Full Meals

By Susmita Sameera



Lucky (Likith Shetty) is a wedding photographer who runs a small studio with the support of his uncle Pulikeshi (Rangayana Raghu) and aunt Rathnamma (Chandrakala Mohan). Living under their roof, he is overwhelmed by financial problems, from unpaid studio rent to small tea stall daily debts, and even Pulikeshi struggles to deal with constant bank calls regarding loans taken on Lucky’s behalf. To stay afloat, Lucky accepts every assignment he can, until Pulikeshi finally manages to secure a major wedding contract: the marriage of Shankaranna’s (Rajesh Nataranga) sister Pooja (Kushee Ravi), who is engaged to NRI Kiran (Suraj Lokre).



During the pre-wedding shoot, an unexpected love triangle unfolds. Both Pooja and her close friend and makeup artist Preethi (Thejaswini Sharma) begin to show interest in Lucky. Preethi’s admiration develops organically through their professional journey, whereas Pooja’s sudden flirtation with her own wedding photographer feels abrupt and somewhat unsettling in the way it is portrayed. At times, the dynamic leaves Lucky looking emotionally cornered rather than pursued romantically.



Only near the interval does the film attempt to justify these developments, when the past connection between Pooja and Lucky is revealed. However, the revelation arrives quite late, making the first half feel disjointed and leaving viewers puzzled for far too long. From that point onward, the narrative follows a familiar pattern of the hero trying to win back his former love at her own wedding without offering a fresh twist on the trope.



The cinematography is one of the film’s strengths, capturing scenic locations and colourful wedding backdrops. A few emotional moments work, and the supporting presence of veteran actors Rangayana Raghu and Rajesh Nataranga adds value. However, the humour feels recycled, the writing lacks originality, and the performances are serviceable at best by the leads. The soundtrack too doesn’t leave a memorable mark, missing the emotional intensity.



Overall, the film presents a love triangle wrapped in a relatable wedding backdrop, with some beautiful visuals and heartfelt moments. Yet it largely stays within a familiar template. Those who enjoy light romantic dramas with wedding-themed storytelling may find it a pleasant watch, while others might wish there was a little more freshness in the narrative.