Geetha Govindam

Geetha Govindam: A Feel-Good Romantic Comedy That Clicked With Everyone

Geetha Govindam is a 2018 Telugu romantic comedy directed by Parasuram. It became one of the decade’s biggest crowd-pleasers. With Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna as the lead pair, the film turned into a full-blown blockbuster. It reportedly grossed over ₹132 crore worldwide, made on a budget of about ₹5 crore. What feels like a simple boy-meets-girl story soon grows into something people kept quoting, sharing, and rewatching, helped by the leads’ chemistry and Gopi Sundar’s hit music.

Here are some standout moments from the film that audiences loved:

Plot Overview

The film follows Vijay Govind (Vijay Deverakonda), a young college lecturer who is polite, old-school, and set on having a traditional, sanskari married life. He’s instantly taken by Geetha (Rashmika Mandanna) after seeing her at a temple. They meet again during a bus trip, where Vijay tries to impress her, pushed along by his cheeky friend Ramakrishna (Rahul Ramakrishna).

Things go wrong in the most awkward way. While attempting a selfie, Vijay accidentally kisses Geetha as she sleeps. She wakes up shocked and assumes the worst, labelling him a creep. From there, Vijay is stuck trying to clear his name while Geetha refuses to let him off easily.

The situation gets messier when Geetha’s brother Phaneendra (Subbaraju) gets engaged to Vijay’s sister Sireesha. Wedding prep means they keep running into each other, again and again. Geetha stays sharp and suspicious, while Vijay scrambles to prove he isn’t the person she thinks he is. Along the way, the film mixes misunderstanding romance, family entertainer moments, and wedding drama, before landing on a payoff built on love, forgiveness, and respect.

The storyline is familiar, but Parasuram keeps it lively with crisp dialogue, situational comedy, and emotional scenes placed at the right time.

Performances

Vijay Deverakonda brings a warm charm to Vijay Govind. After the intensity of Arjun Reddy, this “good boy” role shows a different side of him. He’s restrained but funny, and he sells the character’s panic, guilt, and hope without turning it into melodrama. He also made his singing debut with the playful track “What the Life”.

Rashmika Mandanna makes Geetha feel real. She’s firm, practical, and not easily convinced, which fits the character perfectly. Rashmika also lets the softer side come through as the story moves forward. Her chemistry with Vijay Deverakonda is one of the film’s biggest strengths; their arguments feel natural, and the sweeter moments land well.

The supporting cast boosts the humour too. Rahul Ramakrishna plays the terrible “advisor” with great timing, Vennela Kishore shows up later but leaves a strong mark, and Subbaraju adds weight to the family track.

Here are some of the most fun and romantic scenes featuring the lead pair:

Direction, Music, and Technical Aspects

Parasuram keeps the tone light and easy, with jokes built into everyday situations. The pace stays breezy for most of the run, though the second half has a few sections that feel slightly stretched. The film also plays with the clash between traditional values and modern assumptions, which helps it connect with younger viewers.

The music by Gopi Sundar is a major reason the film became such a big 2018 hit. Songs like “Inkem Inkem Inkem Kaavaale” (sung by Sid Sriram) became an evergreen favourite for romantic playlists. The background score supports both the comedy and the emotional beats without getting in the way.

Cinematography by S. Manikandan captures Hyderabad’s colour and the wedding scenes with a bright, festive look. The editing keeps the energy up, especially in the fun sequences and song portions.

Critical Reception and Legacy

Most critics called it a highly entertaining Telugu cinema release and a solid family entertainer. Reviews often praised the humour, the music, and the lead pair, even if the plot felt predictable. The film also picked up nominations and wins at events such as Zee Cine Awards Telugu and SIIMA or Filmfare South, including recognition for the leads.

Geetha Govindam helped confirm Vijay Deverakonda’s range and pushed Rashmika Mandanna into the spotlight as a major name in Telugu films. It still works as an easy, feel-good movie for a relaxed family watch, or a simple date-night rom-com.

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