Mirai Review: A cinematic visual experience that seamlessly blends mythological grandeur with modern storytelling
Mirai Movie Rating: 3.5 Stars
Watched Mirai movie in Cinema. Let’s focus on the complete details, story, positive/negatives and at last my view on this movie.
Cast: Teja Sajja, Manchu Manoj, Ritika Nayak, Shriya Saran, Jagapathi Babu and Jayaram
Director: Karthik Gattamneni
Release Date: 12th September 2025 in cinemas
Story: Movie set in a mythological-futuristic universe during Emperor Ashoka’s reign, right after the Kalinga War. Pained with the loss of innumerable lives after the Kalinga war, Emperor Ashoka, decides to let go of his nine powers. He transfers each of the nine powers to nine sacred scriptures and gives the responsibility of protecting each of those nine scriptures to nine trustworthy warriors from nine different groups. The families of the nine warriors have kept on protecting the scriptures for many centuries across generations.
Generations later, Ambika (Shriya Saran) who is a visionary foresees the evil lurking in the future is Mahabir Lama aka Black Sword (Manoj Manchu). To stop him, the protectors must find a Super Yodha capable of defeating him, or the world as they know it will cease to exist. She leaves her newborn child and goes away because a sage has told her that her newborn child would be the savior of mankind if she made this sacrifice.
Twenty-four years after his birth, Vibha (Ritika Nayak) goes in search of Veda (Teja Sajja) to remind him of his mission in life, for which his mother had abandoned him. The ninth holy book needs to be protected by Veda before it comes into the hands of Mahabhir Lama (Manoj Manchu) because if it reaches the latter, he will wreak havoc on mankind.
How Veda rises to the occasion and finds a magical stick Mirai from which aids him in his mission and how he eliminates Mahabhir Lama forms the crux of the drama. Looking ahead, it includes a post-credit scene featuring Rana Daggubati in the role of a menacing villain, teasing a bigger threat than Black Sword. The sequel is titled Mirai: Jaitraya.
Positives
1. Performances
2. Cinematography
3. Background Music
4. Climax
5. Direction
6. Story
Negatives
1. Length
2. Unnecessary Subplots
3. Screenplay
4. Forced comedy
Durgesh Tiwary’s View: When I watched the trailer of this film planned to watch this movie in cinemas on release date as loved the trailer and its narrative. Set in a mythological-futuristic universe, Mirai follows the journey of a mighty warrior, the Super Yodha tasked with protecting Emperor Ashoka’s nine sacred scriptures, which possess the power to turn mortals into deities. Opposing him is the Black Sword, a ruthless group led by Mahabir Lama who seeks to claim the scriptures and plunge the world into darkness
Mirai offers fresh storytelling with its execution. It is a fantasy action-adventure that is infused with elements of mythology. With a brilliant blend of mysticism and superhero themes, the film stands out thanks to its carefully packaged tone and emotional core. The movie deserves special praise for its characterizations, making us root for the classic Good Vs Evil. The duo’s screenplay is replete with exciting sequences and clap-trap scenes. The second half, especially, abounds in clap worthy sequences as and when Veda achieves success at various points in his mission. How Veda befriends the giant bird, how he finds the magical Mirai, how he prevents a disastrous accident of a speeding train, and how he battles Mahabhir Lama are all breathtaking sequences. Likewise, the action and miracle scenes of Lama are excellent. Additionally, the filmmakers weave the backstory into historical elements, which paves the way for an intriguing narrative. From a technical standpoint, movie delivers absolutely stunning visuals. The high-octane action, featuring fast-paced chase sequences, samurai sword battles, and even Kung Fu-like combat, showcases an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship. In this regard, Karthik Gattamneni succeeds in staying true to the film’s original version. With visuals crafted by Karthik himself and exhilarating background scores by Gowra Hari, the film offers a rich sensory experience. The editing is solid, even when the writing falters. The dialogues of the film are inspiring and powerful, especially those based on religion and sacrifice.
Teja Sajja delivers one of his best performances to date. After the success of HanuMan, he confidently shoulders such a larger-than-life role. However, what makes it impressive is the actor’s avoidance of conventional commercial tropes like romantic subplots, elaborate dance numbers, or dramatic monologues. Moreover, Manchu Manoj shines brilliantly as the main antagonist, Black Sword. The actor embodies the villainous core to his best, delivering a performance that will be remembered. While Ritika Nayak provides a refreshing look into a female lead’s characterization, Shriya Saran, with her emotional performance, connects well with everyone. Additionally, Jayaram and Jagapathi Babu, with their limited time, leave a mark. Gowra Hari’s background score is electrifying, turning several scenes into goosebump-inducing experiences. The VFX is astonishingly polished, especially considering the budget, and the visuals enhance the storytelling with remarkable scale. At a time when Rs 400 – Rs 500 crore films aren’t able to deliver quality VFX, ‘Mirai’ does the impossible with its over Rs 60 crore budget. To create a spectacle in the literal sense requires vision, not just money and technology. The film’s deep-rooted link to the legend of Lord Ram, the battle of Kalinga, emperor Ashok, etc. sets it apart from other fantasy and epic stories.
Biggest letdown is movie had the potential to become extraordinary; it unfortunately took a downturn after the interval. The second half of the fantasy actioner struggled to maintain momentum, leading to a noticeable drag until the climax. Even climax is also a drawback. For a film mounted on such scale, the ending feels tame and conventional. A more impactful conclusion would have elevated movie further. One of the most frustrating aspects is the overuse of comedic gags. Despite an engaging storyline, the film is bogged down by the humor and doesn’t contribute meaningfully to the narrative or tone. Additionally, as more films delve into mythology-inspired storytelling, the integration of such elements into a movie starts to feel saturated and repetitive. Another minus point is that the drama is too lengthy and sometimes confusing too. Also, the mythology angle does not have the kind of impact it ought to have had. Further, the juxta positioning of modernity (especially the dialogues used by the young characters in the drama) with the story of yore doesn’t quite sit well with the audience.
The movie is a commendable effort, not just for its entertaining storytelling but for its unconventional and bold vision to create a fantasy saga at par with Hollywood. The film is a must-watch for its genuine depiction of emotion, beliefs, ancient wisdom and philosophy. Overall, movie is a visual spectacle that ambitiously balances the worlds of fantasy and mythology on a grand scale. While the writing falters at times, it manages to entertain and leaves room for an exciting sequel. Despite its flaws, Mirai remains an engaging cinematic experience that’s worth watching on the big screen. My view on this movie Highly Recommended.
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