Maharshi movie review: The Mahesh Babu movie is bankrolled by Dil Raju, Ashwini Dutt and Prasad V Potluri.
Mahesh Babu film Maharshi has finally hit screens. Directed by Vamshi Paidipally of Oopiri fame, the film also stars Pooja Hegde, Allari Naresh, Jagapathi Babu and Prakash Raj among others.
Mahesh has been all praises for Vamshi. “Vamshi has a lot of clarity. He directed the film exactly how he narrated the story to me. While directing, he communicated everything clearly to actors about what he expects out of a scene. So, I think he did a fantastic job. He and his team will be the first to receive compliments after the film’s release,” the actor said.
Maharshi is the story of Rishi (played by Mahesh Babu) who doesn’t like to fail. He fears failure. In the film, Mahesh will be seen as a student, businessman and farmer.
While Pooja Hegde plays Mahesh’s love interest, Allari Naresh plays his best friend in Maharshi. Talking about being a part of the film, Pooja said, “Mahesh Babu is extremely calm on the sets. Vamshi sir is extremely passionate about what he does. Allari Naresh is extremely chilled out. So, all three are very different. I think I am blessed for this opportunity. I hope I bring some luck to the film.”
Naresh added, “I am fortunate. Vamshi called me in 2016 about the film. I got quite excited about the story.”
@saibharath2010 wrote, "@urstrulyMahesh no words to express your acting in #Maharshi...as you said in many interviews rishi character will be remembered for a long time..now I feel rishi is still traveling with me...today our senior superstar #krishnagaru will be the proud father...???."
Vishnu Thej Putta tweeted, "#Maharshi: First Half - For the young and superstar fans. College theme is good to watch @urstrulymaheshcharms in a new look. His & @hegdepooja @allarinaresh provide ample of entertainment." He also added, "#Maharshi #PadaraPadara song is a visual feast and @urstrulyMahesh turns farmer. Goosenbumps with 'Rockstar' @ThisIsDSP's music and @Shankar_Live voice."
Sai Bellamkonda earlier tweeted, "Wishing @urstrulyMahesh sir, @allarinaresh, @hegdepooja and the entire cast a grand and blockbuster theatrical success tomorrow. I believe this film is sure gonna be a memorable one for Mahesh and his fans.
Director Maruthi tweeted, "Wishing a #LandMarkBlockbuster for Superstar @urstrulyMahesh gari 25th film #Maharshi already the trailer sets Blockbuster vibe & can't wait to watch the film also wishing @directorvamshi Anna, Dil Rajanna @ThisIsDSP Garu @hegdepooja @allarinaresh Dutt & PVP garlu."
BA Raju posted on his Twitter account, "Superstar @urstrulyMahesh's #Maharshi opens with a Bang !!! Unanimous Blockbuster reports from Overseas shows."
@Venkt_Reddy tweeted, "Extraordinary ????college scenes @urstrulyMahesh energy levels ??and emotions worked out very well ?? @directorvamshi sir thank you @ThisIsDSP bgm superb? #Maharshi ."
Maharshi producer Sri Venkateswara Creations shared on Twitter, "Please report any #Maharshi Movie piracy links to MaharshiAntiPiracy@gmail.com #MaharshionMay9th @urstrulyMahesh @directorvamshi @hegdepooja @allarinaresh @ThisisDSP @KUMohanan1 @Cinemainmygenes @ShreeLyricist #SSMB25"
Producer Sharrath Marar wrote on Twitter, "#Maharshi is a finely crafted engrossing tale. @urstrulyMahesh handsome as always, delivers a versatile and stellar performance. A strong narrative from #Vamsipaidipally @thisisdsp adds soul to the music score. A sure winner ! Congratulations !"
@Nitinreddy1111 posted on Twitter, "#Maharshi is the best choice ever made by @urstrulyMahesh in his career. Its not just a Landmark film as a number but also a special film in his career for its “ more than just entertainment “ content. It will become a blockbuster for sure ! Congratulations team #Maharshi"
Journalist Haricharan Pudipeddi took to Twitter and wrote, "#Maharshi works beautifully as an emotional tale of a self-made man who wants to give back to the society. @directorvamshi delivers more than expected and extracts the best out of @urstrulyMahesh in a familiar role that still brings out something fresh. Last 45 mins ??"
Anil Ravipudi tweeted, "Superstar @urstrulyMahesh garu delivers out his career best performance with #Maharshi. Exhibits three different shades with ease?? @directorvamshi Anna, @ThisIsDSP garu.. Congrats??,, @allarinaresh bro u always prove what u r.. With this kind of characters ??.."
"Just saw MAHARSHI.. Spell bounding performance from @urstrulyMahesh .. @allarinaresh was too good.. @hegdepooja was a stunner.. @directorvamshi handled every character with perfection.. writing dept is a big asset to d film.. Superb experience !! Don't miss it," Kona Venkat said via Twitter.
Director Veerabhadram posted on Twitter, "Just saw #Maharishi superb,?@urstrulyMahesh? Garu carries the film on his shoulders ?@allarinaresh? too good ?@hegdepooja? was a stunner ?@ThisIsDSP? rocking ?@directorvamshi? handled every character with perfection..all the best entire team???"
Sai Dharam Tej took to Twitter and wrote, "Wishing @urstrulyMahesh anna @directorvamshi anna maa #rajugaru and the whole team of #Maharishi nothing less of a blockbuster... all the best ?"
"As we all know Mahesh Babu is a celebrated superstar. He is absolutely amazing and I am very excited to celebrate with him his 25th film. His 25th film Maharshi releases on May 9 and I am so excited to watch it. Here's too many many blockbusters ahead for you Mahesh. May the force of box office and audience love always be with you. Here's wishing you all the best on your 25th release from me and all of us at Dharma Productions," Karan Johar said.
Journliast Rajasekar wrote on Twitter, "#ThalapathyVijay and #SuperStarMaheshBabu's formula of packaging a topical social message in commercial format turns out to be a safe bet for both these actors. #Mersal #Sarkar #BharatAneNenu #Srimanthudu #Maharshi"
Kajal Aggarwal shared on Twitter, "All the best @urstrulyMahesh @hegdepooja @allarinaresh @directorvamshi @ThisIsDSP and the entire team of #Maharshi, can’t wait to watch it ! ?"
Maharshi song "Choti Choti Baatein" is sung and composed by Devi Sri Prasad.
"People have been saying that I look the same in all my films. Therefore, we decided to go with different looks to essay three different phases of my character. It's not just with respect to my looks but Maharshi will break many pre-conceived notions about me," Mahesh Babu told IANS.
In an interview with IANS, Mahesh Babu said, "It's a film that has so much to offer. It has a very powerful social message that is well-laced with other commercial elements. I say it's a film unlike anything I've done so far because audiences can easily relate to my character Rishi. The journey of my character will be both interesting and inspiring."
"#MaharshiDay is here... Finally the day has come to Join the Journey of our Superstar @urstrulyMahesh as RISHI... :) #Maharshi #MaharshiOnMay9th #SSMB25 @hegdepooja @allarinaresh @ThisIsDSP @KUMohanan1," Maharshi director Vamshi Paidipally said via Twitter.
"In the Mahesh Babu starrer, I play a girl who is very simple and is happy about small things in life. Although not complicated, she is a bit bossy," Pooja Hegde told reporters.
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The music of Mahesh Babu starrer Maharshi has been composed by Devi Sri Prasad. The album includes popular tracks like "Choti Choti Baatein" and "Padara Padara".
Journalist Umair Sandhu tweeted, "#Maharshi will be Biggest HIT of #MaheshBabu ! He gave Award Worthy Performance !! Full on engaging flick, Full on Racy Screenplay. Climax is the USP of film. @hegdepooja lookinfmg Stunning. A Well Made Family Entertainer all the way. ???? #MaharshiFromTomorrow"
@bharatgump posted on Twitter, "Success doesnt have full stop only comma, just done with premiere, loved it. Raised some important questions. Storyline and dailogues are superb. Our superstar is the only one who can do this film to create this impact. ALL TIME BLOCKBUSTER OF THE YEAR. #MaharshiDay #Maharshi. Also Padara Padara song timing gave me goosebumps. Thank you #VamsiPaidipally for this experience."
"Vamshi has a lot of clarity. He directed the film exactly how he narrated the story to me. While directing, he communicated everything clearly to actors about what he expects out of a scene. So, I think he did a fantastic job. He and his team will be the first to receive compliments after the film’s release," Mahesh Babu told reporters.
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Sudheer Babu took to Twitter and wrote, "Babu land avuthunnadu repu ?? Wishing THE SUPERSTAR, @directorvamshi, Dil Raju Anna, Ashwini Dutt Garu, PVP Garu, @hegdepooja @allarinaresh @ThisIsDSP and the entire team of #Maharshi all the best. Let's celebrate #SSMB25, let's celebrate MAHESH BABU from tomorrow"
Film trade analyst Ramesh Bala shared on Twitter, "Superstar @urstrulyMahesh's #Maharshi opens with a Bang !!! Unanimous Blockbuster reports from Overseas shows. Get Ready For RISHI Rampage from Today ? ?#SSMB25 #BlockbusterMaharshi"
Namrata Shirodkar wrote on Instagram, "Big day tomorrow. I've seen your hard work & determination during #Maharshi's making to ensure the viewers have a surreal experience when they see Rishi's journey. It's time for the world to witness that!!! Good luck to you, my love @urstrulymahesh... ♥♥♥I'm sure everyone will love RISHI as much as I do..#MaharshifromTomorrow #MaharshiDay"
"Just watched #MAHARSHI spellbound film. Outstanding performance by @urstrulyMahesh and @allarinaresh. Beautifully directed by @directorvamshi #pooja is cute. @urstrulyMahesh performance is so so matured and top notch I am sure #MAHARSHI is going to be your all summer treat," director Hemant Madhukar said via Twitter.
Journalist Kaushik LM tweeted, "#Maharshi 1st half - We see #Rishi as a college student and business magnate. His journey shall continue. It's a complete @urstrulyMahesh show. As usual he looks impeccable, and does very well in the emotional scenes and other fun moments. #SSMB holds the film. @allarinaresh also has a good role. @hegdepooja is gorgeous as ever. The college portions have a '3 Idiots' hangover. We get lot of 'gyaan' and life philosophy from #SSMB."
AR Murugadoss, who collaborated with Mahesh Babu on bilingual film Spyder, posted on Twitter, "Best wishes for the grand success of #Maharshi dear sir @urstrulyMahesh the film will be a SUPER HIT for your hard work and pure heart ????"