Sharwanand’s Biker Review: Thrilling Racing Action!
After struggling with a series of flops for a long time, hero Sharwanand made a strong comeback this Sankranti with the film Naari Naari Naduma Murari, which turned out to be a hit. Even though it was released later than other Sankranti films, it still managed to succeed at the box office. Now, Sharwanand has come before the audience with his latest film Biker. It has attracted attention as India’s first motocross racing-based movie. Although the film officially released on Friday, it was screened for audiences through paid premieres starting Thursday night itself. Senior actor Rajasekhar, who hasn’t been seen much in recent times, plays a key role in this film. In Biker, he appears as Sharwanand’s father. As everyone knows, apart from cricket, other sports do not receive much recognition in India. Rajasekhar plays a former motocross racer who strives to bring popularity to the sport and attract sponsors. Sharwanand, trained by his father, rises to become a top racer in the sport.
However, Sharwanand later distances himself from racing. Without informing his father, he marries his love interest, Malavika Nair, and stays away from the sport. The story then revolves around why he returns to racing despite his wife’s disapproval, and what happens afterward. Like in many sports, the film also portrays corporate politics within the racing world. Sharwanand’s dedication and hard work for this role are clearly visible on screen, as he has transformed himself to suit the character perfectly. The racing sequences are well-executed and provide a thrilling experience for the audience. However, the love track between Sharwanand and Malavika Nair feels routine. The film also incorporates family emotions into the narrative.
In the movie, Sharwanand’s character cannot tolerate any negative remarks about his father Rajasekhar. Similarly, Sharwanand’s son also reacts aggressively if anyone speaks ill of his father. The way the story connects these emotional layers is decent. The highlights of the film are the racing visuals and Sharwanand’s performance. However, much of the storyline feels reminiscent of older films and lacks novelty. Ghibran’s background score is impressive. While Tollywood has produced many sports dramas, the director Abhilash Reddy deserves credit for choosing motocross racing as a fresh concept. The film is more likely to connect with youth audiences rather than regular viewers.
