Drive Movie 2025 Filmyzilla Review Details

Drive (2025) Review – Slick Visuals, London Frames, But Does the Big Screen Thrill Deliver?

Watching Drive in a theatre felt like settling into a stylish corporate lounge — glossy visuals, international locations, and that promise of a high-tech thriller unfolding on a massive screen. As someone who’s seen decades of Telugu cinema evolve visually, I was genuinely curious: would this be a true theatrical experience or just a good-looking idea?

Drive (2025) is a Telugu techno-thriller directed by Jenuse Mohamed, set largely around a media tycoon whose life and empire are attacked digitally during a crucial London relocation. The film leans heavily on its visual polish and contemporary theme, aiming to create tension through cyber warfare and global scale.

Category	Details
Movie Title	Drive (2025)
Director & Writer	Jenuse Mohamed
Producer	V. Ananda Prasad
Production House	Bhavya Creations
Lead Actor	Aadhi Pinisetty
Female Lead	Madonna Sebastian
Cinematography	Abinandhan Ramanujam
Music & BGM	Osho Venkat
Editing	Prawin Pudi
Release Date	December 12, 2025

Visual Grandeur – Style Is the Strongest Engine Here

If there’s one department where Drive confidently scores, it’s cinematography. Abinandhan Ramanujam captures London and corporate spaces with finesse, giving the film a polished, international look.

The color grading is clean and modern, matching the techno-thriller mood. Screens, data streams, glass offices, and night-time cityscapes are framed with intent, making the film visually pleasing even when the narrative slows down.

Insight: The film looks far more expensive than it feels.

Takeaway: Visually classy, emotionally distant.

Sound Design & Background Score – Surprisingly Flat for a Cyber Thriller

This is where expectations dip. For a movie dealing with hacking, surveillance, and digital attacks, the background score should’ve been pulsating and nerve-wracking.

Osho Venkat’s music, unfortunately, feels out of sync with the genre. The BGM doesn’t amplify tension during crucial moments, and hacking sequences pass without the sonic punch that makes your heart race.

Insight: Sound could’ve doubled the impact of visuals.

Takeaway: Deafening silence where beats were needed.

Theatrical vs OTT Experience – Big Screen or Small Screen?

On a large screen, Drive definitely benefits from its visuals. The international locations and polished frames feel cinematic.

However, the lack of sustained tension means the theatrical advantage slowly fades. This is not a film where audience reactions elevate scenes. Watching it at home wouldn’t drastically reduce the experience.

Insight: Visuals suit theatres, storytelling suits OTT pacing.

Takeaway: Theatre watch is optional, not mandatory.

Technical Aspect	Rating (Out of 5)
Cinematography	3.5
Sound Design	2
Editing	2.5
Visual Effects	2.5

Scene-by-Scene Visual Highlights – Where the Film Truly Shines

The opening stretch, showing Jayadev Reddy’s powerful lifestyle, is visually engaging and sets the tone well.

Several London outdoor shots and corporate interiors stand out for their composition and lighting. The climax benefits from better staging and Satyadev’s presence, adding brief visual intensity.

But outside these moments, the film lacks visually shocking or unforgettable sequences.

Insight: Individual frames impress more than sequences.

Takeaway: Stylish moments, not standout scenes.

Viewing Format	Recommendation
IMAX	Not necessary
3D	Not available / Not required
2D	Best suited
OTT	Comfortable alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Are the visuals worth the theatre ticket?
Answer: They look good, but don’t demand a big-screen watch.

Question: Is the CGI or tech depiction realistic?
Answer: It looks believable but lacks depth and intensity.

Question: Does sound design enhance the experience?
Answer: No, it’s one of the film’s weaker technical areas.

Ratings are purely my take after multiple watches — your experience might differ!