Beauty, directed by Vijay Kumar Vaddi, hit the screens with an interesting premise of a beauty pageant with a twist. With Payal Shetty, Shiv Ram, Mahesh and Varun, the movie promised a mix of glamour and suspense. But Beauty fails to cash in on its potential and ends up as a disappointing watch.
The story is about Anjali (Payal Shetty), a contestant in a beauty pageant with dark secrets. The narrative tries to weave a suspenseful story with the pageant as the backdrop for all the mysterious happenings and twists. The concept is fresh and interesting, but the execution fails, leaving the audience with a fragmented and unsatisfying plot.
Payal Shetty shines as Anjali; she gives a sincere performance, which is one of the highlights of the film. Her effort brings some emotional depth to the story despite the weak script. Supporting actors Shiv Ram, Mahesh and Varun are adequate, but their characters are not developed, so they don’t have much impact. The review says the cast does what they can with the material, but the weak writing holds them back.
Director Vijay Kumar Vaddi, who also wrote the screenplay, struggles to maintain a tone. The film oscillates between drama and thriller without committing to either, so the narrative is disjointed. Several subplots are introduced but left unresolved, making the suspense predictable. A tighter script and sharper direction could have made Beauty a thriller.
Technically, the film has some plus points. The cinematography captures the glamour of the beauty pageant well, and the shots are visually appealing. But the editing is uneven, the pacing is off and the scenes drag. The background score is okay, but doesn’t elevate the tension in the crucial moments. The production values are decent for a mid budget film, but these can’t save the film.
Beauty has some good points, like Payal Shetty’s performance and the premise. But its weaknesses – weak screenplay, underdeveloped characters and inconsistent pacing – overshadows the potential. It’s a missed opportunity. Fans of Telugu thrillers or those who are interested in the pageant setting may find some interesting moments, but the film fails to meet expectations.
If you are looking for a thriller that’s gripping and well made, Beauty will disappoint. It’s a reminder that even the best of ideas need good writing to work. Watch with low expectations, enjoy Payal Shetty and the visuals and prepare for a weak story.