Ninnu Kori (2017)

I don't care if this sounds exaggerated or whatever, but Natural Star Nani (the fact that almost every actor has a special prefix has got to be one of my favourite things about TFI) is one of the best things to happen to Indian cinema in recent times. Not only is that man insanely funny (the BEACH SCENE) but he also has an amazing range when it comes to other emotions. Plus, he is insanely funny. I'm sorry, but we just don't have enough "heroes" who are good at comedy, especially the "natural" kind. (Ayeeee @ myself.)

Now, for the other actor I am absolutely in love with after this movie: Aadhi Pinisetty, who will be referred to as Annayya henceforth, in honour of his unforgettable role in Rangasthalam (2018). Not that Arun (his role here) isn't unforgettable as well- I think half my feels about this movie are all because of how GOOD he was. The scene where Pallavi's (Nivetha Thomas) bag is snatched, and the one where Uma (Natural Star Nani) confronts him about something are just brilliant. I really hope he gets more amazing scripts in the future, and keeps on giving such fantastic performances. *duayein hands emoji*

Coming to the movie itself- to tell you the truth, I am yet to recover from how my emotions were all over the place while watching Ninnu Kori. I'd be getting soft for one character, only to want to slap them 10 minutes later. Plus, the comedy scenes were so hilarious that I had to pause in order to laugh properly. It was a highly immersive experience; especially for people like me, who enjoy movies where all the characters are somewhat of a dick/idiot, and also, love stories with moral dilemmas. Ninnu Kori succeeds in both categories. I also loved how they never went down the cringe-inducing path of "ARRANGED MARRIAGES ARE GOOD". And how the couple who ends up together in the end is shown to be perfectly compatible for a long-term relationship- they have similar values and ethics, along with mutual trust and respect. Literally, the foundation of every healthy relationship. Everyone else, please take notes. Also, I must appreciate the fact that they showed an Indian father who not only acknowledges that he might have made a mistake, but is also open to rectifying it. And if you still need a reason to go watch this movie, I'll let you know that the intermission scene is epic (all hail Natural Star Nani).

In conclusion, I hope someone gets their act together and streams Ashta Chamma (2008) with subtitles soon. It's rude to deprive us of Natural Star Nani content. 

PS- I sobbed as much as I laughed while watching this movie. True mark of a classic.

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