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Director Mysskin made history of sorts in 2007 when "Anjathe" came out during the heyday of Valentine's Day, Cut to the present 2017, Mysskin joining hands with Vishal for Thupparivalan (Detective) was a news which stifled me. Anyway it would be right to mention that cinema enthusiasts need to thank Myskkin for those bold initiatives in making Tamil cinema an attainable dream for countless young wannabe filmmakers. So, putting aside the whole "I'm also from Madurai daaww" image we're used to, I was actually hoping actor Vishal would just, you know, act. And surprisingly, he did a decent job! No unnecessary comedy track or going off on tangents. As Kaniyan Poongundran, he actually delivered one of his better performances since that trainwreck "Avan Ivan" (2011), you know, the one dripping with Bala's village fetish but saved by the poor actors.

In "Thupparivalan," Vishal is believable as this detective who ain't afraid to throw down to solve a case, leading to some genuinely gripping action scenes. At the same time, he's this seeker, always trying to figure things out. The overall feel of the movie is a bit "Eeyore-ish," despite some forced, cringey laughs from the side characters - both the bad guys and the good ones. See, usually in a Mysskin film, even the supporting roles have this fascinating writing that sticks with you, you remember them even now. "Thupparivalan" kinda misses the mark there. But don't get me wrong, this flick is still worth your time. It's the kind of cinema that blends well with what good, meaningful movies should be.

Oh yeah, almost forgot to talk about the background score! The whole movie is loaded with good bgm that really amps up the mystery in Mano's (Prasanna) head, that guy's just waiting for instructions while the hero is connecting all the dots with some seriously cool visuals that'll keep you hooked. Good to see cinema like this today when our weekly releases have been flip-flop chicken flicks- blockbusters.

Mysskin has taken the essence and given us an Indian version of Sherlock Holmes. He has truly stuck to the core of Sherlock and produced one of the best thriller in Tamil movie. Vishal has excelled in his role. The background score , the fight sequence is top notch.

One small request to Mysskin , make Thupparivaalan Part 2.

Mind blowing and gripping screenplay with a bit lag of first half which is worth enough to hold the breathe.

Every Character has done a great job and Vinay and Andrea made their shine.

Director has a gripping screenplay which makes you to sit for 2.30 hrs on the edge of the seat.

The movie was Awesome. Vishal acting was marvelous. BGM And the promo song was awesome. Vinay and Prasanna also done a wonderful work. Everyone Acted Very well in the movie. The movie was so thrilling and interesting. But the climax would have been more better. Amazing Movie.

Being a hard core Sherlock fan of both Jeremy Brett and Benedict Cumberbatch , I was a little skeptical to watch this one. But it does entertain if you go with limited expectations. The movie has good pace and story.It only drags at points where Vishal wants to show his fighting skills.Vishal has always been a mediocre actor but this role works for him. The real surprise is an actor whom you usually watch for his dialogues barely gets one in and still delivers.

Thupparivaalan, story of an adventurous unconventional bachelor with an acquired taste at deduction and solving challenged cases.

A detective story set in a peculiar little universe to solve the mystery of the cases. Characterization was very good, even the small characters are very much connected to the story. Movie becomes interesting over a period of time with the action thrilling and suspenseful scenes. Antagonist becomes head to head with the detective (protagonist) with always one step ahead, which gives a distinct touch of a mind game.

Thupparivaalan is another solid aesthetic thriller from Mysskin. But what sets this movie apart from other action thrillers is how it not only thrills us, but also makes us feel.

Thupparivaalan (2017): Mysskin is one of the most overlooked filmmaker of Indian Cinema.He is way different from lot of filmmakers and his films are a reflection of his real-life character. They're moody, melodramatic, poetic, rebellious and stylised at the same time.Now he came with Thupparivaalan which is inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective thriller Sherlock Holmes.

Plot: Mysterious deaths happens continuously, at the same time a private detective (Vishal) is waiting for an interesting case. A kid asks the detective to find the murderer of his dog, then he collects clues which are interrelated with the dog's murder. Is the mystery solved by the detective ? My Review: Thupparivaalan is one of the rare detective thrillers of Indian Cinema and Mysskin made it special with gripping investigation and characters, During introduction of Kaniyan,refuses to take up the missing case of an arrogant rich man's daughter for which he promises Rs 50 lakhs but agrees to investigate a dog's murder case brought by an innocent kid, who has his pocket money to pay as fee which forms the basic part of the film.

Just like all Mysskin films, Thupparivaalan takes its own time to establish characters and initial screenplay flow to the core plot. Once the director sets everything, there is no looking back and he completely makes us glued to our seats to watch this edge of the seat action thriller.The Mysskin touch is present in every frame of the film.Especially the scene where Mysskin introduces the serial killers of Thupparivaalan. It's a quiet setting, inside a house, where all the characters meet at the dining table. Suddenly, a woman picks up a drink from the fridge that stores a dead body inside.It's freaking scary.....and the scene where Devil (Vinay), while butchering a person, pauses for few seconds to have his coffee in blood stained clothes..

But it is the climax which went wrong with 30 minutes hide and seek game in a forest area.It is so boring and repetitive which completely spoils the entire feel of the mystery solved.

The action sequences in Thupparivaalan are world class, especially the bike chase scene and the fight in Chinese restaurant are treat for action lovers.Thupparivaalan's another biggest strength is Arrol Corelli 's impressive background score and Karthik Venkatraman's cinematography is brilliant in action sequences.

Vishal has pulled off the detective's role easily with his quirky mannerisms and body language and natural style in action scenes. Prasanna, a fine actor, also does a good job as the detective's assistant, while Vinay Rai as the villain is a revelation. Among the female actors, it is Andrea who shines along with rest of supporting cast of Bhagyaraj, John Vijay and Anu Immanuel.

So,Thupparivaalan is an engaging detective thriller with Mysskin's terrific direction but poor climax which last for 30 mins spoils the feel.

My Rating 7/10

Continue this with a sequel...Make this in Hindi aswell

It is not a great movie but it is not bad either by looking at the trailer it clearly look like it is inspired from Sherlock Holmes,the screenplay is engaging,action looks good,performance wise Vishal did a pretty decent job as a detective,the villain in the movie too has done pretty good job but Andrea Jeremiah steals the show,she is a real badass in this movie

Happy to see new story with new style ... all the best for the future movie mr. Miskin

It's been a while since we've watched a finely crafted (murder-)mystery thriller like Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru (well 'Nibunan' wasn't that bad but it never quite soared to the heights that it could have) and 'Thupparivaalan', I guess, is somewhere close to an answer. The movie, written and directed by Mysskin, and starring Vishal (and produced by him as well), pits an Indianized version of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes - named Kaniyan Poongundran, against a vile, murderous antagonist who calls himself Devil (Vinay).

While there are barely any commercial compromises made (#1 No songs, just a haunting violin-ruled background score by Arrol Corelli #2 No forced romance track) in the making of 'Thupparivaalan', it is the unorthodox, idiosyncratic writing style of Mysskin that leaves a solid mark. The humor is subtle, at times unintentional, and sprinkled at the most unanticipated of instances (such as a man getting converted into a plant-vase during an action scene; Santa getting kicked in the crotch; and the camera doing repeated 360 degree rotations while the chief antagonist breaks eggs into a frying pan; the manner in which the cops keep running - almost circuslike).

Mysskin proclaims his love for international cinema through the methodologies by which he stages some of the kills (chainsaw - actually employed for body-disposal than killing, poison darts, lightning emission, sepukku even!). His 'stylized bunch of antagonists', played by Vinay, Andrea, John Vijay and K Bhagyaraj (who was almost entirely unrecognizable for a good part of the film) and a couple of others, are first shown gathering over a home-cooked meal (a la. Texas Chainsaw Massacre, albeit quaintly).

The lead protagonist Kaniyan Poongundran (Vishal) is clever as a fox but is also unapologetically eccentric and exhibits the behavior pattern of a sociopath. That renders him less of a character worth backing, but Mysskin supplements Kaniyan with a thoroughly grounded Watson-like Mano (Prasanna, in excellent form) who raises the kind of queries the audience would actually want answers for, whenever Kaniyan moves too far ahead in fitting the puzzle-pieces. The subplot involving Mallika (Anu Emmanuel), a pick-pocket, is Mysskin's way of depicting the emotional side of Kaniyan (although the climactic outcome isn't great, to be frank). The treatment of the heroine is a little cringeworthy too (when she comes knocking on his door looking for a job, he places a broom in her hands and shoves her inside!). It also stretches the movie a bit more than required and adds an angle of (the much-seen) personal vendetta towards the end.

One thing always stands out in Mysskin films is the immaculate staging of fights. The venues for much of the action too are unlike the usual ones (a building under construction, a Chinese restaurant, a mangrove-filled forest) seen in Tamil cinema. Add a superbly executed bike-chase sequence (with an astounding finale) to that (Andrea is terrific!). If Vishal is deemed a couple of steps behind in terms of his acting chops (the expressions are mostly leaden, except for one scene which was a little over-the-top), he makes up for it by excelling in the stunts department. The punches and reversals are meticulously landed - the harmonica and moon-walks only sweeten the pot.

Some scenes might make the viewer raise eyebrows - like Kaniyan and Mano falsely identifying themselves as Stanley Kubrick, Karl Marx and Tamizhvannan (and Shankarlal) amongst others, but they happen so swift that we forget them when the bigger 'crime' picture takes over. 'Thupparivaalan' also features the most hilarious laughing-gas induced murder scene in the history of Indian cinema (I really laughed out LOUD for this segment, however terrible the aftermath turned out to be).

That said, 'Thupparivaalan' is more a 'whydunnit' than a 'whodunnit' - the identities of the murderers are revealed almost halfway into the flick. The film puts more weight on how Kaniyan unfolds a business conspiracy and eventually encounters the gang of antagonists, after starting off with the case of a dog's killing.

The one scene that I keep talking about in this review where Kaniyan showcases his emotional side (however wooden his outward persona is, he is essentially human, 100% Tamilian) stuck out like a sore thumb because of a lot of reasons: I'd have liked an expressionless Kaniyan here too, essentially falling in place with his character-build. It's supposed to be a 'rescue scene' (turned all-too-melodramatic) and why they instantaneously give up altogether without attempting to 'save a life' by rushing to the hospital, also seemed quite ludicrous. This bothered me as it went much against the overall tone of the film.

Even if the death-toll is sufficiently high, 'Thupparivaalan' isn't as dark as some of Mysskin's other films (like 'Yuddham Sei' or 'Onaayum Aattukkuttiyum') - a concession given to the star, maybe? The villain's motives are also not clearly expounded either - red herrings are thrown during the climax, but the pay-off is almost negligible. There are plenty of known faces taking up supporting roles: Simran, Jayaprakash, Thalaivaasal Vijay, and Aadukalam Naren - all of them perform well. Ignore some of the peripheral flaws and you still have an engaging 150 minute cinematic piece, spurting thrills every now and then.

Verdict: Scrupulously entertaining!

The result of watching this movie is headache only. Can anyone compare the detective in this movie to the great Holmes? Just think of Conan Doyle's Holmes and Satyajit Ray's Feluda, great detectives of all time. The method of detection and solving the crimes, was purely logical, simply within their capacity as human beings, whereas the detective in this foolish movie, reveals facts as if he were God, without any explanation or logic. That's the problem with Tamil movies. Typical Tamil film Hero. We can't expect answers to all questions only in horror and fantasy movies. Whereas a detective story should answer to all our questions. This movie failed pathetically in that aspect. Acting by Vishal is poor and artificial. I am wondering how can people give more stars for this goddamn movie. I give 3 stars only for the natural acting by Prasanna.Fans of good detective movies should avoid this awful movie.

The strong point of the movie is it's plot. One of the best detective movies made in India.

Indian Sherlock Holmes....in a decent way... good movie who like to watch thriller or detective stories definitely it's for you

Mysskin presents our own homegrown Sherlock Holmes sorry in his inimitable style with most of his trademark elements.

Vishal plays the protagonist Kaniyan Poongundran with Prasanna as his sidekick Mano -a la Watson (albeit in much minor part).

The above average mystery unfolds in a linear narrative which keeps you hooked.

Vishal fits the role for the most part as the emotionally remote, brainy detective and is convincing in the kinetic action set pieces. The rest of the cast including Prasanna, Vinay, Andrea, Bhagyaraj and John Vijay are apt in their minor parts. After Pisaasu, once again, Arrol Corelli impresses with his background score which elevates the proceedings.

Overall, while it is definitely not a masterpiece by any measure, is flawed and could be leaner, the auteur in Mysskin succeeds in making an engaging thriller which has the potential for becoming a fabulous franchise.

This movie contain lot of thrill,suspence,Action and more. Overall A good Movie.

Mysskin is known for his own unique style of filmmaking, but this film is pretty average and you can predict, what's coming next. Vishal could have done the lead role better.

An inspiring film for upcoming detectives.. Vishal's every moment was meaningful & thoughtful.. Assistant detective's performance also very watchable.. And soo impressed with the work of Cinema Autographer.. Hatsoff to Mysskin's efforts.. This film is particularly for highly matured & well prepared sharp minds.!

Plot:::Things become complicated when a Private Detective - Indianized Sherlock, investigates a murder of dog.

First of all movie is just OK..because it has some potholes which leads to average movie..Don't Expect Sherlock homes effect in this movie.

watch this movie if u don't care about logic.

First of all I thank all crew of this film as this is an investigative action thriller where Vishal with his Superman figure and energy makes each scene superb with Prasanna.The villain has given his best .

Mysskin's Thupparivaalan is a refreshing addition to Tamil cinema, bringing a gripping detective story that is both intense and entertaining. Inspired by Sherlock Holmes, the film follows Kaniyan Poongundran (Vishal), an eccentric private detective who thrives on solving complex cases. When a young boy approaches him with a seemingly insignificant case of his pet dog being mysteriously killed, Kaniyan soon finds himself entangled in a much larger conspiracy filled with crime and deception.

Vishal delivers one of his career-best performances, portraying Kaniyan as an intelligent yet socially detached investigator. His sharp dialogue delivery, intense expressions, and action sequences make him a convincing detective. Prasanna, playing his loyal assistant Manohar, adds depth to the narrative, while Andrea Jeremiah and Anu Emmanuel play their respective roles well. The film also benefits from a strong supporting cast, including Vinay Rai, who delivers a chilling performance as the antagonist.

The screenplay is tight and keeps the audience engaged throughout. Mysskin's signature style is evident in the film's cinematography, background score, and unique action choreography. The fight sequences, especially the ones shot in long takes, add to the realism and intensity. Arrol Corelli's haunting background music complements the film's suspenseful tone, enhancing key moments without overshadowing the storytelling.

While the film is largely engaging, it does have minor pacing issues in the second half. A few scenes could have been trimmed to maintain the tension, but these flaws are overshadowed by the film's gripping narrative and strong performances.

Thupparivaalan stands out as a well-made detective thriller, a genre that is rarely explored in Tamil cinema. With an intriguing plot, memorable performances, and Mysskin's unique touch, it is a must-watch for fans of investigative thrillers.

This movie can be made into syllabus of over acting in school of acting. The entire movie has bunch of over actors trying to compete each others in over acting. Sherlock homes will get shock if he watches this version of detective. The lead is master of overacting he so carried away that instead of detective he looks like a comedian. Very below average movie don't waste your time.

Don't miss this movie. Nice story and screen play....only south and Hollywood can make such a Detective crime thriller

Mind blowing movie. Engaged audience every one second. Vishal & prasanna are best. Villan is also good looking. Vishal movies are always underrated but always have potential within.