impact.
Technical Department:
Director Ramu Godhala falls short of delivering an engaging experience, even though the core idea had the potential for a charming romantic entertainer. The film suffers from a lack of originality in both narration and screenplay, which ultimately dulls the overall impact.
Manikandan’s cinematography works in bits and pieces, capturing a few moments well but lacking consistency. Radhan’s music is serviceable, though none of the songs manage to leave a lasting impression. Editing by Bhavin M Shah is underwhelming the film drags noticeably, and even cutting down 30 minutes might not have improved the pacing significantly. Overall, the production values are modest and don’t elevate the film in any notable way.
Verdict:
All in all, Oh Bhama Ayyo Rama turns out to be a tedious and forgettable watch. While Maalavika Manoj shows glimpses of potential in her debut and a few light moments manage to land, the film is ultimately weighed down by a lifeless screenplay, weak emotional depth, and outdated storytelling. The narrative lacks spark, the writing feels uninspired, and Suhas seems miscast in a role that doesn’t suit him. The second half, in particular, drags endlessly with no satisfying resolution. To conclude, Oh Bhama Ayyo Rama is an unremarkable and exhausting take on romance which can be best avoided.Â
