Single Movie Review: A Fun but Flawed Entertainer
After experimenting with unconventional storylines in Om Bheem Bush and SWAG, Sree Vishnu returns to familiar territory with #Single, a film that aims squarely at delivering light-hearted entertainment. With a trailer packed with one-liners and a strong comic presence from Vennela Kishore, expectations were set for a fun theatrical ride. Does the film live up to its promise? Let’s find out.
Plot Overview
Vijay (Sree Vishnu), a bank employee and hopeless romantic, is desperate to break his singlehood. His friend Aravind (Vennela Kishore) is his constant wingman. Vijay sets his sights on Purva (Ketika Sharma) after a chance encounter in the Hyderabad metro and begins pursuing her. Meanwhile, another woman, Harini (Ivana), a regular at his bank, also tries to win his heart. What follows is a series of comic misadventures as Vijay navigates between love interests and his own insecurities.
Performances
Sree Vishnu is in top form, effortlessly blending his trademark wit with impeccable timing. He carries the film with ease, and his chemistry with Vennela Kishore is the movie’s strongest pillar. The duo generates several laugh-out-loud moments, making their camaraderie the film’s highlight.
Ketika Sharma fits well into her role, though her character offers limited scope. Ivana adds freshness with her Gen Z portrayal, bringing energy and charm. VTV Ganesh, as the quirky bank manager, earns a few laughs with his signature style. Veteran actor Rajendra Prasad makes a brief appearance, adding value despite limited screen time.
Technical Aspects
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Cinematography (Velraj): Captures Hyderabad’s urban vibe well; the choice of real locations over VFX enhances authenticity.
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Editing (Praveen K. L): Maintains a smooth narrative pace, although a tighter second half could’ve helped.
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Music (Vishal Chandrashekar): A functional score, with 2–3 decent tracks. However, the film lacks a chart-topping song that could have boosted its recall value.
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Direction (Caarthick Raju): The former VFX supervisor manages the simple narrative with clarity and control. While the story is basic, the screenplay is clean and avoids unnecessary digressions.
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Dialogues (Bhanu Bhogavarapu & Nandu Savirigana): Arguably the film’s biggest strength, the writing is crisp, punchy, and loaded with humorous references — many of which land effectively.
Strengths
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Strong comic timing from Sree Vishnu and Vennela Kishore
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Well-written one-liners and humor-driven dialogues
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Light narrative that doesn’t take itself too seriously
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Realistic setting and clean entertainment
Weaknesses
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Predictable, linear storyline
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Music lacks impact; no standout tracks
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Female characters lack depth and chemistry feels underwhelming
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Climax feels rushed; limited emotional engagement
Final Verdict
#Single positions itself as a laid-back, comedy-first film, and for the most part, it delivers on that front. With consistent humor, engaging performances, and a breezy tone, it makes for a good time-pass watch, especially for fans of Sree Vishnu’s brand of comedy. However, a lack of narrative depth and underdeveloped supporting arcs make it feel more like a string of sketches than a cohesive romantic comedy.
Despite its flaws, the film succeeds in its primary mission — to entertain. And with a surprise cameo and a sequel tease (Single 2), it’s clear the makers are building toward a lighthearted franchise.
Bottom Line:
A laughter-led, no-frills entertainer that works best if you’re in the mood for easygoing comedy.
