Cast: Sathyaraj, Vasishta N. Simha, Udaya Bhanu, Satyam Rajesh, Kranthi Kiran, Sanchi Roy, Meghana, VTV Ganesh, Motta Rajendran
Director: Mohan Srivatsa
Presented by: Maruthi
Producer: Vijaypal Reddy Adidhala (Vanara Celluloid)
Music: Infusion Band
Cinematography: Kushendar Ramesh Reddy
Release Date: August 29, 2025
Story :
Psychologist Shyam Khatu (Sathyaraj) files a missing complaint about his granddaughter Nidhi (Meghana).
Meanwhile, Ram (Vasishta N. Simha) is desperate to gather ₹30 lakhs to chase his abroad dreams and encounters Satya (Sanchi Roy) in the process.
Elsewhere, dreaded don Vakili Padma (Udaya Bhanu) faces the heat of her son-in-law Dev’s (Kranthi Kiran) huge gambling debt to gangster Dasanna (Motta Rajendran).
How these three tracks collide and how the theme of Barbarik ties them together forms the heart of this crime-mythology thriller.
Artists Performances :
Sathyaraj is dignified and impactful, anchoring the drama.
Vasishta N. Simha impresses with intensity and emotional range.
Udaya Bhanu delivers a powerful comeback, commanding the screen.
Kranthi Kiran surprises with a solid debut.
Satyam Rajesh, Sanchi Roy, Meghana are convincing in their roles.
VTV Ganesh & Motta Rajendran lighten the mood with well-timed comedy.
Technical Aspects :
Direction: Mohan Srivatsa balances multiple storylines with a gripping narration.
Cinematography: Kushendar Ramesh Reddy’s visuals enhance the dark thriller mood.
Music: Infusion Band keeps tension alive with a pulsating score.
Production Values: A slick, polished debut for Vanara Celluloid.
Analysis :
Tribanadhari Barbarik blends mythology with a modern crime thriller, while also exploring how addictions and greed shatter lives.
The screenplay stays engaging with a sharp interval twist. The second half races ahead with layered tension, delivering surprising pre-climax and climax reveals.
Though certain sequences feel reminiscent of familiar thrillers, the mythology-crime fusion makes the film stand apart in Telugu cinema.
Verdict :
With its gripping screenplay, strong performances, and neat technical execution, Tribanadhari Barbarik proves to be a fresh and layered cinematic attempt. Despite a few dips, it remains an engaging watch.
Rating: 3/5