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 | | Subject: ~~ Ayyanaar - Movie Review ~~ Sun Dec 12, 2010 7:39 pm | |
| After the thrilling and stylish Eeram, Aadhi is one of the hottest favourites in Kollywood today. Aadhi showed his ruffian avatar in Mirugam and then appeared as an intelligent cop in Eeram so now it's time to establish him as a mass hero. And that's what he has done in Ayyanaar, produced by P.L. Thenappan under Sri Rajalakshmi Films' banner and directed by newcomer Film Institute alumnus Rajamithran. The film also brings back Malayalam actress Meera Nanthan (of Valmiki fame) to Kollywood.
Action-packed entertainer Ayyanaar revolves around a youngster and his love for his mother. The story begins in a village and soon moves to the city. Ayyanaar is primarily worshipped as a guardian deity who protects rural areas; similarly Aadhi always tries to protect his family but in an unusual way.
THE CHARACTERS
The film is about Prabha (Aadhi), a happy-go-lucky youth and good volleyball player, his brother Vishu Priyan (who stutters) who always finds fault in others and their loving mother.
THE PLOT
The film begins with Prabha burying his own brother in a deserted area. And then, it's time for the flashback! Prabha (Aadhi) has a never-care-for-anything kind of attitude. His way of expressing things is different because of which he ends up in trouble everywhere. It's almost like troubles follow him wherever he goes. Prabha's father and brother (Vishu Priya) do not have a great opinion about him and according to them, he is a useless vagabond. On the other hand, Prabha's brother is a much disciplined, well settled youth who works with a local TV channel as a cameraman. Prabha's brother always tries to find fault with him which leads to lots of problems.
Prabha, a great volleyball player, applies for a job in Railways under sports quota. Meantime, Prabha gets a job as a volleyball coach in a local girls' college, where he meets Anitha (Meera Nanthan) and obviously, they fall in love!
Cut back to the present! Prabha joins a local politician as a henchman, after killing the city's top don! So why is he doing it? Did Prabha kill his own brother? Watch Ayyanaar to get the answers! The film has many twists and turns, especially in the second half, and there is a big suspense waiting for you in the climax.
THE TECHNIQUE
Performances
It's Aadhi all the way and the actor has done it effortlessly. Aadhi has already proved his talent in Mirugam and Eeram but Ayyanaar definitely showcases his heroic avatar. Aadhi's physique and height work out very positively especially in the fight sequences. Undoubtedly he is one of the fastest rising stars in Kollywood today. Even in romantic and emotional sequences, he excels. Aadhi has also tried his hands (and feet) at dancing! The scenes in which Aadhi talks like his brother are brilliant.
Another major highlight of the film is Visu Priyan, who enacts the role of a peson with a speech disorder.
Meera Nanthan and Aadhi look great on screen, but unfortunately the talented actress doesn't have many scenes to perform. She has done her part well. Anupama Kumar and Jayaprakash, as Aadhi's parents, look perfect for the role. However Santhanam's comedy track is very clichéd and fails to impress.
Music
Songs composed by Thaman sound good and 'Paniye Paniye' stands out. However, we wonder why do all commercial films have a kuthu number? Is it really necessary? Having a kuthu/ rap song just for the sake of it is a bad trend.
Direction
Debutant Rajamithran has an impressive first outing; interestingly he has also written the story and screenplay. However there is a continuity miss in some sequences which creates confusion between flashbacks and present scenes. The film's first half is very gripping and interesting but there are too many sub plots in the second half which affect the tempo.
Others
Cinematography by Sethu Sriram is impressive!
VERDICT
Ayyanaar can easily be rated as one of the best commercial films in recent times. Kudos to debut director Rajamithran! | |
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