Sid Sharma

This series is profound for two reasons - one, Venkatesh accepting the role of Naga and second, Telugu industry royalty doing no holds barred series. The stars of Tollywood are not just actors they are everything for their fans. So rarely any star steps out of their movie persona to try anything new. Look at Nagarjuna or Chiranjeevi. I was pleasantly surprised to see Venkatesh 'risking' his reputation. The series is certainly entertaining but could have been a lot better with proper editing and writing. Also though Rana was alright, his expressions were one-dimensional. Similarly, it was difficult to tell when Venkatesh was angry and when he was sad. I liked Adithya Menon, Ashish Vidhyarthi and Gaurav's roles. More screen time for Flora would have been good.

Some movies possess the incredible ability to transport us to another realm without us realizing, and "Victoria" is unquestionably one of them. However, to truly experience its magic, you must surrender yourself to the narrative. From the very first moment we witness Victoria dancing at a bar, I found myself completely engrossed. I could sense her deep appreciation for life's small joys, as she allowed herself to let go and immerse in the moment. The bar, the streets, the people—all resonated with the Berlin I had come to know. There were numerous occasions when I couldn't help but wonder why Victoria seemed oblivious to the potential trouble she might stumble into. Gradually, her character unraveled, revealing a complex tapestry of pain, frustration, and a profound inner conflict. She appeared to be someone with a deep passion who had, regrettably, abandoned her dreams. When Sonne inquires, "Did you dream of becoming a pianist?" Victoria's response, "Not anymore," struck a chord that echoed throughout the night. As the night unfolded, a series of bizarre events transpired, drawing Victoria into a criminal escapade from which she could have easily walked away. Yet, something about the group of individuals she had just met, particularly Sonne, held a magnetic allure. In the final scene, I found myself silently urging Victoria to make a swift escape from the room before the police arrived. Instead, she broke down completely, not just for Sonne, but for everything that had transpired, including her haunting past. It was a heart-wrenching moment. However, the manner in which she composed herself and left the room served as a powerful reminder of her resilience and her capacity to triumph over emotional trauma.