Cast: Rana Daggubati, Genelia D'Souza

Director: Prakash Toleti

Ratings: 3/5

Rana Ishtam

'Premichadamu thappu kaanappudu, aa premani kaapaadukodam kosam abadham aadatam kuda thappu kadhu.' 'Avathalollaki nachche la unte machodu antaaru, adhey manaki nachche la unte selfish antaaru. Naaku rendodhey best.'

These two dialogues sum up better what the film and its lead character (played by Rana) is all about. Naa Ishtam, directed by Prakash Toleti, is about a young man who doesn't let it go if an opportunity comes his way.

Beautiful script and impressive dialogues add immense value to this feel-good entertainer. Director Prakash passes the test in flying colours with lessons learnt from his mentor Sukumar coming to his help.

Rana Daggubati adds authenticity to his role with his carefree body language and cool dialogue delivery. While Genelia D'Souza, in this last film of her before marriage, steals the show as usual.

Ganesh (Rana) lives in Malaysia with his uncle, trying to settle the debts made by his parents. One day, he comes across Krishnaveni (Genelia D'Souza) and rescues her from the hands of a brothel gang. He comes to know that Krishnaveni is in Malaysia in search of his lover. Both go to India and slowly Ganesh falls for Krishnaveni. But her lover poses a trouble. What are all the things Ganesh does to save his love is the rest of Naa Ishtam.

Like any other Telugu film, this movie too has a huge star cast. Music is by Chakri is good- both in songs and background score. Cinematogaphy is cool and casual while editing and other departments are okay.

On the whole, Naa Ishtam is an interesting romantic entertainer. There are few loopholes as the film progresses, especially in the second half. But there is no denying that the movie is an enjoyable ride.