‘Devara: Part 1’ Struggles to Balance Star Power and Storytelling

Despite its visual spectacle and action sequences, the film fails to deliver a compelling narrative, leaving much to be desired in character development and originality.

N.T. Rama Rao Jr. plays dual roles as Devara and his son Vara, but the characters are underwritten, leading to an uneven performance.
Saif Ali Khan's portrayal of the antagonist Bhaira is limited by a lackluster script, while Janhvi Kapoor's debut in Telugu cinema is underwhelming.
The film's plot is predictable and relies heavily on epic scale and technical flourishes rather than innovative storytelling.
Women characters are sidelined, with minimal dialogue and agency, highlighting a persistent issue in mainstream Tollywood.
While the film features some entertaining over-the-top moments and robust fight scenes, it ultimately falls short of the high expectations set by its star-studded cast.