Nithiin`s Thammudu Review: An Emotional Tale That Fails to Hit the Mark
Updated on: 04 July, 2025 01:54 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar

Thammudu
Nithiin, an actor in need of a box office revival, has returned with Thammudu, helmed by director Sriram Venu. Taking its title from a beloved 1999 Pawan Kalyan blockbuster, the film carried high expectations. However, following its release this Friday, the brother-sister emotional drama has unfortunately been met with a decidedly mixed and largely underwhelmed response.
Spurred on by his friend Chitra (Varsha Bollamma), Jai embarks on a journey to find her. He discovers she now lives as Jhansi, a government officer, with a new identity to escape her past. Just as he finds her, he learns she is in grave danger from a corrupt businessman, Agarwal (Saurabh Sachdeva). Jai steps in to become her silent protector, leading to a fight for both her life and his redemption.
The film’s reception on X (formerly Twitter) has been sharply polarised. Many viewers expressed their frustration with the predictable script. One user wrote, “#Thammudu Worst! Thanks to #Nithin for continuously reminding me that I am an idiot to watch his movies on premiere night.” Another critic pointed out the dated feel of the screenplay, stating that the team should “really consider time travel to at least to 2020 from 2005 scripts.”
However, a section of the audience felt the criticism was too harsh. One supporter commented, “#thammudu is not bad. Could have been better...it is an okayish brother-sister drama...”. Another praised the action, saying the “Second half has excellent fight sequences…fans ki full meals aa fight sequences…Overall good movie.”
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The film’s core emotional sentiment feels underdeveloped, and crucial character arcs, including Nithiin’s archer angle, are left unexplored. The screenplay lacks cohesion, and repetitive action sequences in the second half cause the pacing to drag, ultimately making Thammudu a forgettable outing.
A Brother`s Unfinished Mission
The story follows Jai (Nithiin), a talented archer whose personal demons affect his professional aspirations. Haunted by a past mistake that estranged him from his beloved sister, Sneha Latha (Laya), he lives with a heavy heart. Years ago, his actions caused her to leave their family, vowing never to return.Spurred on by his friend Chitra (Varsha Bollamma), Jai embarks on a journey to find her. He discovers she now lives as Jhansi, a government officer, with a new identity to escape her past. Just as he finds her, he learns she is in grave danger from a corrupt businessman, Agarwal (Saurabh Sachdeva). Jai steps in to become her silent protector, leading to a fight for both her life and his redemption.
The film’s reception on X (formerly Twitter) has been sharply polarised. Many viewers expressed their frustration with the predictable script. One user wrote, “#Thammudu Worst! Thanks to #Nithin for continuously reminding me that I am an idiot to watch his movies on premiere night.” Another critic pointed out the dated feel of the screenplay, stating that the team should “really consider time travel to at least to 2020 from 2005 scripts.”
However, a section of the audience felt the criticism was too harsh. One supporter commented, “#thammudu is not bad. Could have been better...it is an okayish brother-sister drama...”. Another praised the action, saying the “Second half has excellent fight sequences…fans ki full meals aa fight sequences…Overall good movie.”
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A Critical Misfire
Despite a few bright spots, such as a convincing performance from Varsha Bollamma and a well-written villain, critics noted that Thammudu stumbles on multiple fronts. The primary issue lies in its weak and predictable story. Director Sriram Venu, known for hits like MCA and Vakeel Saab, delivers a surprisingly bland and uninspired narration.The film’s core emotional sentiment feels underdeveloped, and crucial character arcs, including Nithiin’s archer angle, are left unexplored. The screenplay lacks cohesion, and repetitive action sequences in the second half cause the pacing to drag, ultimately making Thammudu a forgettable outing.
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