Hi Nanna Movie Review: A Heartwarming Tale of Love and Resilience

 Hi Nanna Movie Review: A Heartwarming Tale of Love and Resilience

Rating:-1.9/3⭐️⭐️

Cast:-Nani.Mrunal Thakur.

Runtime:-2hr 35 min.

**Introduction**

Hi Nanna is a Telugu family drama directed by Shouryuv and starring Nani, Mrunal Thakur, and Kiara Khanna. The film released on December 7, 2023, and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film is a remake of the 2016 Malayalam film Maheshinte Prathikaaram, which was also remade in Tamil as Nimir. The film revolves around the life of Viraj, a photographer who falls in love with Varsha, a nurse, and becomes a single father to their daughter Mahi, who suffers from a rare lung condition. The film explores the themes of love, loss, resilience, and family in a realistic and emotional way.

**Story Summary**

The film begins with Viraj (Nani) narrating the story of his life to his daughter Mahi (Kiara Khanna), who is hospitalized due to her lung condition. He tells her how he met Varsha (Mrunal Thakur), a nurse who came to his hometown Coonoor for a medical camp. They fell in love and got married, despite the objections of Varsha’s father (Jayaram), who disapproved of Viraj’s profession and financial status. They had a happy life until Varsha died in a road accident while she was pregnant with Mahi. Viraj was devastated by the loss of his wife and decided to move to Mumbai with his newborn daughter, who inherited her mother’s lung condition.

In Mumbai, Viraj became a successful  photographer and devoted his life to Mahi, who grew up to be a cheerful and smart girl. He also befriended Yashna (Shruti Haasan), a journalist who had a crush on him. However, he never forgot Varsha and kept her memories alive through his photographs. He also faced many challenges as a single father, such as balancing his work and Mahi’s health, dealing with social stigma, and coping with his loneliness. He also had to face his past when Varsha’s father came to visit him and Mahi, seeking forgiveness and reconciliation. 

The film ends with a happy note, as Mahi recovers from her surgery and Viraj decides to give love another chance with Yashna. He also tells Mahi that he will always love Varsha and that she will always be a part of their family.

**Cast and Crew**

The film boasts of a talented cast and crew, who have delivered a memorable performance. Nani, who is known for his natural and versatile acting, has given one of his best performances as Viraj. He has portrayed the emotions of a loving husband, a grieving widower, and a doting father with ease and conviction. He has also undergone a physical transformation for the role, sporting a beard and a lean look in the second half of the film. Mrunal Thakur, who made her Telugu debut with this film, has impressed with her charming and graceful presence as Varsha. She has shared a good chemistry with Nani and has brought out the innocence and warmth of her character. Kiara Khanna, who played Mahi, has stolen the show with her adorable and expressive performance. She has captured the hearts of the audience with her cute antics and dialogues. She has also shown maturity and sensitivity in the emotional scenes with Nani. Shruti Haasan, who played Yashna, has added a fun and lively element to the film. She has displayed her comic timing and flair for dancing in the song ‘The Party Anthem Odiyamma’. She has also shown her subtle and supportive side as Viraj’s friend and love interest. The supporting cast, including Jayaram, Nassar, Priyadarshi, Angad Bedi, and Hemayat Rahman, have done justice to their roles and have added value to the film.

The film is directed by Shouryuv, who has made his debut with this film. He has done a commendable job of adapting the original story to suit the Telugu sensibilities and culture. He has also maintained the balance between humor and emotion, without resorting to melodrama or cliches. He has extracted the best from his actors and technicians and has  delivered a well-made film. The film is  produced by Mohan Cherukuri under the  banner of Vaira Entertainments. The film has a rich production value and a beautiful  cinematography by Shanu Varghese. The film is shot in picturesque locations of Coonoor and Mumbai, which add to the visual appeal of the film. The film also has a soothing and soulful  music by Gopi Sundar, who has composed some memorable songs and background score for the film. The songs ‘Neeve Neeve’, ‘Cheliya Cheliya’, and ‘The Party Anthem Odiyamma’ are the   highlights of the film. The film also has a crisp editing by Naveen Nooli, who has kept the film at a decent runtime of 155 minutes. 

**The Review**

Hi Nanna is a film that will touch your heart and make you smile. It is a film that celebrates love, life, and family in a realistic and relatable way. It is a film that will make you laugh, cry, and feel. It is a film that will stay with you long after you watch it. It is a film that you should not miss. I would rate this film 1.9 out of 3 stars and recommend it to everyone who loves good cinema.