Story

Surya (Nikhil) has a rare genetic disorder called Porphyria. He is not allowed to go out during day time. He is brought up by his single mother (Madhubala). He falls in love with a TV anchor Sanjana (Tridha Choudhury). But he doesn’t tell about his medical condition to her as he fears that she might react negatively. She feels betrayed when she comes to know about it through others. Rest of the story is all about how Surya gains confidence and wins his love back!

Artists Performance

Actors: Nikhil has got a lot of scope for emoting in this film and he does an excellent job in emotional scenes (graveyard scene). Nikhil who has been doing different genres in the past made sure that there is novelty in story idea. New actress Tridha Choudhury is average. Madhubala is refreshing in the role of compassionate mother. Tanikella Bharani donned the variety role of hero’s friend. Satya is entertaining as hero’s friend. Salim Pheku is good as a Hyderabadi panwala. Viva fame Harsha’s role in this film is better than the ones he has done in past in movies.

Technical departments

Story - screenplay - direction: Karthik Gattamneni who proved himself as a short film director is a talent to watch out for. The basic concept is good and narrative style is slick. However, the screenplay of the film not effectively done. Some of the episodes in this film are refreshing. But a slow narration coupled with screenplay glitches hinders the output.

Other departments: Music by Satya Mahaveer is good, especially background music. Cinematography by Karthik Gattamneni is excellent. Most of the shots in this movie are in music video style. Dialogues written by Chandu Mondeti are good. Art direction by TN Prasad is aesthetic.




Analysis: Surya Vs Surya has a novel story idea and a committed team to implement it. Plus points of the movie are novel story idea, Nikhil’s performance, cinematography and music. A fast-paced narration with attention-catching screenplay would have taken this movie to a different level. Despite of few glitches, Surya Vs Surya will end up as a good attempt! But we need more for such a classy film to work with wider audiences.