The real-life story of Srikanth Bolla, founder of Bollant Industries is truly inspiring. A visually impaired child miraculously survived his family’s odd decision to bury him alive has shown the world he is born a genius and just lacks eyesight, not vision. Since Childhood, Srikanth has been a fighter as he has no place to run to. His exceptional skills in Maths and Science and unwavering support from his teacher/mentor Devika (Jyothika) helped him win all battles and a degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

In Srikanth, director Tushar Hiranandani explores the obstacles faced by Srikanth (played by Rajkummar Rao) in his childhood and adulthood being differently abled. This might be true in Srikanth Bolla’s case as it seems he dreamt high and things fell into place with fewer challenges. In the entire film, Srikanth is a straight winner. Whether in a court where he fought against the Indian Education System for not allowing blind students to opt for the Science stream or at an airport, his heroism ensures he flies alone. In Sports and Business, he struggles little to make it to the top. It’s good to watch positive vibes all around while portraying the life of a visually impaired person since films of this genre place sympathy over skill. But, it sounds so preachy and sort of megalomaniac. Even Srikanth Bolla enjoys such a phase in his life and finds his way back.

Sumit Purohit and Jagdeep Sidh, the scriptwriters of Srikanth made their lines too superficial, the film holds a single message – there is nothing in this world Srikanth Bolla cannot do, in the backdrop of Papa Kehte Hain.

Rajkummar Rao seems natural in depicting a blind, brilliant man on-screen. But, nothing emotional about it. I liked Sharad Kelkar as entrepreneur Ravi. Neat presence. Alaya F, in her small role as Swathi (Srikanth’s love) looked promising. Jyothika couldn’t do much.

Srikanth lacks depth in character arcs and fails to impress.