Movie Name: Little Hearts
Rating: 3.25/5
Cast: Teja Sajja, Manoj Manchu, Ritika Nayak, Shriya Saran, Jayaram, Jagapathi Babu, and Others
Director: Karthik Gattamneni
Produced By: T.G. Vishwa Prasad, Krithi Prasad
Release Date: 12th September 2025
Teja Sajja makes a comeback with Mirai, an action-adventure fantasy full of spectacle and excitement, after the huge success of Hanu-Man. Directed by Karthik Gattamneni, the film has developed good craze among audiences. Here is our review of Mirai, which had already started to shatter the box office with superb bookings.
Story:
Mirai is a fantasy adventure film directed by Karthik Gattamneni, blending mythology with emotion and action. The story follows Mahabir Lama (Manchu Manoj), also known as The Black Sword, a ruthless man who wants to collect nine ancient books protected by Emperor Ashoka’s loyal guardians. These books hold the secret to immortality and world domination.
To stop him, Ambica (Shriya Saran), the guardian of the ninth book, makes a painful decision: she leaves her son, Vedha Prajapathi (Teja Sajja), as an orphan. The rest of the film shows how Vedha discovers his true purpose and fights to protect the world from Mahabir
Performances:
Teja Sajja fits well into the role of Vedha and delivers a convincing performance, especially in emotional scenes. Manchu Manoj is effective as the villain, though some of his dialogue is hard to hear. Ritika Nayak plays a unique female lead and does well, while Shriya Saran leaves a strong impact in her key role. Jayaram and Jagapathi Babu make their presence felt, and Getup Srinu adds some comic relief.
Analysis:
Karthik Gattamneni’s Mirai begins with an engaging setup, introducing the nine books and their importance. After that, the pace slows down and feels a bit routine. However, things pick up when the villains begin their chase and Vedha’s identity is revealed. The pre-interval sequence of “Sampathi” stands out.
The second half has a few slow moments, but the emotional storyline around Ambica works well. The fight at Siddha Kshetram between Vedha and the villains is visually impressive. The backstory of Ambica and Mahabir adds emotional depth, and the final showdown is satisfying with a divine touch at its fag end. The visuals are strong (with a few rough spots), and Gowra Hari’s background score enhances the experience.
Mirai does have a few flaws. The comedy scenes with the Hyderabad backdrop and the scenes where the heroine tries to make the hero realize his powers feel predictable and familiar. The comedy track featuring directors Venkatesh Maha and Kishore Tirumala as policemen in the second half seems unnecessary.
Positives:
- Exciting Main Plot
- Action/Thrillling Sequences
- Emotional Scenes/Dialogues
- Technical Elements Click Perfectly
Negatives:
- A Few Odd Moments In The First Half
- Slow Parts Here And There
- The Lord Rama Angle Could Have Been Explored Better
Mirai Movie Review and Verdict:
Despite some routine moments in the first half, Karthik Gattamneni’s Mirai is a well-crafted adventure with an engaging plot, solid performances, and strong technical quality. It’s worth watching for its mix of fantasy and emotional storytelling.