Manamey is a Telugu family drama helmed by Sriram Adittya. The narrative centres around Vikram (played by Sharwanand), a carefree individual revelling in the vibrant lifestyle of London, indulging in alcohol and fleeting romances. On the other hand, Subhadra (portrayed by Krithi Shetty) is betrothed to Karthik (played by Shiva Kandukuri). However, their lives take an unexpected turn when tragedy strikes; Vikram's close friend Anurag and his wife meet with a fatal accident, leaving behind their two-year-old son, Vikramaditya. The film was released on June 7. Hit Man Movie Review: Glen Powell and Adria Arjona's Film is a Sexy Noir Masquerading as Black Comedy! (LatestLY Exclusive).

The film boasts a stellar ensemble cast featuring Vikram Aditya, Seerat Kapoor, Ayesha Khan, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ravindra, Rahul Ramakrishna, and Sudharshan, among others, in pivotal supporting roles. Manamey is brought to life under the banner of People Media Factory, produced by TG Vishwa Prasad. Let's check out what the critics have to say about the film, is it yah or nah for them... Sharwanand Car Accident Update: Maha Samudram Actor Shares That He Is ‘Absolutely Safe’.

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Gulte.com: Sharwanand did well as the happy-go-lucky guy and his playful character is amusing. However, the weak narrative overshadowed Sharwa’s performance. Kriti Shetty looked good but her performance has nothing to boast about. Seerat Kapoor and Ayesha Khan sizzled in guest appearances and they made their presence felt. Vennela Kishore’s few jokes worked well. Rahul Ramakrishna appears in a routine role. The baby actor Kushi is cute. Sachin Khedkar, Thulasi, Mukhesh Rushi and Seetha did their part in supporting roles. Adith Ram appears in a guest role. Shiva Kandukuri fits in the role he played and he is fine. Rahul Ravindran appears as a bad guy and he is very bad at it.

123telugu.com: Sharwanand exudes a trendy vibe, and his joyful demeanor and impeccable comedic timing leave a lasting impression. His playboy antics and flirtatious banter generate genuine laughter. Krithi Shetty’s chemistry with Sharwanand adds charm to their scenes together. Vikram Adittya’s debut performance is endearing and leaves a fine impact. The supporting cast delivers satisfactory performances, and the score and background music effectively complement the movie’s atmosphere.

telugu360.com: Sharwanand is the major USP and strength of Maname. The actor is handsome and energetic in each frame. He tops the show with his expressions, body language and his costumes are ultra stylish. He excelled in the emotional scenes. Krithi Shetty looked apt as Subhadra and she performed well. She even looked beautiful in every frame of her. Her costumes too are well designed. The kid, Kushi did his part well. Seerat Kapoor and Ayesha Khan played guest roles. Shiva Kandukuri played Subhadra’s fiance. Vennela Kishore and Rahul Ramakrishna did their parts well. The cinematography work is the major highlight of Maname. Even the government hospital is shown in a beautiful manner. The entire film looks rich and we have to appreciate People Media Factory for their grand production values. The film has 16 songs and most of them are not catchy. The background score is decent. The film’s director Sriram Adittya should have focused on the second half as it is flat. The film also feels lengthy considering the genre and the story. On the whole, Maname is a passable film if watched without expectations. Maname is clean and it will appeal to the family audience.

Now that you've heard the critics' take on the movie, the choice is yours. You can decide to give it a go or hold off until it's available on an OTT platform. Share your decision with us in the comments below!

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