Introduction Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life had all the makings of a gripping gangster drama stellar cast, legendary director, and AR Rahman’s music. Yet, despite the massive expectations, the film falls flat, delivering a predictable storyline, a sluggish second half, and a lack of emotional depth. While Kamal Haasan and Simbu deliver strong performances, they aren’t enough to … Read more
Ashwath Marimuthu’s Dragon arrives with the weight of sky high expectations. After all, this is the director who gave us the cult favorite Oh My Kadavule (2020), a film celebrated for its inventive storytelling and emotional depth. Add to that the rising stardom of Pradeep Ranganathan, actor-writer-director of Love Today (2022) and you’ve got a … Read more
Rating: 3/5 “Deepavali Bonus” brings to life the struggles and resilience of a lower-income family in Madurai. As the festive season approaches, Ravi (played by Vikranth) and his wife Geeta (played by Rythvika) eagerly await the festival bonus that would allow them to celebrate Deepavali with joy. The story captures how, despite life’s harsh circumstances … Read more
Rating: 3/5 Director: T. J. GnanavelCast: Rajinikanth, Fahadh Faasil, Amitabh Bachchan, Manju Warrier, Rana DaggubatiMusic: Anirudh Ravichander Introduction: “Vettaiyan” directed by T. J. Gnanavel offers a crime thriller with a mix of commercial and content-driven elements. With a stellar cast led by Rajinikanth and Fahadh Faasil, the movie sets expectations high especially given Gnanavel’s past … Read more
Rating: 4/5 Plot: Lubber Pandhu centers around the intense rivalry between Gethu (Attakathi Dinesh) and Anbu (Harish Kalyan) two skilled local cricket players in a small Tamil Nadu village. Their competitive spirit escalates not only on the cricket field but also in their personal lives when Anbu becomes romantically involved with Gethu’s daughter Durga (Sanjana … Read more
Plot “The GOAT” follows Gandhi, a middle-aged man caught between his past and present and Jeevan, a ruthless young man with a dark streak. As their worlds collide, secrets unravel and unexpected twists keep the audience guessing.Rating:3/5 Performance Thalapathy Vijay owns this film delivering a memorable performance in both of his roles. As Gandhi he … Read more
Plot: “Minmini” tells the story of two schoolmates Pari Mukilan (Gaurav Kalai) and Sabari (Pravin Kishore), who share contrasting personalities at a boarding school in Ooty. While Pari is outgoing and mischievous, Sabari is introverted and deeply connected to art. The story takes a turn when Pari sacrifices his life to save Sabari, leading to … Read more
Plot :- “Pechi” directed by Ramachandran B follows a group of friends on a hiking trip in the Kollimalai hills. Their fun trip turns scary when they enter a restricted area in the Aranmanai Forest and awaken the spirit of an old witch named Pechi (Seeniammal). The movie shows their fight to survive against this … Read more
Overview Dhanush’s Raayan is his 50th film as an actor and his second directorial venture. The film, released on July 26, 2024, marks a significant milestone for Dhanush, blending familiar gangster elements with a new twist. Let’s explore what works and what doesn’t in this ambitious project.Rating 3.5/5 Plot Summary Raayan tells the story of … Read more
