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Kaththi review - Movie is sharp as its title
After Thuppakki, Vijay and AR Murugadoss have come together with sky high expectations from fans and critics. Kaththi is about Jeevanandam and Kathiresan, both enacted by Vijay in a dual role. The movie is a case of mistaken identity embroils an escaped convict in a fight against a large corporation intent on seizing a village's land.
Vijay
Kaththi is the perfect follow-up to Thuppakki. Vijay has surpassed himself in Kaththi with the right amount of action, comedy, and emotions. Vijay has shown minimal differences between the two characters with minor mannerisms in eye movements for Jeevanandam. Vijay breezes through in his dance movements. Vijay will earn big applause for his dialogue delivery in the scene where he does a press meet. Vijay will steal the audience hearts in the final scenes akin to Thuppakki final scenes. Vijay looks as young as ever with his interesting mannerism and body language are top-notch. Vijay's interval punch line will make the fans go berserk.
AR Murugadoss
Murugadoss' sincerity and originality throughout the movie should be applauded. The director takes up the plight of farmer's' struggle in increasingly globalized world. Instead of using this concept as a backdrop, Murugadoss has taken the time to portray the struggle and loading with statistical points. He even makes a cameo to exhibit his angst.Murugadoss walks the fine balance by keeping the masala elements in check without depriving the Vijay fans of mass elements. Kaththi's careful detailing in every scene is evident. AR Murugadoss' screenplay is sprinkled with intelligent ideas throughout. The case in point is the scene where Vijay visualizes a blueprint with fantastic BGM support and flipping of coins to take on loads of goons.
On the downside, Murugadoss has gone a bit overboard in showing all big corporate leaders as villains and city dwellers as people with no compassion. Such cinematic liberties to make the villains as formidable while elevating the hero is not uncommon in movie industries.
Casting
Samantha doesn't have a huge role in terms of number of dialogues. But, she is in most of the frames and helps the hero in helping his cause. It is finally a good break for Samantha after "Naan Ee". Neil Nitin Mukesh has done a great job in critical scenes and throwing some challenges to the protagonist. Sathish's comedy timing has worked out well and looks convincing when delivering comic one-liners as well as providing support on serious scenes. Every one of the old people shown in the movie is carefully selected to look the part. Their helplessness in eyes will make you feel sorry for them.
Anirudh - Music
After missing the target on the songs department, Anirudh has comeback strongly with electrifying re-recording to help spike up Vijay's heroism. The way Anirudh uses the main theme music with interesting variations is pure genius and will earn claps for Vijay in the theatre. Selfie Pulla immediately after interval is a riot. The "Paalam" songs should be completely removed and serves as a speed-breaker in the second half. Other songs provide the right relief points during the proceeding.
Technical Departments
George C. Williams' camerawork blends in well with the story. He has worked in tandem with cosutume designers and art directors to ensure there is a sense of harmony in colours. The art direction is good and makes you sit up with minimalist approach as seen in the song "Aathi" with fallen pillars and statues. Sreekar Prasad's scissors help immensely in keeping the "Kaththi" sharp. Action sequences involve beating up many dozens of people by Vijay. One should appreciate the director and stunt choreographers for showing such incredulous scenes in a believable manner.
Final Word
The movie deserves a lot of credit for taking a social cause and delivering it sincerely with just the right amount of commercial elements. This is a movie Vijay, AR Murugadoss and entire Kaththi team should be proud of...Go, Watch Kaththi!
Rating - 3.75/5
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Kolly Buzz @KollyBuzz :Quote:
Originally Posted by Kumaran.P
#Kaththi: 1st half: @ARMurugadoss has satisfied the audience and not disappointed. @Samanthaprabhu2 & @actorsathish has performed well.
#Kaththi: 2nd half fully concentrated on the plot. plus: cinematography, BGM, characterisation, stunts. Minus: romance. Rating: 3.75/5.
#Kaththi: A strong social message delivered by ARMurugadoss. Kudos to the entire team. A perfect Diwali gift for Vijay fans.
And the dialogues in #Kaththi is major plus. Hats off!!
#Kaththi Massive Crowd in Singapore Rex Cinemas - Police at scene to control crowd: http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=y...MUObpBFG5yU&a=
KATHTHI MOVIE REVIEW
Diwali and big star films go hand in hand. And this Diwali, it's Vijay. After a plethora of problems, conflicts and confusions, Kaththi finally arrived today to a thundering response, sure to begin on a bang. AR Murugadoss joins hands with Vijay for the second time post Thuppakki, does Kaththi match up to that? Read on.
While Thuppakki was more of an action thriller, Kaththi has a strong emotional side to it. Though the first 40 minutes are a big bore, the film picks up right from an intriguing fight sequence between Vijay and two girls. Vijay's tryst as Jeevanandham is one of the high points of the movie, as it deals with a hard-hitting issue in the best possible way. Post the interval, the content takes centrestage with well researched facts and figures. AR Murugadoss saves his best for the end, firing on all cylinders with his excellent dialogue writing.
Yes, Vijay plays a dual role in Kaththi and his performance quotient in the film has surely doubled up. Be it the trendy Kathiresan or the soft Jeevanandham, this guy is a revelation. His acts in the emotional scenes are on another level, and connect quickly with the audience. Dance and fights are something which come easily to the star, and that continues in Kaththi too. Though Kaththi does have a tinge of his earlier films where he saves the people on his own, it is distinct in its own way. Samantha as Vijay's pair has been used effectively at the right places. Her role in the film is compact, offering enough space to perform as well as be the glam doll. Neil Nitin Mukesh is a thumping villain here, dubbing his lines to near perfection too. Just like Vidyut, we won't mind seeing him in more movies down south. The rest of the cast including Sathish are aptly placed, mainly the grandfathers who have worked along with Vijay.
Technically, Kaththi is a storm. The film possesses stunning visuals thanks to George C. Williams. Editing by Sreekar Passed is neat, yet a few trims in the first half would have stepped on the pedal. The art direction is surreal, and the stunts do bring up the anti, especially the coin flip fight sequence.
Kaththi is no 3 hour entertainer to go enjoy, have dinner and go to bed. The film deals with a deep social issue. The audience here, are more like the media in the film. They will not care if this kind of an issue is shown on TV, written in a book or spoken about publicly. But with a star like Vijay at the forefront, this film is sure to turn heads. The silver lining here is Murugadoss, who walks the tightrope between being preachy and being massy, with absolute elegance!
Verdict : This knife shines on one side, smiles on the other.
Rating : 3.5/5
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#Kaththi creates premiere record in USA, only next to Endhiran, $124K as of now from 64 screens more screens to report. Most shows soldout!
Podungada pattasa!
vishnu vishal @actor_viishnu :
Hearing super positive reports abt KATHTHI...cant wait to watch...
Kolathur Ganga.. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B0hnCRWCEAAqPul.jpg
Asianet news Kaththi coverage FDFS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7FTn_ut3Ek
Dhananjayan Govind
@Dhananjayang :
#Kaththi is a responsible, purposeful & inspiring commercial entertainer. Loved the screenplay & fantastic double acting of #Vijay sir:-)
Dhananjayan Govind @Dhananjayang :
Being a farmer's son, wish to thank @ARMurugadoss sir for bringing to light an important topic on screen & presenting it very well #Kaththi
Dhananjayan Govind
@Dhananjayang :
#Vijay sir is marvelous in the film. As Jeevanandham, his struggles, cries & helplessness emotionally moves us. As Kathiresan, he rocks:-)
Hope the below link does not contain any spoilers
MaalaiMalar - Kaththi koormai - 86/100
Rajasekar @sekartweets :
#Kaththi- first half , big hug to @ARMurugadoss. Thanks for bringing back my favorite 'Actor' Vijay. Emotionally driven by the documentary
Rajasekar @sekartweets :
#Kaththi first half - Tears fell down when Jeevanandham ( Vijay) broke down, stellar performance waiting for the second half....
Breaking Movies @BreakingViews4u :
#Kaththi 3.75/5 perfect blend of class & mass Vijay too good @anirudhofficial rocked @ARMurugadoss kudos
Flying cam captures the celebrations. @RamCinemas!! https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B0hSoAfCIAArNfX.jpg
Ram Muthuram Cinemas https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B0hqhffCYAE6E2b.jpg
Saw the film....Guess it is a rare Vijay film that will be liked a little lesser by his hardcore fans compared to the general audience...Even those who were trying to troll the film while it was running stopped after a while as the dialogues were really powerful
Wow ! Just wow!! Deeply flawed like all ARM movies, but the high points are without second thoughts the highest Vijay's reached in all his career.
Biggest drawback I guess it was rushed to make it to Diwali in the midst of all the confusion. A couple more weeks @ the editors table and it could have been THE Vijay movie.
ARM :notworthy: :notworthy:
Celebrations in Kerala!
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Kaththi Kerala release- coverage by Kairali channel.. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FlijUAw6NEg
#Kaththi- 3.5/5, take a bow @ARMurugadoss splendid show with right mix of commercial elements. Vijay at his best, go for it!Quote:
Originally Posted by Kumaran.P
#Kaththi- Commercial compromises could be easily forgiven for the strong message and extra ordinary acting. Enjoyed thoroughly :)
#Kaththi-3.5/5, loved this film more than Thuppakki. Guess the box office collections will speak the rest :)
Dhanush @dhanushkraja :
Kaththi is awesome :)I'm very glad good quality cinema is doing so well.its very healthy. Congrats vijay sir ARM sir and my rockstar Anirudh
ROFL material :lol: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B0iHRlAIcAEAMlC.jpg
Ugh....Why isn't it released in my place :banghead:
Kaththi - the film everyone should watch.. :victory:
Once again, VJ-ARM combo did wonders on the screen. Completely satisfied. Even hardcore vj haters can't hate the film unless their common-sense slip away.
I was wishing for a movie of this genre from Vijay for years.
An important social message is channeled through intelligent screenplay for the masses.. All credits to ARM for delivering the message in the best possible way.
Watched first show in Bangalore Lavanya theater. I'll reserve my detailed comments for later but all I can say now is this is the kind of Vijay I ve wanted to see onscreen for a long long time..and I've posted this a couple of times too. Vijay the "STAR" is completely overshadowed by Vijay the "PERFORMER". To me, this is his best performance till date...perfect blend of class with some mass elements. ARM..thanks a million.
And yes, this movie will be liked by one and all. Watching again with family tonight.
Watched it ,, 5 am show .... loved to the core , Am waiting for BB3 from ARM-Vj Combo ......
WHAT THE HELL IS THIS REDPIX DOING??? CAN SOMEONE DO SOMETHING ABOUT THIS PLEASE?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZ4tUSSb2Cw
AND THATS NOT THALAIVAR! FAKE NEWS! BASTARDS!
Lol how is that Vijay..?
this is old method to get Publicity and Attention ... lot of new Actors do this in Hollywood create scandal and get famose and change the image later after they are famose. Redpix do lot of this kind of stuff... to get recognized.
Watched... Thalaivar and ARM :take a bow: detailed review later...
Atmus entertainment tweets :
Congrats #MMMedia @GKMEdiaUSA Kaththi USA premiere record $142805 from 76 screens. Record.
No other Tamil film except #Endhiran and #Kaththi has grossed over $100K for premiere in USA.
Except Rajini & Kamal no other star has grossed over $400K in USA - Will #Kaththi do?Based on premiere and reviews,sure,even $500K or more!!
Good to hear that ARM has focussed on the Vijay the performer and pushed away from the usual masala/over the top types.
Just back from the show.. Thuppaki is a word, Kaththi is an emotion.
Loved the movie!! Kannu kalangiruchu ;)
Samantha Ruth Prabhu @Samanthaprabhu2 :
Proud to be a part of a film that has such a strong message to share. #Kaththi.Love you @ARMurugadoss. Thanks to Vijay sir, George nd Ani