Produced by Niharika Konidela, RaaKaaSaa premiered today across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, opening to a mixed initial response.
Marketed as a fantasy comedy, the film largely banks on Sangeeth Sobhan’s comic timing. The first half is said to be driven mainly by humor, while the second half picks up when the four central characters enter the demon’s fort, adding a slightly more engaging layer to the narrative.
However, the film reportedly lacks originality, with several viewers drawing comparisons to films like Kishkindhapuri and Stree 2. Despite this, it manages to keep audiences mildly engaged with a few entertaining moments and situational comedy.
Premiere talk suggests that Sangeeth’s performance works in parts, and debut director Manasa Sharma shows potential, especially in handling select sequences. The film’s crisp runtime has also been noted as a plus point.
On the downside, a section of the audience feels the movie suffers from a weak script and limited depth. Overall, RaaKaaSaa comes across more like a light-hearted children’s film, with minimal horror elements and a stronger focus on fun towards the latter half. It doesn’t aim for logic or realism but sticks to its core goal—pure entertainment.
Stay tuned for the full review for a more detailed analysis.
Prakash Raj Responds to Funeral Controversy
Versatile actor Prakash Raj has landed in the middle of a social media controversy after attending his mother’s funeral service at a church. The backlash stems from his long-standing stance as an atheist and his past criticism of religious practices, particularly those associated with Sanatana Dharma.
Over the years, Prakash Raj has often voiced strong opinions on religion and has even taken indirect jabs at public figures like Pawan Kalyan when they shared posts related to Hindu beliefs. This history has now led some users online to question what they see as a contradiction—attending a church service while criticizing others for their faith.
Responding to the criticism, Prakash Raj took to Twitter to clarify his stance. He wrote, “Yes. I don’t believe in god .. but my mother believed in her god. Who am I to deny her the right to be buried according to her belief. This is the basic respect we give one another. Will you hate-mongering monsters understand this #justasking.”
His supporters quickly rallied behind him, praising his response and stating that he had strongly addressed the trolls. Some even alleged that politically motivated groups were behind the criticism, accusing them of being intolerant toward differing viewpoints.
However, the debate didn’t end there. A section of users pushed back, arguing that while he respects his mother’s beliefs, he has often mocked the faith and traditions of others. This ongoing exchange has turned the issue into a broader discussion on social media about personal beliefs, mutual respect, and public accountability.