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Title: Robinhood (2025) – Movie Review
Rating: ★★☆☆☆ (2.5/5)

Story

Robin (Nithiin), an orphan and expert con artist, lives by tricking the rich and redistributing their wealth to the poor. Things take a twist when he crosses paths with Leela (Sreeleela), a sharp and fiery woman who matches his wits. Their relationship adds a commercial romantic layer to the narrative. But the real story kicks in when Robin’s mission gets more complex and dangerous, forcing him to face personal dilemmas and chaotic opponents as he tries to finish what he started.

Artists Performance

Nithiin plays a stylish swindler with decent flair, although his character doesn’t explore deeper emotions. Still, his energy keeps things moving.
Sreeleela is all glam and grace. She sizzles in songs and delivers her part well, though her role doesn’t demand much depth.
Rajendra Prasad, Vennela Kishore, and Brahmaji bring in the comedy relief. While some jokes land well, others become repetitive over time.
Shine Tom Chacko, Mime Gopi, and other supporting actors appear in villainous roles, but their characters lack real depth or menace.

Story – Screenplay – Direction

Venky Kudumula, known for his commercial entertainers, returns to familiar territory here. He blends comedy, action, and romance into a mainstream mix. While the concept of a Robin Hood-styled protagonist is promising, the screenplay misses the punch. Several clever moments shine, but the core conflict doesn’t evolve effectively, leading to a half-baked emotional arc. The film follows genre conventions closely, without offering anything fresh. Some comic bits are fun, but overall engagement dips in the second half.

Music

GV Prakash Kumar’s music is a letdown considering his talent. The songs are passable at best and fail to leave a lasting impression. Even the background score doesn’t elevate the high moments much. A film like this could have benefited from at least one strong anthem or memorable love song, but those are missing.

Other Departments

The cinematography is slick, especially during con sequences and song visuals.
Editing by Prawin Pudi is tight in the first half but gets slightly lazy post-interval.
Production design is stylish, as expected from Mythri Movie Makers, who maintain high standards visually.
Action choreography is more flashy than intense, fitting the film’s tone but lacking impact.
Dialogues are witty in parts but overall safe and commercial.

Analysis

Robinhood is a glossy entertainer that has all the trappings of a commercial Telugu film—romance, action, comedy, and glamour—but struggles with storytelling depth. While Nithiin’s charm and a few fun moments help, the uneven pacing and lack of emotional substance hold it back. For audiences who enjoy masala flicks with light-hearted vibes, this might be a one-time watch. But if you’re looking for meaningful crime thrillers or tightly written con dramas, this may not deliver.

Verdict: “Robinhood is a shiny but shallow ride. Nithiin does his best to con his way into our hearts, but the film needs more heart and heft.”