Date: April 22, 2025
Same Scene Repeat for Vijayashanthi?
🌟 Vijayashanthi Second Comeback Attempt Falls Short
Veteran actress Vijayashanthi, fondly remembered as the “Lady Superstar” of Telugu cinema, has yet again faced disappointment in her second innings. After a gap of nearly four years since her return in Sarileru Neekevvaru, she chose Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi as her second project. Unfortunately, just like her previous attempt, this film has not lived up to expectations—neither critically nor commercially.
🎠High Hopes, But Low Returns
The film had the potential to revive Vijayashanthi’s screen presence, especially with a title and character built around her legacy. However, the box office tells a different story. While the opening weekend showed some promise, the momentum dropped significantly afterward. The film’s emotional climax, heavily relied upon by the team, failed to strike the chord it intended—particularly with family audiences.
Kalyan Ram, who played the lead, placed strong bets on the film’s sentimental narrative and climax twist. Likewise, Vijayashanthi expected her role to resonate and elevate her status as a formidable screen presence again. But the gamble didn’t pay off.
đź‘Ą Lack of Connect with Younger Audience
One major hurdle appears to be Vijayashanthi’s detachment from contemporary cinema audiences. While senior actresses like Ramya Krishna have managed to stay relevant through versatile and recurring roles in popular films and OTT content, Vijayashanthi’s appearances have been too few and far between to maintain that connection.
Even in Sarileru Neekevvaru, her role was overshadowed by Mahesh Babu’s mass appeal and the film’s comedic elements. It didn’t serve as a strong enough platform to re-launch her effectively.
📉 Vijayashanthi Repeating the Same Mistake?
Many in the industry believe that Vijayashanthi has yet again been let down by a lack of strong script selection. Though she has the gravitas to portray powerful characters, she seems to be missing the kind of roles that highlight her strengths. Reports suggest that she was visibly disappointed after the release of Sarileru Neekevvaru, and now, the underwhelming performance of Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi may have brought similar frustration.
📝 What’s Next for the Lady Superstar?
If Vijayashanthi hopes to truly revive her cinematic journey, she may need to follow the blueprint of actresses like Ramya Krishna or Jayasudha—by picking character-driven roles in either OTT series or films that revolve around strong narratives.
The Telugu audience certainly respects her legacy, but relevance today requires presence and adaptability. With the right script and platform, a powerful comeback is still possible—but the clock is ticking.