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Title: Mad Square – A Patchy Comedy with Few Laughs

Release Date: March 28, 2025
Cast: Narne Nithiin, Sangeeth Shobhan, Ram Nitin, Vishnu Oi, Priyanka Jawalkar, Muralidhar Goud, Reba John
Director: Kalyan Shankar
Music: Bheems Ceciroleo | BGM: Thaman
Rating: ★★☆☆☆ (2.75/5)

Story:

Laddu (Vishnu Oi) ends up in jail, and his backstory unfolds through a chaotic retelling of how his wedding plans spiraled into madness thanks to his three eccentric friends. What follows is a mix of pre-wedding disasters, a wild Goa trip, and run-ins with a local don named Max. The setup is quirky, but the execution lacks punch.

Performances:

Vishnu Oi shines in the lead with solid comedic timing.
Narne Nithiin, Sangeeth Shobhan, and Ram Nithin provide decent support, though their characters feel undercooked at times.
Muralidhar Goud adds charm with his comic presence.
Priyanka Jawalkar and Sunil (as Max) are passable but don’t leave a strong impact.

Direction:

Kalyan Shankar, who delivered a hit with MAD (2023), brings back the madness—but not the magic. The film feels less energetic and lacks the spontaneity of its predecessor. The writing leans too heavily on randomness rather than wit.

Music & Technical Departments:

Songs are forgettable, barring one track with Swathi Reddy.
Thaman’s background score is serviceable.
Cinematography by Shamdat and editing by Navin Nooli are just about okay.
Production values are decent, but they can’t lift the film beyond its shallow script.

Analysis:

“Mad Square” tries to be a fun, youthful entertainer but ends up feeling more like a missed opportunity. A few comedy bits click, especially in the first half, but the film stumbles with forced humor and lackluster storytelling in the latter half. It doesn’t live up to the expectations set by the original “MAD” movie.

Verdict:

If you’re looking for a light-hearted comedy with minimal expectations, Mad Square might be worth a single watch. But don’t expect the same craziness or consistency as its prequel.

Final Rating: 2.75/5