A Gripping Crime Thriller That Keeps You on the Edge of Your Seat
“Mutton Soup,” a film with a unique title based on a true story, marks a spectacular directorial debut for Ramachandra Vattikuti. Living up to its tagline, “Witness the Real Crime,” the movie successfully immerses the audience in a world of suspense for its entire two-hour runtime.
Story:
The plot revolves around the chilling premise of how far a person can go for money and is filled with unimaginable twists. The narrative follows a woman who, in a sinister plot with her first husband to usurp property, marries a second man only to brutally murder him. The scenes depicting the heroine’s cold-blooded performance, especially where she disfigures her first husband’s face with acid to conceal his identity, highlight the story’s raw and intense nature. The director’s execution of how this meticulously planned crime unravels and how a simple dish like “Mutton Soup” becomes the crucial clue is truly brilliant.
Performances:
The lead actors, Raman and Varsha Vishwanath, have breathed life into their characters. Varsha’s performance in a role with negative shades is a major strength of the film. Gemini Suresh is excellent as the Sub-Inspector who unravels the mystery. Raman has superbly portrayed the internal conflict of his character. The rest of the cast has also done complete justice to their roles, and it’s evident that every single person has poured their heart and soul into the film.
Technical Aspects:
Direction: Adapting a real-life crime into a film is a challenge, and director Ramachandra Vattikuti has passed with flying colors in his very first attempt. He has handled a complex story with immense clarity and without a single misstep. He succeeds in keeping the audience hooked until the very end by steering the narrative in unexpected directions.
Production: Producers Mallikharjuna Elika (Gopal), Ramakrishna Sanapala, and Arun Chandra Vattikuti have produced the film without any compromise. Their passion is visible on screen through the film’s authentic atmosphere and high production values.
Music: Background score is the soul of a crime thriller, and Venky Veena’s BGM elevates the film to another level. His music in the suspense-filled sequences is spine-chilling.
Verdict:
Overall, “Mutton Soup” is one of the finest crime thrillers to have been released in recent times. For audiences who love the thriller genre, this film is a feast. The director’s talent, brilliant performances from the cast, and a watertight screenplay make this a must-watch movie.
Rating: 3.5/5
