Naga Chaitanya’s ‘Thandel’ Debuts to Mixed Reviews, Highlights Love and Patriotism

The romantic action thriller, based on real events, features Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi and has drawn attention for its performances and emotional depth.

‘Thandel,’ directed by Chandoo Mondeti, explores the story of fishermen from Andhra Pradesh who are captured in Pakistani waters, blending romance and patriotism.
Naga Chaitanya delivers a praised performance as a fisherman, while Sai Pallavi's portrayal received mixed feedback for its emotional execution.
The film’s music, composed by Devi Sri Prasad, has been widely appreciated, with songs like ‘Bujji Thalli’ gaining popularity.
Advance bookings indicate strong interest, with the film expected to perform well in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, though early reviews point to a slow first half and uneven pacing.
Naga Chaitanya and his family, including wife Sobhita Dhulipala, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to present a book on legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao during the film's release week.