Read the full review of Jack (2025), a Telugu-language spy action comedy starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya. Despite its promising premise, find out why this film bombed at the box office.
Jack Telugu Movie Review – Spy Comedy Falls Flat Despite Star Power
- Language: Telugu
- Genre: Spy Action Comedy
- Release Date: 10 April 2025
- Director: Bommarillu Bhaskar
- Producer: B. V. S. N. Prasad
- Production House: Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra
- Cast: Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, Prakash Raj
- Cinematography: Vijay K. Chakravarthy
- Editing: Navin Nooli
- Music: Achu Rajamani, Sam C. S., Suresh Bobbili
- Box Office: ₹9 crore (Flop)
Plot Summary:
Jack attempts to blend espionage, action, and comedy into one chaotic rollercoaster of a film. The story revolves around Jack (Siddhu Jonnalagadda), an eccentric and street-smart spy operating on the fringes of society. When he’s assigned to a mission that involves infiltrating a dangerous criminal syndicate, he crosses paths with Anvitha (Vaishnavi Chaitanya), a tech-savvy civilian who accidentally gets entangled in his operations. Veteran actor Prakash Raj plays the intelligence agency’s head, trying to control the chaos from afar.
What begins as a promising spy caper quickly devolves into a mishmash of tonal confusion, forced humor, and jarring screenplay shifts.
Performances:
Siddhu Jonnalagadda gives his best, trying to infuse charm and quirkiness into the role of Jack. His comic timing and energetic screen presence are evident, but he is severely limited by the weak writing and inconsistent character arc. His performance alone isn’t enough to carry the film.
Vaishnavi Chaitanya is decent in her role, though underutilized. She shows potential in scenes that allow her some emotional depth, but her character is mostly relegated to the sidelines.
Prakash Raj, as always, brings gravitas to his role. Unfortunately, even his experience can’t salvage the lack of seriousness or logic in the screenplay. His interactions with Siddhu spark some fleeting interest, but they aren’t enough to uplift the film.
Direction and Screenplay:
Director Bommarillu Bhaskar, known for earlier family entertainers, tries something different with Jack—a spy-action comedy hybrid. However, the tonal imbalance is the biggest flaw. The film tries to juggle action set pieces, slapstick humor, and emotional beats, but never quite manages to harmonize them.
The screenplay lacks tightness and coherence. The story starts off with intrigue but quickly meanders into random subplots, caricature villains, and cringe-worthy comic scenes that fall flat. Dialogues are mostly unmemorable and sometimes outright juvenile.
Technical Aspects:
- Cinematography by Vijay K. Chakravarthy is stylish in parts, especially the chase scenes. However, many scenes are visually cluttered, trying too hard to look ‘cool’ without substance.
- Editing by Navin Nooli is another drawback. The film’s pace is uneven, with some scenes overstaying their welcome while others are cut abruptly.
- Music by Achu Rajamani, Sam C. S., and Suresh Bobbili is a mixed bag. While the background score occasionally elevates tension, the songs are forgettable and don’t integrate well with the narrative.
Highlights:
- Siddhu Jonnalagadda’s performance and effort
- A few well-choreographed action sequences
- Prakash Raj’s screen presence
Drawbacks:
- Weak writing and incoherent screenplay
- Forced humor that misses the mark
- Underdeveloped characters
- Poorly executed emotional beats
- Lack of originality in the spy premise
Box Office Performance:
Despite some initial buzz due to the cast and production house, Jack failed to connect with audiences and critics alike. The film received mostly negative reviews upon release and ended its theatrical run as a box office bomb, collecting only ₹9 crore.
Final Verdict:
Jack had the ingredients to be a fun spy comedy, but the recipe went terribly wrong. A confused script, ineffective humor, and inconsistent storytelling make it a disappointing watch. While Siddhu tries to shoulder the film with charisma, even his efforts can’t save this misfire.
If you’re expecting a sleek, intelligent, or at least entertaining spy film, Jack is likely to leave you frustrated. Skip it unless you’re a die-hard fan of the lead actors.
BMR (Best Movie Review) Rating: 3.5/10