Verdict: M.R.P offers a few genuinely funny chaotic moments and strong support from its comedians, but the energy dips often enough to keep it from becoming a consistent entertainer. It works as a light, one-time watch for those who enjoy simple Telugu comedies.
Pros:
Sudarshan, Vennela Kishore and Harsha Vardhan bring sharp comic timing and make several scenes genuinely enjoyable in theatres.
The basic idea of three friends getting into deeper trouble with their half-baked plans creates some hilarious situations.
Early audience reactions show people laughing out loud at the over-the-top moments and enjoying the mad energy on screen.
Cons:
The film struggles to maintain momentum throughout and some stretches feel slower or familiar.
Opening day turnout has been modest, suggesting it has not yet created strong word-of-mouth beyond core comedy fans.
M.R.P (Neekentha Naakentha) landed in theatres on 17 July with modest expectations. It is a small-budget Telugu comedy that revolves around three struggling roommates who borrow money from a gangster to start their own business. Predictably, everything goes wrong and they land in a messy ransom situation filled with blunders, chases and desperate attempts to fix things. The story stays simple and does not try to be anything more than a crazy ride.
Naresh Agastya plays the central character, while Donal Bisht makes her Telugu debut as the female lead. The film leans heavily on its supporting cast of comedians to carry the laughs. From what people are sharing on social media right after watching, the response has been decent in the theatres where it is running.
Viewers have particularly liked certain sequences that had the audience laughing and reacting loudly. The chaotic energy and some well-timed comedy scenes seem to be working for those who went in expecting a fun, mindless outing. At the same time, the opening day numbers stayed low, which usually points to limited buzz and mixed word-of-mouth in the first couple of days. The real strength here comes from the supporting actors. Sudarshan and the other comedians manage to lift several scenes with their natural timing and easy chemistry.
When the film lets them loose, the madness feels infectious and you find yourself smiling along. The music also adds some youthful energy in places. However, the film does not always know when to stop or how to keep the pace steady. A few stretches drag, and the central conflict starts feeling repetitive after a point. It never really surprises you with anything fresh, which makes the experience feel average rather than memorable.
If you enjoy Telugu comedies that rely on crazy situations and veteran comedians stealing the show, M.R.P can still give you a few good laughs in a theatre setting. It is not something that demands to be watched on the big screen, but it works fine as a relaxed weekend choice with friends. For everyone else, it might be safer to wait for it to arrive on streaming platforms later.
Disclaimer: This review is based on publicly available audience reactions and discussions on X at the time of writing. Individual opinions may vary.
