Tue Jan 14 11:37:35 UTC 2025: ## Victory Venkatesh’s ” Sankrantiki Vastaunnam” Wins Over Audiences This Pongal

**Hyderabad, India:** Victory Venkatesh and Anil Ravipudi’s latest collaboration, “Sankrantiki Vastaunnam,” has opened to positive response during the Pongal festival. The film, heavily promoted in the lead-up to its release, has already garnered significant attention thanks to its catchy title and a robust digital marketing campaign. Starring Venkatesh alongside Meenakshi Chaudhary and Aishwarya Rajesh, the film’s audio has been a super hit, further boosting anticipation amongst family audiences.

The film’s plot revolves around a software CEO, Satya (Avasarala Srinivas), who is kidnapped in Hyderabad. IPS officer Meenakshi (Meenakshi Chaudhary) enlists the help of her ex-lover and former IPS officer Yadagiridamodar Raju (Venkatesh) to rescue him. Raju’s wife Bhagyam (Aishwarya Rajesh) also joins the mission, adding a comedic and familial element to the high-stakes rescue operation.

While the film’s promotional campaign revealed much of the plot beforehand, critics praise the film’s execution. The first half focuses on the build-up to the rescue operation, successfully maintaining audience interest, and the second half delivers action and emotional beats. Anil Ravipudi’s signature blend of comedy, crime, and emotional sequences kept the audience engaged throughout. The film is lauded for its crisp editing, pleasant cinematography, and excellent background score by Bheems Ceciroleo.

Venkatesh’s performance as a retired police officer is highly appreciated, complemented by strong performances from Aishwarya Rajesh and Meenakshi Chaudhary. The supporting cast, including VTV Ganesh, also delivered commendable performances.

Overall, “Sankrantiki Vastaunnam” is being touted as a perfect family entertainer for the Pongal season, delivering on laughter and engaging storytelling without resorting to predictability. The film’s success marks another hit for the Venkatesh-Anil Ravipudi combination, following the success of their previous collaborations, F2 and F3.

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