Vellithirai

My Review: Vellithirai

I went with an open mind and came out happy.

Movie is nice and sleek (though some scenes in the second half tend to lag a bit).

It is a realistic take on take on the kollywood , stars that we know and those real brains behind the creation of these stars- who are the real heroes (though unsung ).

Strenghts of the movie are Prakashraj (usually he is to any movie), comic one-liners (from the writer of 'Azhagiya theeye' and 'Mozhi') and pulsating and a innovative climax. Prithviraj has done his part neatly as does Gopika (who's make-up by the way clearly establishes the difference between how the stars are in real and reel life). M.S.Basker steals the show whenever he is on screen . Nice to see Charlie after a long time.

Weakness are the music , abrupt change of nature of prakash raj in the climax and characterization of Gopika's family.

Dialog writer Viji steals the show from the Script writer and director Viji. There are many memorable dialogs laced with subtle comedy ,which is his forte, that are enjoyable. One can't laugh his heart out but can have a satisfied heartfelt smile in many scenes esp. are those which take pot shot at the star value and superstar star culture of TC.

Bottomline is it is a throughly enjoyable movie for whole family.

Caution:Erase the original from your mind before entering the theater .

My ratings: 4/5