“Anantha” Movie Review

Anantha, directed by Suresh Krissna, is a heartfelt devotional drama that beautifully celebrates faith, hope, and the transformative power of Sathya Sai Baba’s teachings. The film gently weaves together a series of inspiring stories drawn from the lives of his devotees, highlighting moments of divine intervention that bring comfort, clarity, and renewal to those in need. Centered around Puttaparthi Sai Baba, Anantha serves as a spiritual journey that emphasizes compassion, belief, and inner strength.

The narrative unfolds at the Puttaparthi hospital, where a senior official invites individuals from diverse backgrounds to recount their personal experiences with Sai Baba. Through these recollections, the audience is introduced to a mosaic of lives shaped by devotion. The ensemble cast—Suhasini, Jagapathi Babu, Y.G. Mahendran, and Thalaivasal Vijay—brings sincerity and warmth to their roles, each portraying a devotee whose life has been touched in a unique way.

Structured as a series of episodic tales, the film focuses on people facing emotional, moral, or personal challenges. In moments of despair, faith becomes their guiding light, and Sai Baba’s presence offers reassurance and healing. While the film begins on a calm and understated note, it gradually builds emotional depth as each story unfolds. Some episodes resonate more strongly, leaving a lasting impression through their simplicity and emotional honesty.

Y.G. Mahendran delivers a particularly moving performance, infusing his segment with depth and genuine emotion, making it one of the film’s highlights. Suhasini also shines with a composed and graceful portrayal, adding emotional balance to the narrative. Jagapathi Babu’s segment, while earnest, feels more conventional, yet it still aligns with the film’s devotional spirit. Thalaivasal Vijay lends solid support, contributing to the overall emotional fabric of the film.

Technically, Anantha maintains respectable production values, and Deva’s soothing background score enhances the devotional atmosphere, subtly reinforcing the film’s spiritual themes. Though the storytelling leans toward a reverential and preachy tone at times, this approach aligns well with its purpose.

Overall, Anantha is a sincere and uplifting devotional drama that will especially resonate with followers of Sathya Sai Baba and audiences who appreciate spiritually driven narratives rooted in faith and positivity.

Cast: Jagapathi Babu, YGM, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Nizhalgal Ravi, Thalaivasal Vijay and others.

Produced by : Girish Krishnamurthy

Directed by : Suresh Krishna

Rating…3.6/5

Riaz K Ahmed,Paras Riyaz PRO

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