Max

Today, two days after its first release, Kannada actor Kiccha Sudeep’s most recent action drama, Max, makes its Telugu debut. See how it performs by reading the review.

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Cast: Kiccha Sudeep, Varalakshmi Sarathkumar, Sunil, Samyukta Hornad, Sukrita Wagle, Sarath Lohitaswa, and Achyut Kumar

Director: Vijay Karthikeya

Producers: Kalaipuli S. Thanu, Kiccha Sudeep

Music Director: B Ajaneesh Loknath

Cinematographer: Shekhar Chandra

Editor: SR Ganesh Babu

Story

As his suspension comes to an end in a few hours, Arjun Mahaakshay, commonly known as Max (Kiccha Sudeep), a courageous CI with an unparalleled record, is prepared to return to duty. He arrests the minister’s sons for their involvement in a crime before he can go back. But when they pass away while being held, things take a fatal turn. As crooks, goons, and the minister’s men swarm the police station demanding their release, mayhem breaks out. Max comes up with a daring idea to change the situation after being caught up with a strong group of police. What does he intend to do? Who is to blame for the fatalities? Will Max be able to take charge again? This suspenseful thriller revolves on these questions.

Trailer

Overview

Directed by	Vijay Karthikeyaa
Produced by	Kalaippuli S. Thanu Sudeepa
Starring	Sudeepa Varalaxmi Sarathkumar Sunil Samyukta Hornad Sukrutha Wagle Anirudh Bhat
Cinematography	Shekhar Chandra
Edited by	S. R. Ganesh Baabu
Music by	B. Ajaneesh Loknath
Production companies	V Creations Kichcha Creatiions
Distributed by	KRG Studios
Release date	25 December 2024
Running time	134 minutes
Country	India
Language	Kannada

Review

In a standalone mass action movie with Max, Kiccha Sudeep finally returns after more than two years. The film features Sudeep’s powerful, dramatic performance, which is precisely what his admirers have been waiting for. It’s enthralling to watch because he strikes the ideal mix between strength and elegance.

Sunil does a good job as Gani Bhai, while Varalakshmi Sarathkumar portrays a corrupt police officer. The supporting actors and Ilavarasu make a significant contribution to the whole experience.

The background soundtrack by Ajaneesh Loknath is the primary highlight, aside from the dramatic action scenes. His music enhances the action scenes and maintains a high level of intensity, which goes well with the film’s rapid pacing.

Set mostly over 12 hours at a police station, the plot is straightforward and well-known. This isn’t a big problem, but it does feel like a scene from past movies.

The audience is drawn in by the first half’s rapid tempo. But the second half picks up speed and calms down a little. The last part of the movie tends to go more steadily, even if the storyline keeps its flow.

Some of the supporting police officers provide overly dramatic performances, particularly when expressing dread. The authenticity of the movie is often diminished by this overacting.

Certain sequences defy logic, which is typical of mass productions, although they are readily disregarded as typical of the genre.

Conclusion

All things considered, Sudeep gives strong performances in Max Kiccha, a respectable action drama. Although there is a considerable amount of mass action in the movie, it isn’t remarkable because of its basic narrative, sporadic overacting, and predictable situations. It is a watchable picture that is perfect for mass action moviegoers seeking a simple, entertaining cinematic experience.