Yatra 2
| Yatra 2 | |
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| Directed by | Mahi V. Raghav |
| Written by | Mahi V. Raghav |
| Produced by | Shiva Meka |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | R. Madhi |
| Edited by | Shravan Katikaneni |
| Music by | Santhosh Narayanan |
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Running time | 130 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
Yatra 2 is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language political fiction written and directed by Mahi V. Raghav. It stars Mammootty, reprising his role of Y. S. Rajasekhar Reddy, and Jiiva in the role of Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.[2] It is the direct sequel of Yatra (2019) and based on the padayatra of Jagan from 6 November 2017, to 9 January 2019, representing the YSR Congress Party for the 2019 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election.[3][4][5] Yatra 2 was released on 8 February 2024 to mixed to negative reviews.[6][7][8][9]
Plot[edit]
The film narrates the events leading up to the rise of Jagan Reddy . After the demise of YS Rajasekhara Reddy, his son Jagan wants to console the people through 'Odarpu Yatra'. While some party members want him to be the next Chief Minister, the party high-command doesn't approve it. They file cases on Jagan and pressurize him to accept their decision. He disobeys them and launches his own political party. The party high-command and the opposition party join hands to bring him down. He loses 2014 elections but eventually wins 2019 elections to become the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.
Cast[edit]
Reception[edit]
123telugu rated the film with 1.5/5 stars, stating, "Yatra 2 is an dishonest attempt to showcase the happenings in the personal and political lives of YS Jagan after his father Rajashekara Reddy’s demise. Mammootty and Jiiva shine in their roles. Music composer Santhosh Narayanan fails to elevate the movie to the next level. On the flip side, the lack of emotional connection in a few intense scenes, a slow-paced second half, and a few untouched events in YS Jagan’s life serve as the drawbacks. If you are a fan of the respective leader, you will find Yatra 2 as the best fictional biographical political movie, but if you watch it as a normal audience, you will walk out with the feeling of watching a decent film".[10]
The Times of India rated 1.5/5, writing "Yatra 2 is a thought-provoking exploration of political perseverance and personal resilience. Jiiva's portrayal of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is powerful , offering a window into the complexities of political leadership and familial legacy. This political drama sheds light on the dynamics of power, and governance, appealing to viewers differently depending on their political affiliations".[11]
Raghu Bandi of The Indian Express rated the film with 1/5 stars and wrote "Yatra 2 is strictly for YSRCP and YS Jagan Mohan Reddy fans. There is not much of politics or biography here. It is just a drumroll supporting Jagan."[12]
References[edit]
- ^ "Yatra 2". British Board of Film Classification. Archived from the original on 4 February 2024. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (9 October 2023). "'Yatra 2': First look of Mammootty, Jiiva's film out". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 5 January 2024. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (5 January 2024). "'Yatra 2' teaser: Jiiva's Jagan Mohan Reddy keeps the legacy of Mammootty's YSR alive". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 5 January 2024. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
- ^ Correspondent, Special (28 September 2017). "Jagan's padayatra to begin on Nov. 2, route map to be finalised soon". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 9 January 2024. Retrieved 9 January 2024.
- ^ "Jagan completes 3,648 km padayatra in 341 days, meets over 2 crore people". The Indian Express. 10 January 2019. Archived from the original on 9 January 2024. Retrieved 9 January 2024.
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (8 February 2024). "'Yatra 2' movie review: The emotional drama works better than the politics" – via www.thehindu.com.
- ^ "Watch 'Yatra 2' teaser now!". The Times of India. 5 January 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 5 January 2024. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
- ^ "Yatra 2 Teaser OUT: Jiiva shines as he portrays Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy; Mammootty returns as YSR". PINKVILLA. 5 January 2024. Archived from the original on 5 January 2024. Retrieved 5 January 2024.
- ^ "Yatra 2 X reviews: 5 reactions from fans for Jiiva and Mammootty's YS Jagan biopic". Hindustan Times. 8 February 2024.
- ^ "Yatra 2 Telugu Movie Review | Mammootty, Jiiva". 9 February 2024. Archived from the original on 9 February 2024. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
- ^ "Yatra 2 Movie Review : Jiiva captivates as Jagan Reddy in a riveting political saga". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 9 February 2024. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
- ^ "Yatra 2 movie review: The Jiiva starrer is strictly for YS Jagan Mohan Reddy fans". 8 February 2024. Archived from the original on 9 February 2024. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
