Vishwak Sen’s latest Telugu comedy-drama, Funky, hit theatres on Friday, 13 February 2026, sparking mixed reactions on social media. Directed by Anudeep KV, the film, which also stars Kayadu Lohar, blends satire with quirky humour, aiming to offer a playful commentary on the film industry. Early responses from viewers on X (formerly Twitter) suggest that while some found it entertaining, others were less impressed with the screenplay and comedic execution.
Positioned as a lively satire, Funky features energetic songs by Bheems Ceciroleo and punchy one-liners intended to keep audiences engaged. The film’s humour, however, appears to have split viewers, highlighting the challenges of connecting with audiences through genre-specific comedy.
Some viewers praised the film’s comic sequences and energetic moments. User @desirereviewer10 wrote:
“#Funky first half of the movie is quite entertaining, with several good comedy scenes that keep it watchable throughout. While the comedy timing isn’t exceptional, it still delivers decent laughs. The cameo appearances by @vamsi84 and @dilraju add a simple touch. The most hilarious moments come whenever the ‘Chilara Batch’ appears on screen they truly steal the show with their antics.”
#funky first half of the movie is quite entertaining, with several good comedy scenes that keep it watchable throughout. While the comedy timing isn't exceptional, it still delivers decent laughs.
The cameo appearances by @vamsi84 and @dilraju add a simple touch.
Others were more critical, noting inconsistencies in humour and storytelling. One user commented:
“#Funky is a silly, over the top comedy where a few gags land well, but the rest of the movie is all over the place. Most will find the theme of #VishwakSen #Galeez ga anipisthaadhi..! Try at your own patience #FunkyReview.”
#Funky a silly over the top comedy where a few gags land well, rest of the movie is all over the place, utter non-sense and I guess most will feel the theme of #VishwakSen#Galeez ga anipisthaadhi..! Try at your own patience #FunkyReview
Another review pointed to shortcomings in the screenplay and character development:
“Every punch connects well, but without a proper screenplay or story, the jokes start to feel flat. Vishwak Sen turns out to be the biggest drawback. Kayadu is underutilized, the songs fail to leave an impact, and the editing only worsens the flow. This might have worked better as an OTT watch.”
A further critique described the film’s comedic style as uneven:
“A few jokes land… you laugh briefly. Then… silence. It’s the typical Anudeep brand of comedy loud, quirky, built on one-liners that mostly feel like noise. Occasionally a line hits, but it feels accidental. Overall, it feels stitched together, not like a cohesive film.”
Implications for Box Office Performance
As Funky continues its theatrical run, early social media reactions underscore the importance of audience feedback, particularly for films that rely on humour to resonate. With opinions divided, word-of-mouth will likely play a crucial role in shaping the film’s performance over the coming days.
