''Power Play'' is a 2021

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crime thriller film directed by Vijay Kumar Konda, of '' Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyinde'' fame. It stars

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, Hemal Ingle, Poorna in the main roles. The film was released on 5 March 2021 on

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Cast

as Vijay Kumar Konda *Hemal Ingle as Keerthy * Poorna as a CM candidate *

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* Ajay

Reception

Thadhagath Pathi of ''

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'' opined that "''Power Play'' starts out well but goes down a slippery slope as the film progresses. A better treatment would’ve made this a must-watch." A critic from ''

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'' said that "On the whole, ''Power Play'' is a crime thriller that has some engaging moments here and there. Raj Tharun does well in his new avatar and the twists showcased in the second half are executed quite well". A critic from ''

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'' said that "Director Vijay Kumar Konda attempts a thriller for the first time and tries to narrate two parallel plots side by side and tries to mix them in the end. But the way he treats the scenes is not that impressive and it ends up as a bore".

References

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