Bench Life (Sonyliv) Story, Review, Trailer, Release Date, Songs, Cast 2024 -

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Bench Life (Sonyliv) Story :-

The frequently disregarded phase of corporate bench time is when employees find themselves without active projects and a clear sense of direction. During this period, five colleagues discover new passions, form deep friendships, and encounter unexpected inspirations.

Bench Life (Sonyliv) Release Date, Trailor, Songs, Cast :-

Release Date	12 September 2024
Language	Telugu
Genre	Drama
Cast	Aakanksha Singh, Vaibhav Reddy, Ritika Singh, Nayan Sarika, Tanikella Bharani, Charan Peri
Writer	Manasa Sharma, Mahesh Uppala
Cinematography	Danush Bhaskar
Music	Pk Dandi
Producer	Ramesh Manyam
Production	Pink Elephant Pictures
Certificate	18+

Bench Life (Sonyliv) Review :-

Stories about benched employees in the IT industry are rare. Typically, narratives focus on their overwork and the competitive rat race in multinational corporations. Bench Life offers a refreshing twist by humorously portraying the concept of getting paid while having nothing to do, which seems like a dream in today’s challenging job market. However, the series’ novelty ends there. The personal and professional issues of the characters become repetitive and unoriginal, diminishing the initial intrigue of the storyline.

The bench concept is amusing, yet throughout the series, female characters are consistently mistreated. Most male characters patronize them, offering condescending advice and acting as if they know better. Ravi, for instance, poorly treats his wife Gayatri, almost leaving her until a wise old man, who cares for his wife with Alzheimer’s, changes his perspective. This portrayal reflects a disturbing pattern where women only receive respect in dire circumstances, perpetuating outdated stereotypes about gender dynamics.

The series starts with light-hearted moments of being out of work but still in the workforce, but it veers into an overly dramatic crusade for the feminist cause that feels disconnected from the original storyline and lacks authenticity. It comes across as excessively dramatic, lacking soul, and overly preachy. By the end of the five episodes, it feels like the series has turned into a narrative where women are depicted as helping men mature out of their bachelor phase, while the lone woman on the bench is pressured into a marriage regardless of the man’s suitability.

In my opinion, these themes would have been better suited for a dramatic film, where they could have had a more impactful presentation. The resolutions to the characters’ problems in the series seem too convenient, especially given the controversies stirred up before the final episode. The romantic tension between Isha and Balu also feels underdeveloped when the truth is revealed in episode five. Additionally, there are noticeable editing issues, particularly with the lip-syncing of dialogues.

Bench Life (Sonyliv) Trailor :-

Nevertheless, the series shines when it avoids trying to be overly preachy about social issues and instead focuses on the light-hearted portrayal of life on the bench. I particularly enjoyed the interactions between Rajendra Prasad and Vaibhav Reddy, whose constant clashes provide comedic relief. Prasad’s interactions with Charan Peri’s Ravi and Ritika Singh’s Meenakshi are charming and easy to relate to. Throughout the series, there are several moments that are both humorous and heartwarming, making it a delightful watch.

Final Thoughts

Bench Life had the potential to be a humorous and relatable series, offering a lighter perspective on the world of benched employees in the IT industry. Unfortunately, it takes a peculiar detour at some point and fails to recover. While it does have its share of funny and relatable moments, the series becomes overly preachy, which detracts from its enjoyability. Additionally, the moments of over-drama significantly impact the overall viewing experience.