Vyra Vasundhara (Ramya Krishnan) made the heart-wrenching decision to leave her 10-year-old son, Veera Venkata Ramana (Mahesh Babu), following a tragic accident. Fast forward 25 years, and Vasundhara has risen to the position of a Minister. However, to ensure her smooth victory in the upcoming elections, her father, Venkata Swamy (Prakash Raj), insists that Ramana sign papers declaring he has no relationship with his mother.

The unfolding narrative addresses the lingering questions surrounding the accident, delves into Ramana's reaction to his mother's departure, explores whether he eventually signs the papers, reveals Vasundhara's actions over the years, and explores the possibility of a reunion between mother and son.

The film, directed by the renowned Trivikram Srinivas and featuring Mahesh Babu, Sreeleela, and Meenakshi Chaudhary, generated considerable anticipation, especially with its release during Sankranti. However, it falls short of expectations due to a narrative that struggles to convince and lacks emotional depth.

Ramana grapples with the weight of his grandfather's demands and his own yearning for his mother's affection. Trivikram attempts to blend family drama with commercial elements, resulting in a disjointed narrative that fails to excel as either a compelling emotional drama or a complete entertainer. The dialogues, though impactful at times, miss the mark on other occasions. The inclusion of light-hearted comedy scenes featuring Mahesh Babu, Sreeleela, and Vennela Kishore provides occasional amusement but doesn't fully rescue the film.

Mahesh Babu delivers a dynamic performance as Vyra Venkata Ramana Reddy, adding a glimmer of appeal for his fans. Sreeleela, portraying Amutya (Ammu), captivates with her dance skills and stunning appearance. However, the romantic subplot lacks chemistry, and Meenakshi Chaudhary, as Raji, has limited screen time. The ensemble cast, including Ramya Krishna, Jayaram, Prakash Raj, Jagapathi Babu, Vennela Kishore, Rao Ramesh, Easwari Rao, Murali Sharma, Sunil, Rahul Ravindran, and others, delivers adequate performances.

S Thaman's music and background score reflect the film's inconsistency. Whether intentional or an issue with sound mixing, the audio output seems uneven. Cinematographer Manoj Paramahamsa leaves an impressive mark with his camera work, especially with continuous follow-through shots in the beginning and towards the end. However, better editing could have enhanced the overall output.

In conclusion, Guntur Kaaram is a film with contrasting qualities. Mahesh Babu's vibrant performance stands out, but the film struggles to weave it into a cohesive and emotionally impactful narrative. Despite striking cinematography and moments of engaging humor, the lack of depth in the story leaves the audience wanting more.