Story
Three years after graduation, the MAD gang continues to struggle, feeling like failures with no direction. Meanwhile, Laddu’s wedding is set, and he goes to great lengths to keep it a secret from the group. However, the gang eventually catches wind of it and crashes the event, leading to an unexpected turn of events. Frustrated and disheartened, they decide to escape their worries with a trip to Goa, only to find themselves in even deeper trouble. The rest of the story unravels how this MAD gang navigates their way out of the chaos.

Artists Performance

The MAD gang gets nearly equal screen space and similar character orientation. Narne Nithin, Sangeeth Shobhan, and Ram Nithin deliver solid performances, while Vishnu Oi stands out with a pivotal role as the story revolves around him, making him highly entertaining. Muralidhar Goud shines in a full-length role, and Sunil steals the show with the most entertaining character, playing it effortlessly. Subhalekha Sudhakar is effective as his uncle.

Priyanka Jawalkar plays a significant role, and Reba Monica John adds glamour with a special song. KV Anudeep makes a fun cameo, staying true to his signature comedic style. Satyam Rajesh takes on a unique role as a dumb cop, reminiscent of Kota Srinivasa Rao in Hello Brother, with Auto Ram Prasad complementing him in a Mallikarjuna Rao-like assistant role. Anthony makes a brief yet impactful appearance, while Raghubabu is convincing as a resort owner.

Story - screenplay - direction: Director and writer Kalyan Shankar crafted a story that primarily revolves around humor, incorporating various jokes and gags without focusing much on logic or realism. The first half has only a few moments where the comedy truly lands, but the film picks up pace with the introduction of Sunil’s Bhai character. The second half delivers stronger humor, making the narrative more engaging. The film gives off the vibe of Bollywood’s three-hero comedies, a genre frequently explored there but relatively rare in Telugu cinema. The screenplay follows a convenient flow, leading up to a twist towards the end.

Other departments: Bheems’ compositions turned out to be chartbusters, primarily because both songs are remixes of already popular tracks. Thaman's background score is adequate, while Shamdat’s cinematography is decent. Sri Nagendra Tangala’s production design is well done, and Naveen Nooli’s editing is crisp. Despite delivering a well-written Tillu sequel, Sithara Entertainments couldn’t replicate the same magic with this film, as MAD seems to have a much stronger and more engaging screenplay than the sequel.

Analysis: Mad Square is a mix of jokes, a comedy of errors that doesn’t concern itself with logic or sensibility. While some jokes hit the mark, others fall flat. The film picks up in the second half, becoming engaging once the trio enters the ladies’ house. Overall, Mad Square may not be as good as MAD, but it offers a fair share of laughs and is worth a watch.