Hyper

Hyper is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film directed by Santosh Srinivas and produced by Ram Achanta, Gopichand Achanta and Anil Sunkara under the banner of 14 Reels Entertainment. The film stars Ram Pothineni and Raashi Khanna in the lead roles, with supporting performances from Rao Ramesh, Sathyaraj, Murali Sharma, and others. The film has a vibrant soundtrack composed by Ghibran, and impressive cinematography by Sameer Reddy.

The narrative of Hyper revolves around Surya (played by Ram Pothineni), a young man who is deeply attached to his father Narayana Murthy (played by Sathyaraj) and goes to any length to see his father happy. Surya's unswerving love for his father defines his character, coloring every aspect of his life. Surya's interpersonal interactions, and the emotions he expresses, are driven chiefly by his devotion to his father, which gives the film an interesting spin.

This isn't your typical father-son story, however, as Hyper is injected with a significant measure of action, comedy, and romance. The film is spiked with vigorous combat sequences, interspersed with comedic moments and romantic interludes with Bhanu (played by Raashi Khanna), adding an amorous dimension to Surya's otherwise action-oriented life.

Raashi Khanna, as Bhanu, delivers a stellar performance. Bhanu is a daring, bubbly character who breathes vivacity into the film. Bhanu and Surya's romantic equation provides a colorful, captivating interlude in the midst of intense action scenes, rendering the movie a delightful balance of genres.

Satyaraj, as Surya's father Narayana Murthy, offers a powerful performance. Narayana Murthy is a government employee who stridently adheres to his principles, not succumbing to external pressures to compromise his integrity. The way Sathyaraj embodies this dignified, steadfast character is praiseworthy.

Rao Ramesh plays the role of a corrupt politician who becomes a major obstacle in the lives of Surya and his father. His selfish, negative stance creates numerous problems, propelling the narrative towards thrilling confrontations and moral crossroads, pushing the protagonist to exhibit his heroism.

Hyper extends its scope beyond a mere action comedy into being a film with an underlying message. It delves into the theme of corruption that plagues society, the importance of upholding principles, and showcasing the struggles that honest individuals, like Narayana Murthy, face in their day-to-day lives. At the same time, the film reaffirms the relevance of family bonds and love, portraying them as powerhouse sources of motivation, endurance, and resilience.

The film achieves a balance between gravity and lightheartedness through adept cinematography and engaging sequences. The action scenes are adroitly executed with Ram Pothineni in full form. He pulls off some magnificent stunts, while his dance performances and comic timing are highly enjoyable, adding picturesque ebullience to the film.

Hyper was released to positive reviews on the 30th of September, 2016. The movie is a grand feast of mass and commercial elements with substantial emotional aspects woven in. Hyper is a must-watch film for those who enjoy energetic performances, familial love, and a storyline that combines romance, action, and comedy in equal measures, along with a touch of potent social commentary. Expect power-packed performances, uncompromising parent-child relationships, high-octane action sequences, melodious music, engaging comedy, and a sprinkling of romance.