Firefly

<p>Vivekananda, nicknamed Vicky (Vamshi Krishna Srinivas), returns to India from the United States after four years. He faces a tragedy with the death of his parents, Murthy ( ) and Padma ( ). After falling into a coma for three months, Vicky loses his job and struggles with depression, insomnia, and irritability. His surreal journey to cope with grief leads him to meet Neha ( ) through a dating app, whose pragmatic outlook contrasts with his emotional turmoil. Using a reverse screenplay, the film depicts Vicky’s introspective path to self-discovery, blending quirky humor and emotional drama. marks the directorial and acting debut of Vamshi Krishna Srinivas, who also wrote the screenplay. The film was produced by Niveditha Shivarajkumar, daughter of , marking her first venture as a producer. Announced in June 2023, the project was launched with a ceremonial event attended by Shivarajkumar, who later filmed a cameo. Filming occurred in multiple schedules, with the first completed by September 2023 and the entire production wrapped by August 2024. Cinematography was by Abhilash Kalathi, music by , and editing by Suresh Arumugam. was released in theatres across on 24 April 2025. Critics gave mixed reviews, praising its visual style and innovative storytelling but noting uneven emotional depth. described it as a “visually experimental character study” but criticized its flat dialogues. rated it 3.5/5, calling it a “refreshing take on handling loneliness and grief.” highlighted its light-hearted depiction of depression and praised the supporting cast. Conversely, noted that the film prioritized style over substance. – 7.5/10 at</p>