Papam Pasivadu (TV series) explained

Genre:Romance drama
Creator:Lalith Kumar
Director:Lalith Kumar
Country:India
Language:Telugu
Num Seasons:1
Num Episodes:5
Producer:Akhilesh Vardhan
Cinematography:Gokul Bharathi
Editor:Viplav Nyshadam
Music:Jose Jimmy
Camera:Multi-camera
Company:The Weekend Show
Network:Aha

Papam Pasivadu is an Indian Telugu-language romance drama television series created by Lalith Kumar and written and directed by him. The series was produced by Akhlilesh Vardhan under the banner The Weekend Show.[1] It stars Sreerama Chandra, Rashi Singh, Srividya Maharshi, Gayatri Changanti and Ashok Kumar.[2] It premiered on Aha on 29 September 2023.[3] It received negative reviews from critics.[4]

Plot

Kranthi, portrayed by Sreerama Chandra, is a 32-year-old man facing confusion after his breakup with Dimpy, played by Gayathri Changanti. One night, while dealing with his emotions and under the influence, he meets Chaaru (Raashi Singh) at a bar. This encounter leads him to stay at Chaaru's place, sparking a new interest. Meanwhile, Kranthi's parents arrange a marriage with Anusha (Sri Vidya Maharshi).

Caught in conflicting emotions, Kranthi is torn between choosing Chaaru, fulfilling his parents' wishes with Anusha, or reconciling with Dimpy. The series follows Kranthi as he navigates his emotions and relationships, exploring the consequences of his decisions. The narrative unfolds to reveal subsequent events, providing an exploration of love, choices, and the repercussions within Kranthi's personal journey.

Cast

Episodes

Season 1 (2023)

Reception

A critic from 123telugu gave the series 2.25/5 stars and wrote that "Papam Pasivadu, a coming-of-age web series, falls short of leaving a lasting impression despite Sreerama Chandra's commendable performance. The simple storyline, coupled with occasional moments of laughter, suggests exploring alternative entertainment options for a more engaging weekend."[5]

Nelki Naresh Kumar of Hindustan Times stated that "Papam Pasivadu is a light-hearted entertainment series. While it may lack originality in terms of its storyline and plots, it still offers a pleasant viewing experience that can be enjoyed for entertainment purposes. It's worth considering for a leisurely watch, despite the absence of groundbreaking narratives."[6]

A critic from Eenadu wrote that "Lalit Kumar's adept use of humor breathes life into the familiar tale, keeping the audience engaged even during moments of the hero's perplexity. The narrative skillfully balances confusion with clarity, delivering a commentary that ensures both amusement and comprehension."[7]

Srivathsan Nadadhur of OTTPlay gave the series 1/5 stars and wrote that "Papam Pasivadu falls flat as a comedy, relying on weak jokes and scenes for laughs. Sreerama Chandra's disappointing acting makes it a weekend watch to skip."[8]

A critic from Cinejosh gave the series 1.5/5 stars and stated that "Lalith Kumar effectively depicts Sreerama Chandra as a modern youth in 'Papam Pasivadu,' but the film falters due to a lackluster storyline, unengaging sequences, and a slow-paced narration, ultimately failing to deliver as a typical youthful entertainer."[9]

Surya Prakash of Asianet News stated that "The five-episode series falls short of expectations, lacking major twists and suffering from routine elements. While Sri Rama Chandra's acting shines, attempts at showcasing the confusion in youth regarding love and marriage feel somewhat forced, and the overall screenplay could have been more carefully crafted."[10]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Paapam Pasivadu trailer out . . 17 January 2024 . 17 January 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240117155327/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/telugu/news/2023/sep/24/paapam-pasivadu-trailer-out-47924.html . live .
  2. Web site: Papam Pasivadu | Cast & Crew | News | Galleries | Movie Posters | Watch Papam Pasivadu Movie Online . ragalahari.com . 17 January 2024 . 17 January 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240117155325/https://www.ragalahari.com/movies/info/96962/papam-pasivadu-sreerama-chandra-rashi-singh-lalith-kumar.aspx . live .
  3. Web site: Aha to release an Original Web Series 'Papam Pasivadu' on September 29 . . 4 September 2023 . 17 January 2024 . 1 October 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231001222857/https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/ott/040923/aha-to-release-an-original-web-series-papam-pasivadu-on-september-29.html . live .
  4. Web site: Papam Pasivadu Telugu Web Series Review & Rating: Pure torture! . ragalahari.com . 17 January 2024 . 17 January 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240117155357/https://www.ragalahari.com/movies/review/1629/papam-pasivadu-web-series-review-pure-torture.aspx . live .
  5. Web site: Papam Pasivadu Telugu Movie Review . 123telugu.com . 29 September 2023 . 17 January 2024 . 29 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230929154124/https://www.123telugu.com/reviews/papam-pasivadu-telugu-web-series-review.html . live .
  6. Web site: Papam Pasivadu Web Series Review: పాపం ప‌సివాడు వెబ్‌సిరీస్ రివ్యూ - క‌న్ఫ్యూజ‌న్ కామెడీ తెలుగు సిరీస్ ఎలా ఉందంటే? . Telugu . Papam Pasivadu webseries Review . Hindustan Times. 17 January 2024 . 3 October 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231003222300/https://telugu.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/papam-pasivadu-web-series-review-singer-sri-ramachandra-romantic-comedy-web-series-streaming-on-aha-ott-121695945085995.html . live .
  7. Web site: Papam Pasivadu Review: రివ్యూ: పాపం పసివాడు.. సింగర్‌ శ్రీరామ చంద్ర నటించిన వెబ్‌సిరీస్‌ ఎలా ఉందంటే? . Papam Pasivadu webseries Review . . 17 January 2024 . 27 November 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231127055233/https://www.eenadu.net/telugu-news/movies/papam-pasivadu-web-series--review-starring-sreerama-chandra/0203/123180057 . live .
  8. Web site: Papam Pasivadu review: Sympathies only for the viewer . ottplay.com . 17 January 2024 . 17 January 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240117155354/https://www.ottplay.com/review/papam-pasivadu-review-sympathies-only-for-the-viewer/b1030dd9ed46 . live .
  9. Web site: Papam Pasivadu Web Series Review . cinejosh.com . 30 September 2023 . 17 January 2024 . 17 January 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240117155344/https://www.cinejosh.com/review/papam-pasivadu-web-series-review/1511#:~:text=Papam%20Pasivadu%20Web%20Series%3A%20Analysis&text=Lalith%20Kumar%20does%20succeed%20in,and%20a%20slow%2Dpaced%20narration . live .
  10. Web site: సింగర్ శ్రీరామచంద్ర 'పాపం పసివాడు' రివ్యూ . Singer Sreerama chandra's "Papam Pasivadu Webseries Review" . . 17 January 2024 . 4 October 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231004112211/https://telugu.asianetnews.com/movie-reviews/sri-ramachandra-romantic-comedy-web-series-papam-pasivadu-review-jsp-s1u5t1 . live .