Hero

Superhero films haven't been successful in Tamil Cinema and we had only a few films that came in that genre so far. We can probably say that Tamil cinema doesn't need superhero films because our larger-than-life star's films are equal to that genre. Adding to this, PS. Mithran's Hero is the most recent superhero film in Tamil. Is Hero really a superhero film? Well, unfortunately, it isn't. Why? Well, the film has more social messages than superhero elements. Sivakarthikeyan plays the main lead Shakthi who is a fraudster at first sight and superhero later in the film. His character is not that heroic except in the climax speech. Performance-wise, Hero is a very decent film for Sivakarthikeyan because he has very little scope to perform as an actor. Honestly, the film's real hero is Arjun. Well, he has reprised his role from Shankar's Gentleman and played it effortlessly. His performance is worth watching and his role is definitely impactful in the narrative. On the other side, we have Abhay Deol playing the main antagonist with so much style and attitude. He is definitely a strength in this film. Speaking about Yuvan Shankar Raja, his album might be disappointing but his background score is a huge energy booster. PS. Mithran makes films similar to that of Shankar and A.R.Murugadoss. He is playing with the commercial format and adds a strong issue to make it more relevant to the audience. Fortunately, it works in both of his works, Irumbu Thirai and Hero. Well, Hero has strong content but takes too much time to get into it. We have an unnecessary love track and not so hilarious comedy track that doesn't fit into the film's first half. It's only after the interval that we get the actual conflict of the film. Hero feels less engaging than Irumbu Thirai because it focuses more on establishing the character's backstories than the actual conflict. Sivakarthikeyan has a backstory to justify his acts and Arjun has a backstory to introduce who he is actually which feels like taking too much of the film's duration but Arjun's backstory is worthy. The superhero factor comes only in the last 30 minutes which is a major letdown. Moreover, PS. Mithran has focused more on the social issue than the superhero factor which could have been equally balanced. Overall, Hero is not a superhero film but a social issue-based film.

Vazhakkam aana social message subject, Stylish negative role, usual arai-kurai role for actress, Climax speech and fight - ipdi elaamea clìche dhaan. But the screenplay treatment made me to sit throughout the movie, without yawning! Sonna vidham inum nalla irundhirukalaam. Aana sonnadhu pudichadhu. The usual family entertainment is not there, which will disappoint SK (as they call him) fans. But, it's good to see him having a fairly less important role than our Action King ! Hero irundhaa Gentleman um irukanum. Not so much to celebrate, rather a slight disappointment from a man who gave us IrumbuThirai. Still, it's not a slop either. Could've been better.. Definitely watchable in theatre.

To the people who didn't know about efforts or hardwork. Stop criticizing the people who contributed to this movie. If you'll think that u have many ideas. Don't teach others how to take a film.

Though the story was going to be a fight against corruption, this movie had some proper content in the form of scientific inventions instead of just preaching messages throughout. Though there were places which presented the cliché revolutionary feel, the way the director had used inventions and discoveries to combat the existing Indian education system was appreciable as a good level of research was put into it. I wouldn't recommend it a must watch movie, but is definitely a more than decent movie which you can give a try.

Well first things first, Plot is the real Hero of the movie. The movie had an original plot and environment setup which every Indian can relate to.

Technically also, no or only little compromises has been done. Cinematography is at top notch, only next to Super deluxe. Screenplay is slow (which most of the superhero origin movies are) yet gripping.

Bgm score elevates and emotes well for almost 90% of the movie. Songs are kept just to please the fans except Hero title track.

Character arc of main characters were likable and relatable too. Heroine, at first seems to be a typical Indian movie kinda heroine but she had her role in shaping up the lead character.

Arjun's acting was top notch and nailed it. He looks more fit, younger and stylish than Shiva. He carried his role so perfect and easily.

The villain role played by Abhay deol seems to be the mere personification of Indian education system, created the impact which it has to be.

To speak about negatives, there were few logical errors, some over the top unbelievable scenes, poor design of the Superhero costume and accessories, and Shiva's acting itself. Shiva's struggle to emote the character can be seen at many scenes. Even though, this was one of his best acting performance.

Tldr; Worth to watch.